By By PAULETTE LEBLANC / pleblanc@breezenewspapers.com
Collard completes Mexico-to-Canada charity bicycle ride
Church of God of Prophecy Evangelist Week Revival this week
The Church of God Prophecy’s Evangelist Week Revival will be held Saturday, June 27, an 6 p.m.; and Sunday, June 28, at 11 a.m. The church is at 15146 Stringfellow Road, Bokeelia. Call (239) 283-2128 for more information.
Pine Island Travel Club welcomes author Correia for travel safety presentation
The Pine Island Travel Club is pleased to welcome local author Joanne Correia for a special presentation on travel and personal safety on Thursday, June 25, from 6 p.m., at Fishers of Men Lutheran Church, located at 10360 Stringfellow Road in St. James City. Correia will discuss her new book, “The US is Dangerous,” and share practical tips and strategies designed to help individuals stay aware, prepared and safe both at home and while traveling. The presentation will cover situational awareness, common scams, personal safety practices and ways travelers can reduce risks while exploring new destinations. “As travel continues to be an important part of many people’s lives, ...
Transcript of Becca Shevlin Toole’s speech at the Kiwanis scholarship presentations
Good morning. First, thank you to the Pine Island Kiwanis Club for inviting me to be here today. It is an honor to stand before a group that has spent decades investing in this community and in the young people who call it home. And to the scholarship recipients and your families, congratulations. This is a wonderful accomplishment, and you should be proud of everything that brought you to this moment. Standing here this morning feels a little surreal because years ago, I was sitting exactly where you are. I grew up right here on Pine Island. For 18 years, home was off Pineland Road. My family was spread across the island. My Aunt Jane lived on Aubrey Road. My Aunt Toni lived ...
Holzem opens Badger Boat Detailing
In August 2025, Chris Holzem began Badger Boat Detail. Holzem said the name of his business got its start from some research he did to find the best materials he would need to work. This product, he said, is called Glidecoat. After finding out what he needed to know about the product he and ...
July programs set at Pine Island Public Library
Next month’s roster of activities at the Pine Island Public Library offers topics for all ages. The following programs are free to the public. Adult Programs Shark Week Guided Canvas Painting 2 p.m., Saturday, July 11 Using step-by-step instruction, create a beautiful painting of a shark in an underwater scene. All materials provided. Dress for mess, as paints may stain. Registration is required. Children’s Programs Comedy Magic Show by Cesar Domico 2 p.m., Tuesday, July 7 Enjoy a fun and amazing summer reading magic show presented by Cesar Domico. Laughter full of illusions await. Preschool Program: Travel Fun with Little Racers 10:30 a.m., ...
FEMA regulations impact use of flood panels
Flood panels were touted as the wave of the future in hurricane protection, replacing sandbags and providing more reliable protection, but safety and structural damage concerns have led the Federal Emergency Management Agency to reassess the value of the panels. In the Town of Fort Myers ...
