THE PURPLE STATES OF AMERICA
VOICES OUSIDE THE PROFESSIONAL CIRCLE OF JOURNALISTS ARE REPORTING THE VAST AREA SEPARATING BLUE & RED
U.S. television networks have for years announced the nation's President elect, while referring to a map of America dividing the country into red states and blue states (Republicans and Democrats). It was a color scheme created by professional journalists and used by professional politicians, which inadequately describes almost everyone. Full Story
Expansion progressing at new hospital
$286 million Gulf Coast Hospital set to open next year
It might still be a year away from occupancy, but Gulf Coast Hospital staff showed off its four-story addition to the media last week. "We wanted to let people know what's coming in about a year," said Lynn Melvin, Lee Memorial Health System's spokesperson. "The hospital could open in the first quarter of 2009. Full Story
Lee students earn medical awards
Earlier this month 36 students from Lee County High Tech Center Central competed in the Region 6 Health Occupation Students of America's annual competition. HOSA is a national organization for students enrolled in health-related training. Full Story
Sunrise Easter service set for City of Palms Park
Congregations from throughout Southwest Florida will gather at City of Palms Park in downtown Fort Myers Easter Sunday, March 23, to worship and to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Gates open at 5:45 a.m. for the Easter Sunrise service, which begins at 6:45 a.m. There is no admission for the service or for parking at City of Palms Park. Full Story
Scholarship applications being accepted
Applications for 2008 Uncommon Friends Foundation scholarships, honoring deserving individuals who have a financial need and the potential to succeed in school, are available now. Completed applications are due by April 1. Full Story
Kevin Lewis named Citizen of the Year
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners selected Kevin Lewis, the Chief Executive Officer of the Southwest Florida Addiction Services, as the recipient of the Paulette Burton Citizen of the Year award for 2007. The Board made the announcement at its Tuesday, Feb. 19 meeting. Full Story
Yoga for Sleep class set
Health & Harmony Center is offering a two-hour class, Yoga for Sleep, Sunday, March 9, 10 a.m.-noon. This easy and beneficial use of yoga is suitable all body types and experiences. One common thread will be the desire to sleep more peacefully and deeply. Full Story
Mulching helps save water
As Southwest Florida is experiencing one of its driest periods in history homeowners are faced with searching for ways to maintain their landscapes while adhering to mandatory one-day-a-week irrigation restrictions. Professional gardeners have long known the use of good mulch conserves water by significantly reducing the moisture evaporation from the soil. Full Story
Bird Fest set for the weekend
Guided tours on tap for springtime, too
The Lee County Bird Patrol welcomes the public to attend its sixth annual Bird Fest on Saturday, March 1, at Lakes Regional Park and also to mark calendars now for upcoming bird-counting trips on Conservation 20/20 sites. The festival runs 7:30 a.m. Full Story
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