New roof regulations increase cost
Putting a new roof on your home just got more expensive. A new state law covering the installation of stronger, hurricane-resistant, replacement roofs might actually hurt those it is meant to serve, roofers said. And they're steamed. Full Story
DISAPPEAR HERE FROM SOMEWHERE, ANYWHERE ELSE
Many from up north come here to get away from more than winter
The reasons why you pack your belongings and leave town might be clear and credible, easy to describe, and relatively permanent- a great new job, true love, sunny days; or not. Sometimes people appear from parts unknown out of nowhere, their histories broken and uneasy. They stay for a while, just long enough to become familiar, and then vanish. Full Story
Internet fraud on the rise in Fort Myers
The internet is a great way to inexpensively advertise anything you want to sell; there are a number of popular websites just for this purpose. Unfortunately criminals are very aware of all of these websites and they have discovered how to commit crimes virtually risk-free. Full Story
USA swimming trials at Miromar Lakes
Contestants vying for spot on US Olympic team
The USA Swimming Open Water World Championship Trials will be held at Miromar Lakes Beach & Golf Club on Saturday, Oct. 20 and Sunday Oct. 21, 2007. This is the final North American event in a fouryear qualifying cycle. Forty USA swimmers will be vying for four available spots at an Olympic selection meet to be held April 29-May 4, 2008 in Seville, Spain. Full Story
Junior Olympic sailing regatta at beach this weekend
More than 250 youth sailors from as far away as New Jersey and Ohio will compete in the waters off Fort Myers Beach Oct. 20-21 in the annual Beach Romp Sailing Regatta. The multi-class regatta is a Junior Olympic competition sanctioned by United States Sailing. Full Story
Program helps girls deal with trauma
They've witnessed serious car crashes, shootings or lost loved ones. The Children's Advocacy Center is offering a program aimed at girls between 12 and 17 who have experienced traumatic events. "It can be anything. Abuse, neglect, abandonment, loss, witness to a crime, a loss in the family or a bad traffic accident," said therapist Christina Reynolds. Full Story
Program to aid senior addicts
Poor eyesight, confusion and addiction may be driving seniors to serious health problems, but officials at Southwest Florida Addiction Services are hoping that a new program will help. They received a $450,000 grant from the Florida Department of Children and Families substance abuse program to help identify and treat seniors. Full Story
SWF Wine Fest featured vintner announced
The Southwest Florida Wine Fest Committee announced that Swanson Vineyards & Winery's Vintner Clarke Swanson, of Naples and Napa Valley, Calif., will be present at this year's Northern Trust Southwest Florida Wine Fest Gala on Saturday night Nov. 10 as a special guest with an array of wines to taste and enjoy. Full Story
Edison & Ford offers many events this month
October events at the Edison & Ford winter Estates: Painting Floorcloths with Leoma Lovegrove, Oct. 20 and 27, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Renowned Florida artist, Leoma Lovegrove will teach a variety of techniques using brushes, sponges and Estates botanicals even the most inexperienced painter can create a one of a kind floorcloth. Registration required. Full Story
October is Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog Month
10 tips to pick the right pet for you
If you have ever thought about becoming a "Pet Parent", this month is the perfect time for you to seriously consider expanding your family. October is Adopt-A-Shelter- Dog Month, a time where the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals urges people to adopt unwanted dogs from local animal shelters across the country. Full Story
Canine Celebration
How much do you know about everyone's best friend?
This week, we're again sharing excerpts from two of our three new books. Here, we go to the dogs with fun canine facts from "Bow- Wow: Curiously Compelling Facts, True Tales & Trivia Even Your Own Cat Won't Know" (HCI, $15). Enjoy! Full Story
Pets of the Week
To adopt a pet There are many dogs and cats available at Lee County Animal Services, 5600 Banner Drive, Fort Myers. Call 432-2083 or visit the agency's Web site at www.leelostpets.com. Adoption applications may be downloaded from the site or completed at the shelter, which is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Full Story
Where does a nonprofit organization go for funding?
GIVING
Nonprofit agencies face an everdecreasing funding sources. Federal, state and county money for nonprofits is diminishing. As more agencies are established to meet the evergrowing need for services, the pot available to nonprofits gets smaller. Full Story
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