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Heart’n Soul Hospice seeks volunteer help

Heart’n Soul Hospice is looking for volunteers who want to spend 1-2 hours per with its patients. Volunteers are a valued and integral part of the hospice program. They work with patients and their families as they cope with the challenges that come with having a terminal illness. Hospice volunteers have direct patient contact and can also provide administrative support. The next volunteer training classes are scheduled for the Heart’n Soul office in Fort Myers. Some of the training will be virtual. Interested candidates should call (239) 507-9030 to register for the next volunteer training.

County urges residents to be ‘flood aware’ before the height of hurricane season

Lee County Government is encouraging homeowners to be “flood aware” before the height of the 2026 hurricane season to reduce their flood risk in Southwest Florida. Lee County urges residents to: • Know your hazard: Lee County has experienced severe weather in the past with extreme rainfall and tropical systems resulting in flooding in low-lying, coastal and riverine areas. This flooding has caused damage and flood losses to homes and buildings in all areas, whether they are high-risk special flood hazard areas or low- to moderate-risk flood zones. It is important for residents to know their flood hazard. • Buy flood insurance: Lee County is a voluntary participant in the ...

School District to hold Transportation Job Fair Thursday

The School District of Lee County is a Transportation Job Fair Thursday, July 23, welcoming Southwest Florida job seekers interested in positions as school bus operators and mechanics. The event will take place from 4-6 p.m. at The School District of Lee County, 2855 Colonial Blvd., in Fort ...

August programs 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 DIY Sand Art & Rock Painting 2 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 1 Create coastal sand art that’s perfect for decorating your ...

Luehrman receives degree from Quinnipiac University

HAMDEN, Conn. – The following student received a degree from Quinnipiac University during commencement ceremonies held in May: Alexandra Luehrman of St. James City, juris doctor. Quinnipiac, a private, coeducational institution, enrolls 9,700 students in more than 100 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing and Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts & Sciences. For additional information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook and Instagram and follow Quinnipiac on X @QuinnipiacU.

SWFL News

ARC hosts annual Casino Night fundraiser

It was a night where the real big winners were our four-legged friends. Animal lovers donned their evening best for one of the most glamorous nights of the year in Southwest Florida as the Animal Refuge Center hosted its 14th annual Casino Royale 007 fundraiser on Saturday at the Hyatt ...

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American Legion District 13 accepting donations for July Teddy Bear Run

American Legion District 13, which serves veterans and their families across Southwest Florida, covering Charlotte, Collier, Glades, Hendry, and Lee counties, is collecting teddy bears for the Christmas in July Teddy Bear Run to benefit the children at Golisano Children’s Hospital. The run ...

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Bridge Beat

Bridge is played at 12:30 p.m. every Wednesday at the Fishers of Men Lutheran Church, 10360 Stringfellow Road, St. James City.  Anyone wishing to play is welcome and does not need a partner.  It costs $3 to play, some of which goes back to the winners of the game. Winners on July 15:  ...

Editorials

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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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