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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...
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...
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...
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...
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Obesity In Pets
By: Dr. Veja Tillman, DMV | Owner of Just 4 Pets Veterinary Wellness Center A piece for me and a piece for you. Who hasn’t shared a small piece of food with their pet? I know I have and those small pieces add up. More than 85% of pets in...
Amplify Your Voice in the ROAR
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! Here at The ROAR, we aim to amplify voices for the Eastern and South Central part of Lee County. We invite you to share what living in your community means to you and your vision for its future growth and development. Submit your thoughts...
Harry Chapin Food Bank Announces All Donations in September, Up to $25,000, Matched by Suncoast Credit Union
Funding will support the food bank’s mission to end hunger in Southwest Florida Harry Chapin Food Bank, the largest hunger relief organization serving Southwest Florida, is pleased to announce that all donations, up to $25,000, will be matched by Suncoast Credit Union during September, Hunger Action Month. The funds will...
The Free Little Library Ribbon Cutting
By: Nancy K | Southwest Florida Historical Society On Saturday, September 7th we had a Ribbon Cutting ceremony. The event was well attended. Over 45 people came out to show support! The Free Little Library Ribbon Cutting was a Huge success! The Southwest Florida Historical Society is grateful for Eagle...
YOU ‘HADDA’ BE THERE!
By: Pat Whitehall If ever the word “labor” was taken seriously, it “hadda” be Saturday, August 31st at the VFW Post 4174 in Lehigh Acres. We had many different people laboring to put together a rib cook off, complete with contests, laughter and a fantastic duo playing a great mixture...
Harry Chapin Food Bank Calls on Community to Help End Hunger During Hunger Action Month
Community support needed to make a difference in the fight against food insecurity Harry Chapin Food Bank, the largest hunger relief organization and only Feeding America partner serving Southwest Florida, is calling on community members to do their part to end hunger during Hunger Action Month. Established in 2008...
VIGOROUS VFW!
By: Pat Whitehall Even though it’s so hot these days, our VFW Post 4174 is so busy with so many activities, projects and meals that there’s barely room on our calendar to list everything. To keep up with us, you need to either stop in or give us a call. ...
The Evolution of the World-Famous Buckingham Blues Bar
By: Tommy Lee Cook When I closed on the Buckingham Blues Bar property on August 1st of 2002, the establishment had recently been voted the “Number One Lousiest Bar” in the five counties of Southwest Florida. Local biker groups had compiled a list of the twenty biggest s***holes in May...
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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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