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Different Doesn’t Have to be Divisive – A Lesson for Governance
By: Joe Maguire As a young child, the pinnacle of important conversation comes up, “What is your favorite color?” This...
East Lee High School Location & Community Impact Survey
TAKE THE SURVEY LINK East Lee County News is asking for your input on an important community decision affecting Lehigh...
The Long Road to Representation: Lee County’s Push for Single-Member Districts Heads to the Ballot Box
By: Katrina Salokar, East Lee County News In the heart of one of Florida’s fastest-growing counties, a decades-long fight for...
Lee Commissioners Approve Item to Assist with Cleanup Efforts in Lehigh Acres
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to take another step in its mission to educate the community about...
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Lee Commissioners Approve Measures to Expand and Improve the Cape Coral Bridge
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to approve two measures advancing the project to expand and improve the Cape Coral Bridge. Commissioners voted to approve a resolution to formally adopt the planned bridge and roadway improvements, as well as a resolution to acquire additional right of way for...
Analysis of the Proposed High School at Joel/Tuckahoe vs. Joel/David
1. Purpose of School Siting School Board Officials Claim:“We don’t build schools for specific neighborhoods—we build them to serve the entire attendance zone. Riverdale, for example, serves Lehigh, North Fort Myers, and Buckingham.” Subject Matter Experts’ Response:This logic ignores localized impacts. Joel/Tuckahoe is not a central or accessible site for...
Lee County School District’s $400M Loan Sparks Public Outcry Over School Placement in Alva Instead of Lehigh
By: Amanda Cochran For several years, a growing number of concerned residents from East Lee County have urged the Lee County School District to adopt more responsible and transparent decision-making, particularly regarding the placement of new schools. Despite ongoing efforts—including emails, public testimony, and direct outreach to school board members—many...
City of Fort Myers Launches FixMyFort Resident Reporting Platform
New solution centralizes resident requests and communication for improved response The City of Fort Myers has partnered with CivicPlus, a public sector technology company, to implement FixMyFort, a new online system that allows residents to submit and track service requests related to infrastructure issues. Built on a technology platform known...
City of LaBelle Discontinues Fluoride Addition to Municipal Water Supply
The City of LaBelle announces that, effective immediately,fluoride will no longer be added to the municipal water supply. This decision follows a comprehensive review of water treatment practices, communityfeedback, and updated regulatory guidance. After careful consideration, city officialsdetermined that discontinuing the fluoridation process aligns with the evolving needs andpreferences of...
Where the School Gets Built Matters: The Urgent Case for Lehigh Acres
By: Katrina Salokar | East Lee County News Lee County Residents Urged to Take Action on East Zone High School Site Decision THE STUDENTS ARE IN LEHIGH. THE SCHOOL SHOULD BE TOO. More than 90% of the approximately 2,000 high school students projected to attend School NNN live in Lehigh...
Lee Commissioners award contract for 5.58-mile shared-use pathway along Able Canal in Lehigh Acres
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to award a contract to build a 12-foot-wide, 5.58-mile asphalt shared-use path along the north side of the Able Canal in Lehigh Acres. The purpose of the Able Canal shared-use pathway is to facilitate accessible, non-motorized travel options for commuters and recreational...
Lee County Leaders Champion Government Reform with HB 4001
Push for Single-Member Districts Heads to Governor’s Desk Special to the East Lee County News A significant reform effort to reshape how Lee County voters choose their local leaders is now one step away from becoming law. House Bill 4001 (HB 4001)—a measure designed to bring single-member district elections to...
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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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