earthly mandate
Local, global leaders champion blueprint for creating a more sustainable future
Stephen C. Rockefeller, son of Nelson, member of the famous political and philanthropic family, stood quietly in a lecture hall at Florida Gulf Coast University last week and tried to change the world. Full Story
Florida laws help chimps
Connecticut attack highlights problem of primates, safety
The idea of sitting home with an ape in your living room watching a ball game and letting him live as a member of the family is not business as usual in Florida. Tougher state laws are in place to help prevent tragedies such as the attack last week in Connecticut involving a 200- pound chimp and a woman. Full Story
Robbie Roepstorff named 2008 citizen of the year
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners has selected Sanibel's Robbie Roepstorff as the recipient of the Paulette Burton Citizen of the Year award for 2008. The board made the announcement at its Tuesday, Feb. 17 meeting. Full Story
This week on WGCU-TV
. America's Ballroom Challenge - New Season - Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 9 p.m. Step inside the sizzling action of the world's largest ballroom dancing competition. Top couples from North America compete across four dance styles — American Smooth, American Rhythm, International Standard, and Latin — with one dancing couple emerging as "America's best. Full Story
Sanibel Conservation Forum set for March 4
The annual Conservation Forum at BIG ARTS, originally scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 17, has been rescheduled to Tuesday, March 4 due to conflicts with Sanibel election programs. Full Story
Discover the winged wonders of Lee County avian wildlife
Visit the Charlotte Harbor Buffer Preserve with a bird patrol guide starting at 8 a.m. March 7 and 8. Walk about two miles for 2 Full Story
FGCU hosts science, technology workshop
The Whitaker Center at Florida Gulf Coast University, as part of its inaugural 2008-09 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education Academy Series plans to host a faculty professional development workshop Friday, Feb. 27, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., in Whitaker Hall 243. The workshop is free and open to the public. Full Story
Black and White Ball to benefit Harry Chapin Food Bank
Tickets are now available for the Black and White Masked Ball on March 7. The ball, promoted by Hearts of Miromar, will be held at the Miromar Lakes Beach Club, beginning with a champagne reception at 6:30 p.m., followed by dinner. The event will benefit The Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida. The public is invited to participate in the worthwhile gala. Full Story
Community summit on homelessness Feb. 27
A community summit on a 10-year plan to end homelessness will be presented in two sessions at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 13411 Shire Lane, Fort Myers, Friday, Feb. 27. The first session starts at 8 a.m. Full Story
Cape Coral water park offering 'Early Bird' discount passes
Cape Coral's Sun Splash Family Waterpark is offering early bird discounts for season passes for the first time in its history "Early Bird" season passes, available through April 12, range from $29 to $59 for Cape Coral residents and $39 to $79 for non-residents. This is a savings of 30 to 40 percent off last year's season pass prices. Full Story
New nursing school building underway at Edison State
Edison State College's nationally ranked nursing program will soon have a new home — a two-story, $17 million, 58,000-square-foot building. Full Story
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