The Lee County Fertilizer Ordinance takes effect on June 1. DO MORE BY DOING LESS Doing your part to preserve our water quality is as simple as doing less yardwork! During the rainy summer season, unnecessary fertilizing and improper fertilizer application can result in runoff that sends nutrients meant to feed your lawn into our waterways […]

Often mistaken for dead trees during the winter season, the family of Lagerstroemia, Crape Myrtles, are bursting forth with blooms ranging from white to deep magenta. At Edison and Ford Winter Estates, we have an unusually rare collection of species, as well as some uniquely tropical specimens. The old-world spelling of crape probably originated in […]

June On The Water Warm sunny days with calm seas followed by afternoon thunderstorms is our typical weather pattern for June as summer sets in. Although Southwest Florida is rapidly growing, you notice a big decline of boaters and anglers over the next several months. As far as fishing goes there will be good days […]

This summer, the Alliance for the Arts is inviting young minds ages 3 to 16 to ignite their creativity, explore their passions, and dive into immersive arts experiences with a vibrant lineup of camps designed for every kind of young creator. From theatrical storytelling and hands-on art exploration to high-tech movie production and behind-the-scenes theatre […]

Whether you’re on a daily walk, a visit to the park or in your own backyard, picking up after your pooch is more than just a common courtesy; it’s our duty as good Southwest Florida citizens. Pet owners might pick up their pet’s waste because it’s the right thing to do, but they may not […]

The Stolen Queen The Gulf Harbor Book Club met on April 7, to discuss The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis. There were 38 members in attendance. After each author that we have on Zoom, we always say this was the best book club ever. So when we tell you that this was the best book […]

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades and the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels are teaming up to hit a home run for United Way’s more than 90 partner agencies and over 260 programs. United for a Cause will be held Saturday, May 10 at Hammond Stadium at the Lee Health Sports Complex in Fort Myers. […]

May On The Water May is a month with warm weather, calm seas, and the potential for good fishing. The month brings a host of choices for anglers of all skill levels. This is the time of year that gives anglers the best opportunity to hook into a tarpon, as they move into Southwest Florida […]