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Breakfast and Lunch Served at No Cost to Students at all Lee County Public Schools
The School District of Lee County today announced that it is again part of the Community Eligibility Program (CEP) serving meals to...
Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida Celebrates First Graduating Class of its Pre-apprenticeship Program
Nearly 90% of Graduates Already Placed for Employment Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida celebrates the first graduating class from its Pre-Apprenticeship...
FSW School of Education to Launch Southwest Florida’s First Teacher Apprenticeship Program This Fall
Florida SouthWestern State College’s (FSW) School of Education (SOE), in partnership with Imagine Schools, is set to launch a state-approved...
Donalds Announces Personal Safety Workshop In Fort Myers
Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) has released the following information announcing an in-person personal safety workshop in collaboration with the Lee County...
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Cultivating Leadership: My Experience in 4-H
By: Taylor Whitney I joined the Goats R Us 4-H Club (now known as Alva Livestock 4-H Club) as a Cloverbud when I was 5. It was then that I first experienced the magic of 4-H. It was somewhere I always felt I “fit in” and could balance my love...
PreView FSW: Fall Open House
Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) will host PreView FSW, its Fall Open House, on Tuesday, Oct. 15, from 3-7 p.m. at the FSW Fort Myers Campus, 8099 College Parkway. Prospective students, their families, and the community are invited to attend to experience live, interactive demonstrations from FSW’s dynamic academic programs....
College Night 2024 Set for September 17th
The School District of Lee County is excited to announce that College Night 2024 is planned for Tuesday, September 17th. High School students interested in furthering their education after graduation can meet more than 100 representatives from colleges, universities and technical schools around the country. College Night is designed to...
The Bert Harris Act – What It Is and What It Isn’t
By Nathan Cochran Who is Bert Harris, and why is everybody talking about him? Bert J. Harris, Jr. was a farmer, a rancher, and a state representative. Among his many achievements, he is most well-known for championing private property rights in Florida. His legacy continues to influence local planning commission...
FSW will Launch a New Social Media Communication College Credit Certificate
Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) will launch a new Social Media Communication College Credit Certificate (CCC) beginning this Fall 2024 semester. The program is tailored for those eager to master media communication, marketing, and public relations across diverse platforms, including print, television, the internet and social media. The Social Media...
New Health Degree Programs at FSW to Help Meet Demand for Professionals
Florida SouthWestern State College’s (FSW) School of Health Professions will soon launch three new programs at the FSW Charlotte Campus in Punta Gorda. These programs are tailored to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals in the healthcare industry and underscore FSW’s commitment to providing accessible, high-quality education to students...
Coach Flaherty Retires: It’s The End Of An Era At The Alva School
By: James Kennedy When the Alva School let out for summer on the last day of May, Coach Michael Flaherty, a long-time Physical Education teacher, hung up his whistle for the final time. He and five of his six siblings were called to teach, following in their father’s footsteps. His...
Florida SouthWestern State College Buccaneer Bound Summer Bridge Program
Florida SouthWestern State College is excited to announce the launch of Buccaneer Bound, a six-week summer bridge program designed specifically for incoming first-year students. This program sets the stage for academic success and a seamless transition to college life, empowering students to start their collegiate journey on solid ground. “FSW’s...
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On the Ground at Sebring: Racing, Innovation, and Human Spirit
By: Katrina Salokar | East Lee County News On May 16, 2025, I visited Sebring International Raceway on the first day of an exciting weekend-long
June 25, 2025
Frustrated and 50: The Dating Dilemma in Southwest Florida
By: Katrina Salokar | East Lee County News If you’re over 50 (even over 40), single, and living in Southwest Florida, you’re not alone—but you
June 25, 2025
Hung Up on Snags
Submitted by The Coccoloba Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society When The Coccoloba Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society began managing River Oaks
June 25, 2025
Readying Your Pets For Hurricane Season In Florida
By: Dr. Veja Tillman, DVM | Owner of Just 4 Pets Veterinary Wellness Center Hurricane season in Florida runs from June 1 to November 30,
June 25, 2025
Preserving What’s Left: Real Options for Landowners
By: James Kennedy | East Lee County News In the May 2025 edition, I wrote about the importance of growing what matters here in East
June 25, 2025
COMMUNITY CONCERT ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES 2026 SEASON; TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR FIVE CLASSICAL PERFORMANCES
Internationally-acclaimed performers from around the world will headline the five concerts planned for 2026 by the Fort Myers Community Concert Association. Tickets are now on
June 4, 2025
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