Growing toward the future
DEVELOPMENT, MARKETS FORCE CHANGING USES FOR REGION'S FARMLAND
As thick and familiar as a country parish of graying old friends, and standing shoulder to shoulder, the tall trees appeared resplendent in spring green across the dry cow pasture, part of the last 40 acres where James Daniels carries on the life he was born with 79 years ago. Full Story
City to consider the sun as an energy source
Fort Myers' city leaders are contemplating making solar power a public utility. But before your blood starts to boil with thoughts that government might be taxing the air we breathe next, this idea may have some benefits to consumers. Full Story
Alligator hunting permits go on sale June 3
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will begin selling approximately 4,500 alligator harvest permits on a first-come, first-served basis at 10 a.m. June 3 and will continue through 11:59 p.m. June 9. During this period, each person will be limited to one permit, which allows the take of two alligators. Full Story
A delicious 'taste of the wild' benefits scouting
The "Taste of the Wild" Gourmet Wild Game luncheon is set for 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 24 at the Babcock Ranch in Punta Gorda. Enjoy a meal of Venison, Quail, Elk, Alligator, Buffalo, Hog all expertly prepared by Chef Rod Hamlet and served in the rustic and historic setting of Babcock Ranch. Full Story
Blood drive set for next month
A Community Blood Drive will be held on June 24 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Edison Mall in Fort Myers. Organizers are giving away grocery totes and some vendors at the mall have already committed to helping with coupons and giveaways to all donors. Full Story
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