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Lee County operations adjust schedules for Labor Day

Most Lee County administrative operations will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day. The county’s holiday schedule adjustments are as follows:   Solid Waste Residents of Lee County, the City of Bonita Springs, the Village of Estero and the Town of Fort Myers Beach, who typically have garbage, recycling and yard waste collections on Monday, will be collected on Tuesday, Sept. 8. Regular collection schedules resume on Monday, Sept. 14. Lee County Solid Waste facilities and offices are closed on Sept. 7, in observance of the holiday. This includes operations at the Household Chemical Waste Collection Facility, 6441 Topaz Court, the Resource Recovery Facility ...

Madore, Polston join staff at Pine Island Elementary

Amber Madore and Kay Polston are new members of the educational staff at Pine Island Elementary School. Madore said while she is in her fourth year of teaching, this is her first year as a kindergarten teacher and also her first year at Pine Island Elementary. “I spent the last 2 years ...

Sizzle Dining returns with 140 restaurants in the area participating

An annual late-summer dining event across Southwest Florida is returning for its biggest year yet while celebrating a major milestone.  Sizzle Dining, which is marking its 10th year, will run the entire month of September, encouraging the community to “save, support, and celebrate.” The event gives participants a chance to indulge in Southwest Florida flavors and delectable cuisines, as foodies have the opportunity to dine at a record-high number of restaurants throughout the month, for less. Now in its most expansive format to date, the month-long event will feature 140 restaurants across Lee and Collier counties, from Cape Coral to Marco Island, offering exclusive lunches and ...

A bright new welcome at Pine Island Elementary

Pine Island Elementary School has a refreshed entrance that truly reflects the pride, character and spirit of the little island school. Thanks to the generosity of local business SP Designs, a stunning new sign now greets students, staff and visitors as they arrive on campus. The vibrant new ...

SWFL News

Twins announce 2027 Spring Training home schedule

MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, MN – The Minnesota Twins, in conjunction with Major League Baseball, today announced their home schedule for 2027 spring training, the club’s 37th at Lee Health Sports Complex in Fort Myers. The Twins’ 2027 spring schedule features 30 total Grapefruit League games ...

LPA OKs controversial planning bill to affect unincorporated areas of the county

Over the course of decades, communities throughout unincorporated Lee County have created their own planning. However, if Lee County has its way, it will eliminate 17 individual community plans. Monday, at the Local Planning Agency meeting in Lee County Chambers, dozens of residents came to ...

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Norm’s Tasting Notes: 2026 Special “Go To List”

The North Georgia Wine Advisor normwine@bellsouth.net normwine@charter.net 2026 Special "Go To List" Uno September - 2026 This "Go to List" is wines which have been consistently good over the years regardless of vintage or price, and will provide a good choice for any occasion. • La ...

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Eagle Editorial: Tax shifting is not tax reform

Appropriately coinciding with the official start of hurricane season Gov. Ron DeSantis has called for a special legislative session to push his “Save Our Homes” plan to slash property taxes. “Today in Tampa, I outlined the Save Our Homes from Excessive Property Taxes plan that will ...

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