LAW & BORDER
TOUGH IMMIGRATION STATUTE KEEPS FAMILY APART
"We must find a sensible and humane way to deal with people here illegally. Illegal immigration is complicated, but it can be resolved. And it must be resolved in a way that upholds both our laws and our highest ideals. Full Story
Edison State College evolves to meet new demands
Like the five counties it serves, Edison State College is evolving. The college now offers four-year bachelor's degree programs at its Lee County campus, with similar programs planned for Collier and Charlotte counties. Full Story
Pregnant working women will get their day in Florida court
Pregnant working women in Florida who are discriminated against by their employers may sue for relief under the Florida Civil Rights Act, an appellate court ruled last week. Florida's Fourth District Court of Appeals issued its opinion in the case of Amy Carsillo v. Full Story
Head downtown for holiday cheer
Get into the real Christmas spirit this season with a visit to historic downtown Fort Myers. The streets are already decorated and the popular Holiday House is open at the Burroughs and Langford/ Kingston houses. There will also be nativity scenes, four services on Christmas Eve and the annual presentation of "A Christmas Carol" at First United Methodist Church. Full Story
Cancer Society seeks volunteer drivers
The American Cancer Society's South Gulf Coast Area is recruiting volunteer drivers to help cancer patients on their road to recovery. Road to Recovery is an American Cancer Society program that strives to improve the quality of life for patients undergoing cancer care by providing transportation to their treatment appointments and home again. Full Story
Salvation Army needs bell ringers
The Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign is not seeing the "rapid boil" it needs to help the unprecedented number of families asking for assistance this holiday season, said Major Art Penhale, Corp Officer for The Salvation Army in Lee and Hendry counties. Full Story
Beach decorating contest on again this year
The Greater Fort Myers Beach Area Chamber of Commerce will again sponsor the Annual Christmas Decorating Contest. "We are very proud to be able to sponsor this contest for the citizens and businesses within the Fort Myers Beach Fire District," said Bill van Duzer, chairman of the board of the Beach Chamber. Full Story
O negative blood needed
Florida's Blood Centers is asking for donations immediately for all blood types, but especially O negative. O negative is the universal donor type of blood and is used in emergency and trauma situations. Increased hospital usage has greatly depleted the supply of O negative. Each donation will likely be transfused into a patient in a local hospital within 48 hours. Full Story
Habitat for Humanity adds maintenance division
Habitat for Humanity of Lee County is increasing its production in the community by adding a new maintenance division to its home-building experience. The additional department is available for maintenance needs throughout Lee and Hendry counties. Full Story
Fire training now part of college curriculum
Beginning next month, Edison State College will partner with the North Naples Fire and Rescue Department to offer a state-ofthe art Fire Academy certificate program. "Edison State College is here to meet the needs of the community," said Craig Aberbach, coordinator of emergency services at Edison State. Full Story
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