PANTHER PREDILICTIONS
FOR THE FLORIDA CAT, THE HOPE OF PRESERVATION FADES
Remarkably, many who live or travel in Southwest Florida have seen a panther indirectly, but probably failed to recognize it. Full Story
Florida Weekly wins state awards for writing, design
Florida Weekly received more awards than any other newspaper in the Florida Press Association’s 2009 Better Weekly Newspaper Contest. Contest organizers announced the winners last week.
General excellence, overall graphic design and community service were among the categories where the newspaper
garnered accolades. Florida Weekly
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WGCU explores Florida’s spiritual communities
TV special titled “Florida: Heaven on Earth?”
Since the late 1800s, Florida has been a haven for spiritual pioneers searching for the “ideal life” in what many consider the ideal communal environment. Full Story
State park to offer guided nature programs in May
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Lovers Key State Park will present weekly programs on park history and wildlife throughout the month of May.
Programs are included in park admission fees of $4 for vehicles with one individual; $8 for vehicles with two to eight individuals; and $2 per pedestrian or cyclist. Full Story
Jeweler, chocolatier team up to recognize special mothers
Southwest Floridians have a chance to prove they have the world’s greatest moms by entering their mothers in the Storybook Mother’s Day Contest hosted by Mark Loren Designs’ and Norman Love Confections. Four winning mothers will receive a truly unique gift, a limited edition Mother’s Day necklace designed by Mr. Full Story
Publix Pharmacies debuts new diabetes program
Publix Pharmacies has launched the first phase of a new diabetes management system. The program is a multifaceted program established to assist customers and associates living with diabetes in managing their medication, compliance, monitoring, education, nutrition and exercise. Full Story
Lee County Bar Association plans awards luncheon
The Lee County Bar Association will host its annual Law Week Awards Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Friday, April 30, at the Royal Palm Yacht Club, 2360 West First St. in Fort Myers. Awards will be presented to four top Southwest Florida law enforcement officers, as well as to a top teacher in law-related education. The Liberty Bell Award will be awarded to attorney John A. Full Story
Tri-Town fishing tourney helps make wishes come true
This year’s second annual Tri-Town Classic Fishing Tournament, where 100 percent of all proceeds will benefit the Make- A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida, is just days away. On Saturday, May 1, more than 20 boats will drop their lines in the waters of Southwest Florida as they battle for the most inches. Full Story
Shell Factory to kick off Hawgs & Dawgs Sundays
The Shell Factory and Nature Park is launching a new weekly event geared toward motorcycle enthusiasts Sunday, May 2.
Hawgs & Dawgs invites motorcycle owners and enthusiasts to come together and enjoy live entertainment and a special menu at The Swamp Bar, located at The Shell Factory in North Fort Myers. Full Story
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