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Red Sox volunteer with Habitat for Humanity

As part of its continuing community outreach efforts, more than 50 minor league players, coaches and staff members of the Boston Red Sox recently performed community service for Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Hendry Counties. On Sept. 15, players participated in laying sod at Habitat’s ...

Harry Chapin Food Bank, Mighty Mussels partner to Strike Out Hunger

The Harry Chapin Food Bank, the largest hunger relief organization in Southwest Florida, has teamed up with the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels, the single-A affiliate of the Minnesota Twins, to Strike Out Hunger Saturday, Sept. 9. Half of all ticket sales for the 6 p.m. game will be donated to Harry ...

50th annual City of Palms Classic scheduled for Dec. 18-23 at FSW

The City of Palms Classic, celebrating its 50th year, will be held Dec. 18-23 at the Suncoast Credit Union Arena on the campus of Florida SouthWestern State College in Fort Myers. The tournament's Classic Bracket features Mariner High along with Link Academy, Montverde Academy, Paul VI, Long ...

LCEC’s 27th annual fishing tournament set for Sept. 9

One of LCEC’s largest fundraising events is coming up fast and the power company is looking for anglers to join in the fun. Angler registration is now open for the 27th annual LCEC Fishing Tournament to benefit the United Way. The catch and release tournament will take place on Saturday, ...

LCCTA seeking part-time executive director

The Lee County Community Tennis Association is seeking candidates to apply for the part-time position of executive director. A description of the responsibilities can be downloaded at leecountytennis.com. A letter of interest and resume must be submitted by email to EDSearch@lcctatennis.com ...

Recreational and commercial spiny lobster season opens

The 2023 recreational and commercial spiny lobster season starts Aug. 6 and runs through March 31, 2024. Learn more about bag limits, size limits, where you can harvest and other regulations at My FWC.com/Marine by clicking on “Recreational Regulations” and “Lobster,” which is under ...

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary offers one-day boating safety class Aug. 19

Boating enthusiasts seeking to obtain the state boating safety certificate are encouraged to enroll in a one-day responsible boating class on Saturday, Aug. 19, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The course will be held at the Pine Ridge Community Center, located at 15699 Pine Ridge Road, in Fort Myers, ...