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School District audit does not show any major concerns

The limited scope audit conducted by Lee County Clerk and Comptroller Kevin Karnes for the Lee County School Board did not reveal any major problems. Karnes said the suggestions and recommendations that they made to the board were relatively normal and expected. “I didn’t have anything ...

Biergarten Fest this weekend at German American Social Club

The German American Social Club of Cape Coral is opening its Bavarian Gardens to replicate the fun of Oktoberfest and to celebrate its German heritage this weekend Feb. 15-16. After the huge success of its 39th Oktoberfest last year, the club members cannot wait to celebrate good times and ...

Southwest Florida Fine Craft Guild ‘Expressions’ exhibit opens

The Southwest Florida Fine Craft Guild will present its annual exhibit for 2025, “Expressions,” a captivating exhibition showcasing the fusion of traditional and contemporary fine craft, now until Feb. 27 at the Cape Coral Art Center at 4533 Coronado Parkway. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., ...

Lee County Community Band to present ‘Timeless Broadway’ on Jan. 12

The legendary Lee County Community Band will present Timeless Broadway, a lively, fun-filled, free concert on Jan. 12, at 3 p.m. at Mariner High School, 701 Chiquita Blvd. N, Cape Coral. The program includes Best Broadway Marches; Rock, Roll and Remember, a tribute to Dick Clark; Highlights ...

Longtime Fort Myers Beach restaurant to close Jan. 5

Bonita Bill’s Waterfront Cafe, a hallmark on Fort Myers Beach for decades, will close on Sunday, Jan. 5. A fundraiser will be held at the restaurant on Saturday, Jan. 4, and Sunday, Jan. 5, to support the staff at the waterfront restaurant on San Carlos Island run which was run for more ...

Homeless Service Day and Veteran Stand Down Jan. 25 at Next Level Church

The Lee County Homeless Coalition and the Lee County Continuum of Care will be holding their Homeless Service Day and Veteran Stand Down Saturday, Jan. 25, at Next Level Church at 3637 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., in Fort Myers. The opening ceremony will begin at 8:45 a.m. Volunteers ...

Intro to Florida Gardening classes offered at Edison and Ford Winter Estates

Throughout the year, Edison and Ford Winter Estates offers numerous gardening programs for adults, including classes, garden talks, and plant sales. On Jan. 21, new Florida residents and anyone new to gardening in Florida will have an opportunity to learn how to be a successful gardener in the ...