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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...
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...
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...
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,...
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Florida Universities Ban Tik Tok Across Entire State System’s
The Florida Board of Governors have decided to ban Tik Tok and other “unsafe” applications that pose state and national cybersecurity concerns across all Florida Universities. The state will now be prohibited from using campus Wi-Fi or school-owned devices to access the popular app. On March 29th the Board approved...
Student School Assignment Is Changing For The 23-24 School Year – Important Message For Parents/Guardians Of Elementary School Students
Submitted By: Cathleen O’Daniel Morgan, District 7 On February 7, 2023, the School Board approved the Superintendent’s recommendation to adopt the 2023-24 Student Enrollment Plan. The new plan represents a significant change from previous plans built on a primary zone and subzone model. WHY? The previous plan has become unwieldy...
The School District Of Lee County: Board Member Message
By: Jada Langford Fleming Happy New Year to all of our students, families, educators, and community. It has been encouraging to experience such a smooth transition to a new School board post-election. As we embark on a new year, we continue to celebrate successes, but also face some challenges ahead....
East Lee County Chamber Donations Made Art Themed Summer Camps Possible For Middle School Students
By Dr. Joe Restino, Vice – Principal – Harns Marsh Middle School Through a generous set of donations from the East Lee County Chamber of Commerce, Harns Marsh Middle was able to give Arts themed lessons to students over the summer. Student participated in either culinary arts, band, orchestra and...
Back to Campus!
By Alina Gonzalez-Dockery, Esquire; Life Law Planning August is here which brings the excitement of wrapping up the summer vacation and preparing our newly graduated high school students and college co-eds for their next big adventure…College. I love walking around Target, Marshall’s, and Home Goods and seeing the amazing decorating ideas...
Edison Mall Welcomes The Lee County Community Back To School
By Angeli Chin The start of a new school year can bring about excitement, whether through reconnecting with friends or preparing for a year full of new things to learn. Edison Mall is providing the community with many different ways to celebrate the fresh start of a new school year....
Summer Breakspot To Provide Free Breakfast And Lunch While School Is Out
Submitted By Rob Spicker The School District of Lee County is partnering with the Florida’s Summer BreakSpot program to keep children healthy and well-nourished while school is out. The Summer BreakSpot Program allows the District’s Food and Nutrition Services Department to provide free meals to children who are 18 years...
Local Organizations Come Together to Host Second Annual Workforce Signing Day
Submitted By: Jenny Parrish “It’s not all about college. It’s not the only way to succeed in life.” said Marissa Brown, a 2021 graduate of Ida Baker. Brown was celebrated last year at Workforce Signing Day, an event championed by Bill Daubmann of MY Shower Door. Workforce Signing Day recognized...
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WAIT! Don’t Shred That!
By: The Honorable Matt Caldwell | Lee County Property Appraiser TRIM Season is in full swing at the Lee County Property Appraiser’s office, which means
September 4, 2024
Opportunity Set, Southwest Florida
By: Wesley Sprecher | Swamp Cat Brewing Co. Neighbors, What a time to be alive in SWFL. As the old saying goes, “If nothing changes,
September 4, 2024
The Bert Harris Act: How It Began and How It’s Going
By: Nathan Cochran | Student at the University of Florida Levin College of Law, Class of 2025 Florida property rights are grounded in the state
September 4, 2024
Lehigh Acres Newest Restaurant Gets Rave Reviews
By: Omar Gonzalez Maggy’s House is more than just a restaurant; it’s a sanctuary where the hustle and bustle of everyday life fades away. We’ve
September 4, 2024
Gone But Not Forgotten: Remembering Fort Hood
By: Richard Erschik | richarderschik.com The landscape of what I remember as my Army base at Fort Hood, Texas, has transformed beyond recognition. What once
September 4, 2024
Lehigh Regional Medical Center Volunteer Team’s Spirit of Service
By: Julie Lawrence | Manager, Business Development & Marketing With Lehigh Regional Medical Center Lehigh Regional Medical Center’s non-profit volunteer organization is vibrant with a
September 4, 2024
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