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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: We might soon be losing our sharks

To the Editor: Overfishing is driving reef sharks toward extinction, according to new study published today in the peer-reviewed journal, Science. The five main shark species that live on coral...

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Patronis preparing for another storm season

To the Editor: On Wednesday, I was joined by members of Urban Search and Rescue (US&R) Florida Task Force 6 for a Press Conference encouraging Floridians to prepare now before the next Hurricane...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Call for photo entries for Nature of Charlotte calendar contest

To the Editor: Calling all photographers! To highlight Charlotte County’s beautiful natural environment, the theme of our 2024 county calendar will be “The Nature of Charlotte.” Submit your photos...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Lee County Department of Health issues blue-green algae bloom alert

To the Editor: The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in the Caloosahatchee River. The public should exercise...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: How safe is our community?

To the Editor: This vehicle burglary occurred IN BROAD DAYLIGHT on Lime Tree Park in Rotonda. It serves as a crucial reminder about the utmost importance of consistently locking your...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Lee County Commissioners recognize retiring county manager, approve contract for successor

To the Editor: The Lee Board of County Commissioners today recognized retiring County Manager Roger Desjarlais for his 10 years of leadership and approved a contract for Deputy County Manager...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Lemon Bay Conservancy receives grant for Hurricane Ian relief

To the Editor: Lemon Bay Conservancy is pleased to announce it has received a $6,800 grant from the Charlotte Community Foundation. These funds will support replacement of the maintenance shed at...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Increase in accidental 911 calls leads to public plea from CCSO

To the Editor: Charlotte County Emergency Communications Centers are requesting assistance from the public in relation to their cellular devices and 911 accidental calls. Charlotte County has seen...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Keep your generator gassed up, cash on hand … and not just because of hurricanes

To the Editor: As we go about our daily lives, watching our country self-destruct and slouching toward oblivion, there have been concerning developments far away that receive little attention....