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Allegiant to West Virginia; Spirit adds Bangor, Frontier to Dallas
June 6, 2024
Allegiant Travel Company on May 30 began seasonal service from Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) to Huntington, West Virginia. This is part of the airline’s latest seasonal expansion in 66 cities across the…
Across the islands: reopenings in Sanibel, Matlacha
June 6, 2024
Some Ian hurricane reopenings from across the Lee County waterfront:
• South Seas on Captiva Island has opened its 12-hole golf walking short course, The Clutch. The walking course is designed by…
SUP Englewood concession now at Don Pedro
June 6, 2024
State Park has offering for kayak and paddleboards
SUP Englewood is the new paddling concession at Don Pedro State Park. The paddling and kayak concession works in partnership with Florida State…
New third grade teacher named for The Island School, Mrs. Kristen Maitland-Shank
June 6, 2024
Mrs. Kristen Maitland-Shank has been selected to serve as the new third-grade teacher for The Island School.
Mrs. Shank is incredibly passionate about teaching and holds a Bachelor of Science in…
Weather week: sunny but slight hope for showers each day
June 6, 2024
A lot of days in the 80s next week
Above, Crissy Ferguson came down to the island for a day from Venice to enjoy some shelling on the beach on Wednesday. Visitors this weekend can expect nice we…
Lee County reviews Community Center this June 18
June 6, 2024
On Tuesday June 18, the Lee Board of County Commissioners will review the overall development agreement between the county and the Friends of the Boca Grande Community Center, regarding improvements…
Hurricane prep with tax holiday ‘til June 14
June 6, 2024
The 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season begins on June 1 and runs until Nov. 30 with the historical peak of activity occurring in September. The Florida Division of Emergency Management urges all Floridi…
County fertilizer bans
June 6, 2024
Lee County Government is reminding homeowners and professional landscapers to stop fertilizing from June 1 to Sept. 30. During this time of year when Southwest Florida sees the most rain, improper a…
Lee Commissioners approve Bonita Beach renourishment with $4 million from state
June 6, 2024
The Lee Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday, June 4 voted to approve an amendment to an agreement with the City of Bonita Springs to expand the scope of Bonita Beach nourishment efforts south t…
Coral Creek raises $15,000 for local scholarships
June 6, 2024
The Coral Creek Club once again partnered with the Folds of Honor to help raise funds for scholarships to spouses and children of fallen or disabled veterans. This year they raised just over $15,000…