March 24, 2026

ICE agents deployed to RSW

Former ambassador analyzes, calls out attack on Iran

Expert shares insights about dolphins during March GPICA meeting

FDOT announces substantial completion of the Little Pine Island Bridge Reconstruction project

School District of Lee County to host Transportation Job Fairs March 24, April 1

Jennifer’s Boutique to host Fashion Forward Friday benefiting Eva’s Closet and Foundation

March 23, 20263 min read

Jennifer’s Boutique continues its 43rd anniversary celebration by giving back to the community through its popular Fashion Forward Friday series, benefiting local nonprofit organizations. On Friday, April 10, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 5% of all sales at Jennifer’s Boutique will be donated to ...

Haitian-American Community Coalition of Southwest Florida now accepting applications for 2026 scholarships

March 20, 20262 min read

The Haitian-American Community Coalition of Southwest Florida is offering four $1,500 scholarship awards to graduating seniors of Haitian heritage who are enrolled at a Lee County School. HACC Academic Scholarships eligibility, requirements and procedures include: • Student must be of ...

Nova Classical STEM Academy hiring qualified teachers ahead of August 2026 opening

March 20, 20262 min read

Nova Classical STEM Academy, a new tuition-free public charter school opening in August 2026, is actively hiring qualified teachers across a wide range of subject areas and is currently accepting and screening applications as it prepares to welcome its inaugural class of students for the ...

Bobby Nichols-Fiddlesticks Charity Foundation presents more than $1.5 million in grants to serve at-risk children in Southwest Florida

March 24, 2026 4 min read

The Bobby Nichols-Fiddlesticks Charity Foundation has awarded more than $1.5 million in grants to six designated charities of the 24th annual Nichols Cup tournaments and auction gala, bringing its total fundraising to date to almost $22 million for children’s charities in Southwest ...

Allergy season in Southwest Florida? It’s pretty much all year round

March 19, 2026 4 min read

With Florida’s subtropical climate supporting continuous pollen production, Southwest Florida residents battle allergy symptoms year around. “Peak allergy season in Southwest Florida typically occurs year-round with several overlapping peaks,” said Dr. Elvin Mendez, Lee Physician Group, ...

Southwest Florida to feel impact if Haitians lose TPS protection

March 19, 2026 5 min read

For the second time in less than a year, Haitians living in the U.S. are facing possible deportation. Advocacy groups say they should retain Temporary Protection Status as it is still too dangerous for them to return to Haiti. Last July, when it appeared TPS would terminate in September, it ...

Cat of the Week: Heika

March 19, 2026 1 min read

Her name means “Majesty/Empress” in Japanese and it certainly fits this beautiful cat. Her former owner passed away before she came to us. Between her sorrow and age (13 years), she couldn’t handle shelter life and sunk into deep depression. To save her life and help her adapt, we moved ...

Editorial | Actions have consequences

February 13, 2026 4 min read

By School District of Lee County estimates, 3,400 students took part in walkouts last week in protest of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions. The walkouts took place at 13 of the district’s high schools — all but two — and at one middle school in south county. School ...

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