Financial independence is a critical part of feeling empowered and in control of our own lives.When social and economic needs in relation to work, home and community are addressed, we are more likely to achieve financial independence. Dress for Success SW Florida is dedicated to promoting the ...
Congressman Francis Rooney surprised a lot of people last week when he announced that he will retire at the end of his second term, thus opening the District 19 House seat for a new rep to be elected in the 2020 General Election.The congressman cited two reasons for his decision not to seek ...
Imagine if your birthday was just another day - no party, no gifts, no cake, no extra attention.You certainly wouldn't feel special.Unfortunately, it's an incredibly sad reality for many children in Southwest Florida. They aren't made to feel special on their birthdays, or any other day for ...
To the editor:As the search begins for a replacement to run for Congressman Francis Rooney's Congressional seat when he retires next year, it's important that we choose a person who has demonstrated the qualities necessary to fight for what's right.This individual, as I see it, should be a ...
Rooney should resign nowTo the editor:An open letter to Rep. Rooney,While I do not know what has caused, or influenced your apparent dramatic change in world view, one thing is clear, you have lost the trust of the majority of your constituents. You no longer represent the interests of the ...
To the editor:I heard Rep. Rooney's remarks that he will consider being open to the impeachment inquiry. I thank him.As Rooney's constituent I am asking that he stand up as a statesman and support the impeachment of Trump. He is much worse than Nixon on many levels.Seeking help from a foreign ...
To the editor:About six months ago a new Cabinet appointee to the Trump Administration said he was excited to be a part of the team doing so many great things in foreign policy.I saw no significant accomplishment then and as well as no accomplishments now. And as for the current mess we've ...
After the last prolonged outbreak of red tide and blue-green algae it seemed every politician vowed to "do something."The spin from the last session was that the Florida Legislature produced "the most Everglades-friendly budget in Florida history." And, yes, funds were budgeted for reservoirs ...
By SARAH ASHTON and JIM METZLERThe water surrounding the J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge looks immeasurably better than it did a year ago. So, is this the time to celebrate the end of our water-related issues? Not even close. This is the time to be thankful for the progress that ...
To the editor:The Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce has adopted the following resolution:FORT MYERS BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCERESOLUTION NO. 19-01A RESOLUTION OF THE FORT MYERS BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BOARD OF DIRECTORS SUPPORTING GOVERNOR RON DESANTIS' STRONG COMMITMENT TO WATER QUALITY, ...