Documentary chronicles "The Queen of Swing"
Fort Myers resident's career spanned seven decades
Norma Miller's career has spanned dancing, comedy, acting, authorship (her book "Swing Baby Swing" chronicles the evolution of swing culture into the 21st Century), multiple continents, three major wars and the civil rights movement. But she is still spry and imbued with an infectious energy that belies age and experience. Full Story
respect the cells
GIVING EMBRYOS EMBRYO THEIR DUE
"BLASTOCYST," exclaims Dr. Craig Sweet, staring intently into the screen. Reverence, not profanity, characterizes his sudden utterance. "That's at five days. Full Story
The Sky's the Limit
Youthful promise put to work on the Web
Today's Internet is still roughly where the automobile was during the era of Henry Ford's Model T," wrote Microsoft Corporation Chairman Bill Gates in 2000. "We've seen a lot of amazing things so far, but there is much more to come. Full Story
Vapiano opening first Florida location in Fort Myers
European restaurant expanding in U.S.
Vapiano, named the "Future of Fresh Casual" by Foodservice Europe recently signed its first lease in Fort Myers. Franchisee Konrad Woest and his family will open their first of multiple restaurants in the 1.6 million square foot Gulf Coast Town Center. Other restaurants in the Center include: P.F. Changs China Bistro, Outback Steakhouse, Blue Sushi and Bar Louie. Full Story
ink, brush, stroke
Four contemporary Chinese artists bring their massive works to FGCU
The elements: The sable paint brush, looking a lot like a brush men used to apply shaving cream, sits on the wooden table, patient, pregnant with possibility. By it: a sheet of white paper, a wide expanse of emptiness, like a snow-covered meadow. And: black ink, as black and liquid-y as a starless night. Full Story
Cantors hold American premier in Fort Myers
The Gulf Coast Symphony presents "Cantors: A Faith in Song" on Sunday, Jan. 20, at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. Conceived as a PBS special, this show has toured internationally and nationally, and makes its first appearance in Southwest Florida. This is also the American Premiere of the full orchestra version of the show, which has only been heard in Europe. Full Story
Paseo offers new home designs and lower prices
With the announcement of new pricing and the introduction of two new single-family products this week, Paseo in South Fort Myers is taking shape as one of the most exciting new communities in Lee County. Prices starting from the $170s, make the development's top-flight lifestyle even more affordable for homebuyers, said Anthony Lucas, Vice President of Sales for Paseo. Full Story
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