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U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Fort Myers Beach Flotilla 91 Invites Families to Master Safe Boating with “Boat America” Course
With Southwest Florida’s waterways bustling, the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 91 of Fort Myers Beach is excited to announce...
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...
Orange River, Then and Now: A Fisherman’s Tale of Change and Hope
By: Captain Eddie Yerdon I’ve been asked to share a little about the Orange River—and I suppose I’m qualified, having...
Fishing Adventures In Southwest Florida: A Guide For A Great Day Outdoors
By: Capt. Eddie | Tight Lines, www.facebook.com/eddie.yerdon Looking for a fun day out in Southwest Florida? Whether you’re a seasoned...
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What’s Hookin’ in Southwest Florida by Eddie Yerdon
By: Capt. Eddie | Tight Lines, www.facebook.com/eddie.yerdon Hello, Folks! It’s time for Tight Lines with Capt. Eddie. With hunting season wrapping up, it’s time to swap out the rifles for rods and reels and embrace everything SWFL fishing has to offer. There’s no better way to unwind and reconnect with...
Welcome Back Lee County Seasonal Residents Learn Regional Boating Differences
Attention experienced boaters: It’s crucial to stay current with changes in navigation and regulations. The National Association of Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) approved Boat America Course, taught by the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, is an easy way to stay updated and learn the differences of boating in Southwest Florida. For...
Mighty Mussels to open 2024 Baseball Season with a Bang!
FORT MYERS, Fla. (March 24, 2024) – The Fort Myers Mighty Mussels plan to open the 2024 baseball season with a bang – lots of bangs, in fact. Opening Night on Friday, April 5 will feature the first of 13 postgame fireworks shows at Hammond Stadium this season, along with...
Full Foarce: World’s Toughest Row- Pacific
Submitted By: The Full Foarce team It’s an arduous 2,800 mile race across the vast Pacific Ocean that will force teams to battle the sea, elements and exhaustion. It’s called the World’s Toughest Row – Pacific and it will take teams more than a month to finish. The all-female crew...
Four Schools Chosen as 2023 Special Olympics National Banner Unified Champion Schools
Submitted By: Rob Spicker The School District of Lee County is proud to announce three high schools and one middle school have been selected as a 2023 Special Olympics National Banner Unified Champion School. North Fort Myers High School was awarded its second national banner, while Cape Coral High School,...
Become A Soccer Star With Stovi
By: Garrett Granitz Anthony “Stovi” Stovall is ready to help athletes reach their full potential on the soccer field. With his vast playing experience, including four years at Division 1 University of South Carolina and eight seasons professionally all across the country and world, Stovi has a wealth of knowledge...
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...
Lehigh Senior Center Happenings
By Lehigh Acres Senior Center Starlight Swing Dance is Thursday August 11th at 4:30pm and you must be a member to participate. Please make sure you sign up no later than August 4th in the kitchen. The cost of this dance is only $5, which includes pizza and the DJ....
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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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