KOVELS: ANTIQUES & COLLECTING
Collectors find irons unusual, intriguing
The old iron your great-grandmother use to iron her clothes woul not seem to be of much use or value today, but there are many collectors who want irons and other laundry-related collectibles. Prices are determined by age, condition, maker, rarity and appeal. It’s like a romance for these collectors — something about the iron seems unusual, entertaining and intriguing. Full Story
U.S. transportation chief lauds safe-driving effort
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood recently honored Fort Myers resident Jay Anderson for his “Stay Alive… Just Drive” campaign. Full Story
WGCU launches ‘Your Voice,’ focusing on issues in SW Fla.
WGCU Public Media will launch its newest project, “Your Voice,” on Jan. 4, when the public broadcasting station devotes more than eight hours of television and radio programming to exploring the issues affecting Immokalee. From human trafficking to migrant living conditions to farm workers’ wages, Immokalee has captured the attention of Southwest Floridians for decades. Full Story
Buddhist chaplain teaches in Lee
Lama Migmar Tseten will be returning to the Fort Myers area to give talks, teachings and meditation instructions Jan. 21 through Jan. 24. Full Story
State park offering guided nature programs in January
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Lovers Key State Park will present weekly programs on park history and wildlife throughout the month of January. Full Story
Emcees named for 2010 Cattle Baron’s Ball set for Jan. 23
The American Cancer Society of Lee County has chosen Kellie Burns, NBC-2 news anchor, and County Commissioner Frank Mann as its masters of ceremonies for its upcoming Cattle Baron’s Ball on Jan. 23 at the Bell Tower Shops. Full Story
Becoming Cosmopolitan event raises $45,000 for CCMI
More than 250 women attended the fourth annual Becoming Cosmopolitan event and helped raise $45,000 for Community Cooperative Ministries Incorporated, which surpassed last year’s total of more than $38,000. Full Story
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