OUR VERY OWN LOCAL FIGHT CLUB
CLUB CAGE FIGHTERS WALKING THE WALK IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
I T WAS NEARLY 8 P.M., AND RETREAT WAS impossible. It was too late to talk the talk. Now, nothing could save Dustin Fellows, Justin Goodall and Alex Iriarte from having to walk the walk. Full Story
It may not be much, but it's home
AmeriCorps worker interviews the homeless about daily life
The melaleuca-choked woods bordering a well-traveled thoroughfare in Fort Myers were quiet and beautiful in a late-afternoon summer rainstorm. Drivers passing by don't see what the melaleuca grove also is: a place that people call home. Full Story
Bloodsport
Physical, mental integrity at the heart of gruesome and brutal combat
Looking at Adam Deane, it's not hard to guess that he has a secret. He has all the accoutrements of his official job as a CPA for Bank of America in Naples — the well-tailored suit, the clean shave and ever-present cell phone. Still, there are a few things about his appearance that keep him from looking like an average banker. Full Story
GreenMarket features organic fish, produce
Joining the trend to "Go Green," the Lee County Alliance of the Arts is offering a weekly GreenMarket on Saturday mornings. Products for sale are certified organic and fresh from the sea, farm, oven, kitchen and even the bee hive. Full Story
KOVELS: ANTIQUES & COLLECTING
Just in time for Father's Day, cufflinks make a comeback
A smart woman created Father's Day in 1910. Sonora Smart Dodd wanted to honor her father, William Smart, in the same way mothers were honored on Mother's Day. It wasn't until 1972, however, that Congress made the third Sunday of June the official holiday. Full Story
Around Southwest Florida: Start planning your Fourth
Here are some early listings of things to consider for a fabulous Fourth of July celebration: •The Bonita Springs night sky will come alive with a laser light show Saturday, July 4, in Riverside Park as part of the annual Star Spangled Bonita Party in the Park. This year's event sets a new precedent by starting at 6 p.m. Full Story
Celebrate summer solstice by land and by sea
Come along on the longest day of the year and explore the shoreline and estuary preserve of Bunche Beach. Lee County Parks and Recreation is offering a chance to explore, observing wildlife, residential and migrating birds and getting to know more about historic Bunche Beach from a new perspective. Full Story
Florida Everblades raise almost $200,000 for charity
The Florida Everblades donated $196,780 to charity during the 2008-09 season, thanks to jersey auctions and fundraisers. The "NHL Night" jerseys worn by Everblades players on Jan. 3 raised $4,500 for the Southwest Florida chapter of Autism Speaks chapter. Full Story
Miracle-Tampa Yankees game will benefit Uncommon Friends
Miracle Baseball fans in the ballpark for the Saturday, July 25, home game against the Tampa Yankees can help support the Uncommon Friends Foundation at the same time. A $15 ticket package (a $24 value) for the Uncommon Friends Night with the Miracle includes a general admission ticket, a Miracle Baseball hat and a hot dog and soda voucher. Full Story
Book publisher will be guest when Gulf Coast Writers meet
James Abraham, a book publisher who specializes in helping authors who self-publish, will address the Gulf Coast Writers Association at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 20, at Freedom Hall, Zion Lutheran Church, 7401 Winkler Road in Fort Myers. Full Story
Greeters Club hosts UF professor to discuss plants and waterways
The Greeters Club of Greater Fort Myers invites local residents to attend its next luncheon meeting at Crown Colony Country Club on Winkler Road. The meeting starts at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, July 9, with lunch at noon. The guest speaker will be Tom Becker, a University of Florida professor. Full Story
This week on WGCU TV
. Wednesday, June 17 Great Performances: "Chess" in Concert - 8 p.m. Set during the Cold War intrigue of international chess tournaments, the musical cult favorite "Chess" dramatizes the romantic checkmate between an American chess champion, his lover and a Russian opponent planning to defect to the West. Full Story
Summer is a time for continuing ed at Edison State College in Fort Myers
The following continuing education classes are being offered at Edison State College in July. For information and to register, visit http://www.edison.edu/lee/ce/, e-mail celee@edison.edu or call 489-9235. All classes are held at the Fort Myers campus, 8099 College Pkwy. Full Story
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