| | County warns about Canine Parvo Virus Outbreak May 16, 2013 Lee County Domestic Animal Services is warning pet owners to vaccinate their pets against highly contagious and deadly disease. more »»  Community News County officials mull over Beach road project May 15, 2013 Lee County officials are finding it difficult to fund three major road projects and do them concurrently to satisfy the municipalities that are affected. more »»  Former Reality TV star shares experience May 15, 2013 Jaime Dugan Huffman, the marketing director at Salty Sam’s Waterfront Adventures, sports a sunny disposition, a southern accent and is one of the sweetest gals you will ever meet … until you take he... more »»  Council hears code enforcement report May 15, 2013 Town of Fort Myers Beach Community Development Director Walter Fluegel gave a report on code enforcement efforts on Estero Island during the Council workshop last week. more »» Beach Library offers Dog Day reading program May 15, 2013 Once a month, the Fort Myers Beach Library has been offering a Reading program that goes straight to the dogs. more »» News from around the region Clerks of Courts office open May 25 for marriage licenses, passport applications May 17, 2013 The Lee County Clerks of Courts Recording Office will be accepting marriage licenses and passport applications Saturday, May 25, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. more »»  Marijuana plants seized from LCSO deputy's Cape home May 17, 2013 A now former Lee County deputy and his girlfriend are accused of growing pot after 30 marijuana plants were seized from their home early Friday morning following the execution of a search warrant. more »»  Officials: CCFD extinguishes boat fire May 17, 2013 The Cape Coral Fire Department responded to a boat fire Thursday at 4900 Nassau Court. more »» Lee County residents warned of canine parvo virus outbreak May 17, 2013 Fort Myers – Lee County Domestic Animal Services is warning pet owners to vaccinate their pets against highly contagious and deadly diseases. more »» Councilman: Case law addresses residency May 16, 2013 A Cape Coral councilman who has come under fire after being accused of not living in his district as required by the City Charter has received case law that supports the legality of his actions. more »» Arts & Entertainment Picasso Night: Take 2 -- Second artistic benefit takes place Saturday May 14, 2013 The time has come to prep your artistic side and get ready to help another great, local cause, as coordinators of the original Picasso Night are eager to host Picasso Night: Take 2, featuring a... more »»  Travel presentation at The Edison Tuesday at 1 p.m. April 22, 2013 A fun, informative and entertaining presentation will be given at The Edison, 3583 MacGregor Blvd., Tuesday, April 23, at 1 p.m., by local talent sensation, Richie C., and his lovely wife, Ursula. more »»  Celebrity chef makes guest appearance at Bayfront Bistro tonight April 16, 2013 Tuesday, April 16, 2013: Rick Moonen, Celebrity Chef and owner of RM Seafood at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, and past contestant on Bravo TV’s Top Chef Masters will be at Bayfront... more »»  Hanging by a Moment: Lifehouse performs at Spring Fling concert, Nervous Nellie's, Saturday April 11, 2013 The staff of Nervous Nellie’s is eager to boast its next upcoming outdoor Spring Fling concert through WINK 96. more »» Business The Sandy Butler closes its doors May 2, 2013 In a letter dated April 28, taped to the glass door entrance of the Sandy Butler, 17650 San Carlos Blvd. more »» Travel presentation at The Edison Tuesday at 1 p.m. April 22, 2013 A fun, informative and entertaining presentation will be given at The Edison, 3583 MacGregor Blvd., Tuesday, April 23, at 1 p.m., by local talent sensation, Richie C., and his lovely wife, Ursula. more »» Celebrity chef makes guest appearance at Bayfront Bistro tonight April 16, 2013 Tuesday, April 16, 2013: Rick Moonen, Celebrity Chef and owner of RM Seafood at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, and past contestant on Bravo TV’s Top Chef Masters will be at Bayfront... more »»  Good ol' family fun: Pet Adoption benefit at Nervous Nellie's Saturday April 4, 2013 Founders and volunteers of a local pet rescue organization are excited to announce the first of a hopefully annual all-day fund-raiser for the Find a Home, Give a Home pet adoption group, Saturday,... more »» Beach eatery among “No Violations” spots April 3, 2013 The Division of Hotels and Restaurants has recognized a record number of “No Violations” eateries, among them one from Fort Myers Beach. This month's list includes 15 establishments in Lee County. more »» Obituaries Lawrence Allen Hines May 9, 2013 Allen Hines, of Fort Myers Beach, passed away peacefully at home April 23, 2013. Born to LF and Lorine Hines on March 1, 1949, in Orlando, Fla, Allen was a longtime resident of Lee County. more »»  Doris “Dorie” Ann Massey May 9, 2013 Doris Ann Massey, “Dorie,” passed away April 12, 2013. She completed her journey here on Earth and went home to Heaven to be with her Lord. Dorie was born on March 25, 1940 in Toledo, Ohio. more »»  Cynthia M. Benson May 9, 2013 There will be a Memorial Service for Cynthia M. Benson at Lee Plantation Club House, 10588-10646 Old South Way (just off Pine Ridge Road), May 11, at 3 p.m. Cynthia, age 53, born No. more »»  Terence Beighton Dykstra, 56 April 23, 2013 Terence Beighton Dykstra, 56, of Fort Myers Beach, passed away March 14. He was born on June 13, 