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Disenchantment running rampant

To the editor: Those of us who subscribe to and read the Pine Island Eagle regularly have seen several disgruntled contributions railing against RFK and Make America Healthy Again, vaccines mandated by the government and the importance of those vaccines to children and families. We’ve seen ...

Beacon of Hope teaming with First Light for job fair

To the editor: The Beacon of Hope is pleased to continue its mission of supporting island residents through education and community services. This March, we will host our first job fair with First Light, a homehealth services agency seeking caregivers in our area. This opportunity is ...

Mahjongg Scores

Mahjongg scores from March 5 at the SJCCA. We had 15 players for some March Madness Mahjongg! Jackie, Malloy and Judith Engle tied for first with 140 points. Second place was achieved by Sarah Owens. Mahjongg is played on Thursdays from 1-4 p.m. at the SJCCA at 4th Avenue and Lemon Street. ...

SJCCA Update

The St. James City Civic Association has scheduled the following activities open to all: Wednesday, March 11 • Yoga with Carole: 9-10 a.m. A gentle yoga class for all skill levels, with modifications available. Please bring your own mat. • Little Learners Nature Group 10 ...

Sketchers Schedule

Pine Island Sketchers meets every Tuesday during season from 10 a.m. to noon at a different location each week to draw and paint together outdoors. Bring a chair, art supplies and water. March 3/17 — Chuck Schad residence, 6068 Calusa Ridge Trail, Bokeelia. Drive north on Stringfellow ...

On the Water: Fishing is heating up with warmer days

After a cold winter, we were hoping for warm weather and we sure got it. We transitioned quickly to spring conditions with water temperatures rising into the mid-70s.   Right now is some of the best trout fishing of the year, particularly for big ones. Seatrout over 20 inches ...