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LARC’s Job-A-Palooza is a Career Fair for Students with Disabilities Event will be held January 18th at Crowne Plaza
FORT MYERS, Fla. (December 13, 2019) – Calling all super heroes! Students, mentors and businesses are wanted! Join LARC (Lee Association for Remarkable Citizens) for the 2nd Annual Job-A-Palooza, the ultimate ‘speed-jobbing’ experience! Job-A-Palooza will be held at Crowne Plaza Fort Myers Bell Tower, 13051 Bell Tower Dr., Fort Myers, FL 33907, on Saturday, January…
FWC approves changes to spotted seatrout rules
At its meeting in Panama City Beach, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved several rule changes for spotted seatrout. Spotted seatrout are one of Florida’s most popular inshore fisheries. Based on the results of a recent stock assessment and after hearing concerns from anglers, FWC worked with stakeholders to create a suite…
Southwest Florida businesses deliver 1,100 toys to Golisano Generous hearts help families at children’s hospital
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Dec. 12, 2019) — Over 1,100 toys sure to bring smiles to precious faces arrived in a caravan of vans and cars at Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida on Dec. 10 thanks to the generous hearts of several Southwest Florida businesses. MY Shower Door / D3 Glass organized a special toy…
FWC Bear Management Plan facts
Bear management facts: Commissioners approved the updated Bear Management Plan, which reflects a comprehensive, science-based approach. FWC staff will continue to focus on reducing human-bear conflicts by promoting the use of bear-resistant trash cans and removing bears that pose a safety threat. There was no proposal to hunt, but it is an important tool in…
Lane snapper closing Dec. 13-31 in Gulf state and federal waters
Lane snapper will close Dec. 13-31 in Gulf of Mexico state waters. This closure is consistent with a similar closure in Gulf federal waters and is being done at the request of federal fishery managers. The closure is a result of information indicating the federal quota has been exceeded. To learn more about the closure,…
FWC honors 2019 Lionfish Challenge winners
At its December meeting in Panama City Beach, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) presented trophies to the first-place winners of the 2019 Lionfish Challenge. The Lionfish Challenge awards participants for their efforts in removing lionfish from Florida waters. Participants who remove the most lionfish are crowned the Recreational Lionfish King or Queen…
Tip-off party set for Culligan City of Palms Classic
Note to Media: The tip-off party is set for the 47th Annual Culligan City of Palms Classic. Sponsors, board members and media are all invited to Bahama Breeze for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres to celebrate the 47th year of this outstanding tournament in Southwest Florida. Another star-filled lineup of teams and players round out the…
Allyn International Donates More Than $4,000 and Over 300 Gifts to Foster Care Advisory Services
Allyn International Donates More Than $4,000 and Over 300 Gifts to Foster Care Advisory Services Allyn International Services makes charitable contribution to children during the holiday season. FORT MYERS, Fla. (December 11, 2019) – Allyn International (Allyn), a local supply chain consulting firm, has donated more than $4,000 and approximately 300 toys with a value…
Edison and Ford Winter Estates and Holiday 4 Heroes volunteers are collecting postcards and sending to soldiers stationed overseas
Media Contact: Lisa Wilson, APR, Public Relations Director 239-334-7419 [email protected] PHOTOS: Visitors are invited to create postcards for overseas military personnel at Edison and Ford Winter Estates. Edison and Ford Winter Estates and Holiday 4 Heroes volunteers are collecting postcards and sending to soldiers stationed overseas FORT MYERS, Fla. (December 9, 2019) -- Edison and Ford Winter Estates is…
The Stress of the Holidays can Drive Higher Relapse Rates
The Stress of the Holidays can Drive Higher Relapse Rates. Some stress factors include financial burdens brought on by the holidays, family conflict, disruption of schedule, emotional stress causes higher than normal relapse rates. ARCHway will receive higher than usual requests for help this Holiday Season. Unfortunately, relapsing can be a normal part…