1956, in Waltham, Mass., a child of George and Doris (Beighton) Dykstra. more »»  Dr. Eric Birmingham , 74 April 23, 2013 Dr. Eric Birmingham died peacefully on March 7, 2013. Eric was born in Glens Falls, N.Y., March 19, 1939, the son of the late Helen Lundstrom Birmingham and the late John Birmingham. more »» Local Columns Good gas mileage: Who’s in control? May 15, 2013 Everyone would like to get better gas mileage from his or her vehicle, and sometimes people get very concerned if they detect a drop in their customary mileag. more »» Beach Library seeks volunteer handy person May 15, 2013 Activities This Week Wednesday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. Preschool Story Hour in Kid's Place multi-purpose area Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. more »» Questions and advice for your automobile May 8, 2013 - Mark complains: “Larry, you recently recharged my air conditioner, but I think it takes too long to cool the car down. more »» Check out artists of the month at Beach Library May 8, 2013 This Week's Activities Preschool Story Hour on Wednesday, May 8, at 10:30 a.m. in the Children's area Over A Cuppa, also on Wednesday but at 10:30 a.m. Steeped on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. more »» How to get your car fixed May 1, 2013 Regular readers may have noticed that this is not a do-it-yourself advice column. It has been an attempt to smooth the way for you to get your car fixed by professionals. more »» Letters to the Editor Beach Chamber seeks volunteers for Bambi project May 15, 2013 To the editor: The Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce is in the final stages of bringing to the Beach its mobile visitor information, the Airstream Bambi. more »» Foundation thanks community for support May 15, 2013 To the editor: On behalf of the Fort Myers Beach Community Foundation, I would like to thank our generous community for supporting the Fort Myers Beach Community Foundations endeavors. more »» Letter carrier food drive deemed successful May 15, 2013 To the editor: Although the final results won't be known for several days, preliminary reports indicate that the 21st annual Letter Carriers' Food Drive was a resounding success, having collecte... more »» Simple monetary plea to help fund Beach school art program May 15, 2013 To the editor: Recently, FMB ARTS FOR ACTION has donated more than 600 dollars to the Fort Myers Beach Elementary School Arts Program in an effort to help with funding for needed supplies to our... more »» Environmentalists should practice clean beaches May 14, 2013 To the editor: There is so much misinformation out there, especially from the environmentalist point of view. It would be laughable if that misguided thinking didn’t damage our economy so much. more »» Editorials Americans voted in "The Coolest President Ever" February 25, 2013 President Obama’s popularity and cool image continue to trump his actual record with faithful supporters and mainstream media alike. more »» Statement from the National Rifle Association of America In Response to President Obama’s Gun Control Proposals January 18, 2013 Fairfax, Va. – Throughout its history, the National Rifle Association has led efforts to promote safety and responsible gun ownership. Keeping our children and society safe remains our top priorit. more »» Obama sued to stop gun task force January 18, 2013 January 15, 2013: A lawsuit by Freedom Watch director Larry Klayman asks a federal court to order the Obama Gun Control Task Force to halt its meetings and the implementation of any of its... more »» Ounce of prevention is worth a pound of... January 16, 2013 Fever. Chills. Fatigue. Muscle aches and more. Flu season is here with a vengeance with triple the number of confirmed cases. more »» There is anger out there not seen since the Civil War December 28, 2012 In mid November 2012, the nation was greeted with a movement, seemingly originating out of nowhere that can only be referred to as successionitis—a desire of the people to leave the Union—not seen i... more »» Local Sports & Recreation Suncoast Gun Show hits SWFL this weekend February 8, 2013 The Suncoast Gun Show is returning to Southwest Florida this weekend, Feb. 9 and 10, at the Lee Civic Center, 11831 Bayshore Road, North Fort Myers. This is one of Florida's largest gun shows. more »»  47th annual Summerset Regatta sails Saturday October 4, 2012 Steve Romaine, avid local sailor, longtime member and past commodore of the CMCS sailing group, and a very lucky gentleman who recently returned from a European excursion and nine-day Mediterranean... more »»  CMCS gears up for 47th annual Summerset Regatta Oct. 5-7 September 27, 2012 Steve Romaine, avid local sailor, longtime member and past commodore of the CMCS sailing group, and a very lucky gentleman who recently returned from a European excursion and nine-day Meditarrean... more »»  Golfers invited to the ninth annual Shell Point Open Nov. 9 September 20, 2012 Fort Myers, Fl (Sept. 20, 2012) --- Golfers are invited to participate in the 9th annual Shell Point Open Charity Golf Tournament Friday, Nov. 9, at the Shell Point Golf Club in Fort Myers. more »»  Heart to Heart: Golf tournament Saturday for local family August 22, 2012 Helping raise funds for a young, local gentleman and his family, who’s recently gone through an extensive operation, a very special Heart to Heart Open Golf Tournament and two-man-scramble will take... more »» |    What's HotMost Read
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