Lee County Solid Waste to begin seasonal adjustments to collection schedule
True Blue Pools — back in action
Pine Island Travel Club to meet Thursday at Fishers of Men Lutheran Church
Travel enthusiasts are invited to mark their calendars as the Pine Island Travel Club announces its upcoming 2026 meeting schedule, featuring exciting cruise line presentations and destination insights throughout the year. The club meets on the fourth Thursday of each month at 6 p.m., unless otherwise noted, at Fisher of Men’s Lutheran Church on Pine Island. Meetings are open to the public and offer a welcoming environment for both seasoned travelers and those just beginning to explore their travel options. Several meetings in 2026 will feature special guest cruise line presentations, giving attendees the opportunity to learn firsthand about different cruise experiences and ...
County Commission approves construction of three new pickleball courts and related amenities at Phillips Park on Pine Island
The Lee Board of County Commis-sioners continued its commitment to Parks & Recreation facilities recently with a vote to construct three new pickleball courts and amenities at Phillips Park, 5675 Sesame Drive, Bokeelia. The vote approved an amendment to the Construction Manager Services Agreement with Stultz Inc. to construct the new courts, benches, sidewalks, landscaping, fencing, and one ADA-accessible parking space at the park for a price not to exceed $616,199.30. In addition to restoring facilities damaged by hurricanes, including Lynn Hall Memorial Park, Matlacha Community Park and Causeway Islands Park, the board has supported expanding pickleball facilities. Phillips ...
Friends of the Pine Island Library finish celebration of Gopher Tortoise month
The Friends of Pine Island Library finished off their celebration of Gopher Tortoise month by giving each child at the Pine Island Library Story Time a copy of “At Home with the Gopher Tortoise: The Story of a Keystone Species.” Friends Board Director Kelsey Dexter was there to distribute ...
American Legion offering scholarships for graduating students
As in the past, American Legion Post 136 will be offering scholarships to students graduating from high school and attending college or university, accredited programs such as nursing school, technical or trade school an opportunity to continuing education. Scholarship applications are available for pick-up at the Post for students who have attended Pine Island Elementary, are a member of the American Legion or have an immediate family member who is a member of the Legion. All applications must be post marked by the May 16, 2026. Please contact Ed Mitchell at (239) 246-7634 if you would like us to send you a copy online. American Legion Post 136 is at located 4106 Stringfellow ...
America 250: Voices of Valor
As part of the Breeze Newspapers' America 250 initiative, a special project dedicated to the United States of America’s 250th anniversary, we will feature veterans who will share what our county means to them on this milestone anniversary. We thank our featured veterans for their service and ...
