Mega-developers
The engine that drives Lee County's economy is real estate. And no one has a bigger impact on what that real estate looks like than the mega-developers. They're the dreamers, the men and women who take huge risks bringing a product to market that may or may not sell. After all, markets change, tastes change and the economy changes. Full Story
Rauschenberg donates $100,000 to AIDS clinic
Fort Myers facility to change name to honor artist
Artist Bob Rauschenberg is sitting on Captiva Island, and Dr. Bob Schwartz is sitting in central Fort Myers. Rauschenberg is arguably the world's most renowned living artist, and Schwartz is arguably the state's most determined AIDS doctor, as director of the AIDS Treatment Center. Full Story
Improvements to Conservation 20/20 Web site announced
Conservation 20/20 staff and Lee County Parks and Recreation have announced updates to a Web site that will help residents, newcomers and tourists learn more about the Conservation 20/20 Program and navigate the 34 preserves currently under C20/20 stewardship. Full Story
Used cooking oil collection
With the holidays upon us many residents take delight in the unique practice of frying a turkey. This technique requires several gallons of oil to achieve the moist and tender results. Needless to say, once the turkey is done and the guests have enjoyed every morsel, all you are left with is the carcass and a large quantity of used cooking oil. Full Story
Reminders for airport travelers
The Lee County Port Authority is asking travelers leaving Southwest Florida International Airport this Thanksgiving holiday to: • Arrive at least two hours prior to your flight departure time. Leave extra time for arriving to the airport, parking, check-in and clearing through airport security. Full Story
Museum of History announces 2007-08 trip schedule
The Southwest Florida Museum of History proudly announces its 26th year of Escorted Day Trips. The museum continues its popular excursions with visits to exciting areas, exhibits and some new behind-thescenes offerings! Full Story
Childcare agency adapts to difficult times
It has been a tough seven months for Child Care of Southwest Florida. The agency nearly had to close its doors after learning in April that a $40 million contract with the Early Learning Coalition of Southwest Florida was terminated, but has since been able to reestablish itself. Full Story
Golf event raises $1.2 million for Immokalee foundation
The Third Annual Immokalee Foundation Pro-Am Golf Challenge was sold out this year at Bay Colony Golf Club in Naples on Monday, Nov. 12 at the 9:15 a.m. shotgun for the five-player scramble. The event was presented by Fifth Third Bank and cosponsored by Naples Luxury Imports and Bigham Jewelers. Full Story
Tag a holiday gift to help Florida's wildlife
A unique idea for gift-giving this holiday season can help save Florida's wildlife. The Florida Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles announced recently that gift certificates may be purchased for any specialty tag in Florida. Full Story
Edison & Ford Winter Estates has events galore this holiday season
The Edison & Ford Winter Estates offers a variety of programs, classes, and events throughout the month of December. . Holiday House at the Estates 2007, Nov. 30 through Dec. 30 from 5:30 p.m. to 9. Holiday House at the Estates has been a Southwest Florida tradition for 32 years. Full Story
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