The Beaches of Lee County
OUR BEACHES ARE SOME OF THE BEST IN THE world - white sugar sand, gentle tides, unique aquatic life, fabulous seashells and stunning sunsets. Yet, each offers something little different. Here's Florida Weekly's in-depth look at the beaches of Lee County and what makes them special. Full Story
Realtors say Amendment 1 a good start but more is needed
Real estate pros react to amendment passage
Real-estate professionals held out dim hopes that the recently adopted Amendment 1 property tax amendment would jump start the housing market. "The tax benefits might help people who have lived in their homes for more than five years," said Ken Worthington, a Realtor with Century-21 Sunbelt Realty. "Saving $240 a year in taxes doesn't really help anyone. Full Story
Galloway honored for community support
Sam Galloway, Jr. has earned a Salute to Dealers award from Ford Motor Company. "I get total satisfaction out of helping people," explained Galloway, president of Sam Galloway Ford, which his grandmother founded in 1927. "I feel in my heart it's the right thing to do. Full Story
Take a tour of Florida's Black History
Black Heritage Trail Guide is a roadmap for Black History Month
Celebrate Florida's rich Black History throughout February and let VISIT FLORIDA's Black Heritage Trail guide show you the way. The full color guide comprises African-American landmarks and legacies from across the state and is available free to consumers at www.VISITFLORIDA. com/guides. Full Story
Humorist details journey from rags to riches to Fort Myers
Chamber of Commerce speaker here Feb. 21
The Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce has invited author and motivational humorist Yvonne Conte to speak at its luncheon at The Pelican Preserve on Veneto Drive in Fort Myers on Thursday, Feb. 21. Conte travels first class and stays in the best resorts and hotels, but life wasn't always so sweet. Full Story
Golf Doctor moves International Golf Studio
Mike Calbot heads to Old Corkscrew
Mike Calbot, more commonly known as the Golf Doctor, is relocating his International Golf Studio and TRIAD Golf Schools to Old Corkscrew Golf Club, a freestanding golf facility located on Corkscrew Road in Estero, Florida. Full Story
Award-winning political cartoonist slated for Speakers Assembly
Nationally recognized editorial cartoonist Kevin Kallaugher will conduct a participatory brunch on Friday, Feb. 8 at 10 a.m. at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort in Estero. Full Story
Hope Hospice introduces new care program for seniors
One of only two approved programs in Florida
Hope Hospice and Community Services has introduced a new healthcare program to provide all needed preventive, primary, acute and long-term care services to the frail elderly in Lee County. Hope Select Care enables seniors to continue to live independently at home. Full Story
Free boating seminar offered
Powerboaters, paddlers and sailors who are novices or newcomers to Southwest Florida are welcome to attend a free Feb. 11 event designed to help them with everything from etiquette and eco-tips to safe-boating techniques and getting around. Full Story
Museum needs volunteers
The Southwest Florida Museum of History, the historic train depot that is home to Southwest Florida's heritage through artifacts, exhibits and displays, needs volunteers to help in a variety of roles at the museum. However, the museum especially needs docents to lead guided tours both in the museum and downtown as part of the seasonal Walking Tours (January - April). Full Story
Tax help available for low-income people
United Way volunteers will prepare taxes for low-income workers free of charge through April 15 at four United Way Neighborhood Houses located in Lehigh Acres, Harlem Heights, Cape Coral and Dunbar. Tax payers must have their W-2 forms from their employers prior to making an appointment for the service. Full Story
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