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Safety At The Gas Station, Addressing Speeding And Reckless Driving
Submitted By: Sheriff Carmine Marceno Thefts at gas stations, across the United States, remain a concern for law enforcement. Like...
Stern Warnings And Action From Sheriff Marceno On Speeding, Racing, And Reckless Driving
For the past several months this column has been getting feedback and observing the plight of the driving public within...
Hurricane Preparedness for Pets
Submitted By: Dr. Veja Tillman, DVM With every hurricane, we learn new lessons about being prepared and disaster planning. Hurricane...
June Programs At Riverdale Public Library
Submitted By: Courtney Barr Next month’s roster of activities at Riverdale Public Library offers topics for all ages. The following...
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Montage Women’s Club
Submitted By: Rita Artwohl The Montage Women’s Club is a social and philanthropic club open to all women residing in Lee County. We meet on the fourth Thursday of each month at The Club at Pelican Preserve (community entry off Treeline Avenue between Colonial Blvd and Daniels Pkwy). ...
Fringe Fort Myers
Mark your calendars for SWFL’s first Fringe Fort Myers! Fringe Fort Myers, presented by the Alliance for the Arts June 1st – 4th, is the newest Fringe performing arts festival in Southwest Florida and maintains long-standing Fringe traditions of being 100% uncensored, 100% un-juried, and 100% inclusive. Even better, 100%...
Lehigh Acres Community Gathers For An Unforgettable Fireworks Show Hosted By Victory Town Center
Lehigh Acres tightly-knit community renowned for its strong sense of unity and commitment to giving back, is set to host an awe-inspiring fireworks show, organized by Victory Town Center. This highly anticipated event will bring together residents from all walks of life, celebrating the importance of family, the joy of...
Doing What Is Hard
I’m not sure what’s wrong in America. I imagine you can’t, either. I’m writing this to see if I can begin to work out the reason. This morning I got up and did my morning thing. I said hi to the dogs, got some coffee, fed the dogs, let them...
Lee County School District Potential Search Without Warrant Policy
The Lee County School Board addressed concerns about a proposal that will let employees search students’ electronic devices.The Lee County School District intends to create a more safe school environment. Under the current policy, the school has the right to search a student’s locker and personal property. After comparing the “updated”...
Beach Builder’s And Partner’s Will Come Together To Replace Fort Myers Beach Clock Lost During Hurricane Ian
Builder Joe Orlandini and his partners purchased a new big, blue clock for $38,000 from the same company which made the original that sat in Times Square and was lost during the storm. In a special series “A Man With a Plan,” WINK news investigative reporter Céline McArthur sits down with the beach...
Our Favorite Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Check out some of our favorite Mother’s Day gift ideas that are affordable, fun, and meaningful. It’s important to find the perfect gift that best resembles you and your mother’s relationship. From customizable cards to fillable cookbooks, we’ve got you covered! Heart Shaped Notebook Have the kids make this adorable...
Continental Women’s Club Monthly Luncheon Thursday, June 1st
By: Liz Paul The Continental Women’s Club will hold its monthly luncheon meeting on Thursday, June 1st at 11:30 a.m. at The Hideaway Country Club. Carmen Crussard, Theatre Director for Cypress Lake High School Center for the Arts will be our June guest speaker. She will tell us about...
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The 11th Annual Juneteenth Community Celebration Is Planned for June 17 In Fort Myers
Submitted By: Kathy Becker The Lee County Black History Society, Dunbar Festival Committee, and the African Coalition of Southwest Florida are partnering to host the
May 31, 2023
Safety At The Gas Station, Addressing Speeding And Reckless Driving
Submitted By: Sheriff Carmine Marceno Thefts at gas stations, across the United States, remain a concern for law enforcement. Like many other crimes of opportunity,
May 31, 2023
Hurricane Preparedness for Pets
Submitted By: Dr. Veja Tillman, DVM With every hurricane, we learn new lessons about being prepared and disaster planning. Hurricane Ian was no exception. It
May 31, 2023
June Programs At Riverdale Public Library
Submitted By: Courtney Barr Next month’s roster of activities at Riverdale Public Library offers topics for all ages. The following activities are free to the
May 31, 2023
Fringe Fort Myers
Mark your calendars for SWFL’s first Fringe Fort Myers! Fringe Fort Myers, presented by the Alliance for the Arts June 1st – 4th, is the
May 31, 2023
Lehigh Acres Community Gathers For An Unforgettable Fireworks Show Hosted By Victory Town Center
Lehigh Acres tightly-knit community renowned for its strong sense of unity and commitment to giving back, is set to host an awe-inspiring fireworks show, organized
May 31, 2023
