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Correction: CRA Strategic Workshop July 21-22, 2022
Date Correction: CRA Strategic Workshop July 21 & 22, 2022 Save the Date: CRA Strategic Workshop July 21 & 22 Mark your calendars! The CRA is holding a strategic planning workshop on Thursday and Friday, July 21 & 22 at Riverside Community Center. These day-long sessions will explore the best options for the CRA's redevelopment…
When releasing reef fish, using the right tool with the right technique makes a difference
June 23, 2022How to treat barotrauma educational video: https://youtu.be/8wDsrzlh83IWhen releasing reef fish, using the right tool with the right technique makes a difference If you’re fishing for reef fish this season, be sure to look for signs of barotrauma and be prepared to act. Barotrauma, or injuries caused by pressure changes, occur when fish are…
Heather Ivy stars in A Night at the Tony's
A Night at the Tony'sJuly 23 | 7:30 PMBarbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall Internationally acclaimed soprano Heather Ivy has made a career performing Broadway, Opera and Pop favorites with her versatility and genuine warmth. Her professional career began with the International Tour of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Other Broadway productions include The Producers,…
Iron Ridge Insurance Services named ‘Best Small Business of the Year’
Iron Ridge Insurance Services named ‘Best Small Business of the Year’ SWFL Inc. awards company for its impact on the region FORT MYERS, Fla. (June 22, 2022) – Iron Ridge Insurance Services was recognized as the 2022 Small Business of the Year by SWFL Inc. The Small Business of the Year Award celebrates a Lee, Collier,…
Fort Myers CRA Board of Commissioners Meeting Notice
The Fort Myers CRABoard of Commissioners will hold their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, June 22nd from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Please contact the CRA Office for assistance if needed. Phone: (239) 321-7100Email: [email protected] We hope to see you there.Thank you!
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces 2022 Florida Python Challenge®
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces 2022 Florida Python Challenge® MIAMI — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that registration for the 2022 Florida Python Challenge® has opened and the annual 10-day event will be held August 5-14, 2022. Members of the public are now able to take the required online training and register to compete to win thousands of dollars…
Help us better the impact of arts in our community
The arts bring us inspiration and joy, and make our community a beautiful place to live and work. But the arts do so much more! In fact, communities are investing in an industry that supports jobs, generates government revenue, and is the cornerstone of tourism. Help us better the impact of arts in our community…
FROM THE DESK OF SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO: “GEEK SQUAD SUBSCRIPTION RENEWAL” SCAM
In a recent meeting with our Economic Crimes Unit, I was informed of yet another scam that appears to be circulating. As is always the case, I am grateful to have these brought to my attention. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office Economic Crimes Unit has received calls regarding scammers, once again attempting to obtain personal…
Second tagged bass caught for TrophyCatch’s 10-Tag Celebration! Eight remain swimming across the state
Second tagged bass caught for TrophyCatch’s 10-Tag Celebration! Eight remain swimming across the state The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) TrophyCatch 10-Tag Celebration continues with big fish worth big prizes! The second tagged bass was caught on Newnans Lake on June 11 by RJ Crawford, an angler from High Springs. Crawford was taking…
Celebrate 75 Years of Broadway Hits
A Night at the Tony'sJuly 23 | 7:30 PMBarbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall The Gulf Coast Symphony congratulates all the winners of the 75th Tony Awards! In honor of the return of the Tony Award's, the Gulf Coast Symphony opens its summer pops season with a tribute to the best of the Tony's, celebrating…