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THE BEST JOKES IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
AS HE DEPARTED THIS LIFE, SIR DONALD Wolfit, a zesty British thespian, is said to have pulled a prot Full Story
The Vespa's colorful charm endures
But is it the future of motor travel?
Fort Myers-based Vespa dealers Jim and Lucille Wilson are selling more than a cute-looking scooter available in a rainbow of colors. Since returning to United States markets in 2001, this classic mode of transport is making a comeback as a lifestyle choice as well: an efficient, environmentally friendly option for commuters. Full Story
KOVELS: ANTIQUES & COLLECTING
Colorful, collectible salt and pepper shakers are easy to find
Looking for an inexpensive, colorful collectible? Figural ceramic salt and pepper shakers are easy to find, and not only are they colorful and fun to display, but you can use them, too. "Kovels' Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide" lists them at $6-$200, but you can find much lower prices at yard sales. Full Story
New educational campaign strives to prepare Floridians for license and ID card changes
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles has launched Gather. Go. Get, an educational campaign designed to assist Floridians with new driver license and identification card requirements. Beginning Jan. Full Story
College offers ophthalmology assistant, COT prep courses
Edison State College will again offer the Ophthalmology Assistant Program through the Department of Continuing Education. This program will be completed in one semester and prepares the participant to enter the eye-care field working with ophthalmologists or optometrists. Full Story
Blood drive at mall planned to combat summer shortage
Local hospitals traditionally see fewer blood donations during the summer season. The demand, however, remains constant. To offset the shortage, Lee Memorial Health System will hold a blood drive at Edison Mall, with food and prizes offered as incentives to bring out the crowds. Full Story
Doctor's open house explains latest non-surgical cosmetic procedures
Drew A. Kreegel, MD, and his staff of professionals will host a Medi Spa Open House from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21. His office is located at 16410 HealthPark Commons Drive, Suite 200, Fort Myers. Full Story
Messina Children's Center earns national accreditation
The Joseph H. Messina Children's Center has earned accreditation from the National Accreditation Commission for Early Care and Education Programs for outstanding early childhood programs that meet national standards of quality. Full Story
GreenMarket boasts new vendors, more products
GreenMarket, open Saturday mornings at the Alliance for the Arts, is still expanding, with new vendors joining weekly. The market not only offers locally grown, caught and cultivated foods but now includes much more. Full Story
Fort Myers earns Waterfronts Partnership Program designation
The Fort Myers community will be awarded Waterfronts Florida Partnership Program status by the state of Florida in a ceremony to be held in City Hall Council Chambers at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26. Full Story
Benefit aids PACE Center For Girls
Love that dress you wore to the last charity event but don't want to be seen in it at the next event? Then donate it to the PACE Center for Girls Lee County's "Love That Dress" charity fundraiser set for Tuesday, Sept. 1, at Embassy Suites in Estero. The event runs from 6-9 p.m. Full Story
Shell Point recognized in national retirement guidebook
Shell Point Retirement Community was recognized recently in the fourth edition of the publication "America's 100 Best Places to Retire." The book serves as a guide to today's most popular retirement cities, and includes retirement destinations across the United States. Full Story
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