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Punxsutawney Phil? Pshaw. Burrowing owl to predict the brrrr

A unique and creative Cape Coral tradition is around the corner, as the city’s bird will once again serve as the prognosticator of weather to come. The burrowing owl will be the center of attention as the Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife and Cape Coral Parks and Recreation Department host ...

Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach VCB Relaunches PureFlorida.com

Championing “Our Best Side is Outside”, the Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor & Convention Bureau is pleased to announce the relaunch of PureFlorida.com. The site features improved UX and a plethora of tools for visitors to explore and plan their trip. Highlights include a direct ...

Area Agency on Aging offering free certified coach training

The Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida is seeking individuals who are interested in leading “Living Healthy” workshops — a program to help people manage their chronic conditions. Training and certification will be provided at no cost with a commitment to lead the workshops for the ...

Camp scholarships available at Edison and Ford Winter Estates

School break and day camps at Edison and Ford Winter Estates offer a unique educational experience for children in grades 1-6. Campers get to invent, design, build, and learn in the same location where famous inventors Thomas Edison and Henry Ford invented some of the world's best-known ...

FWC seeking input on management of goliath grouper

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission wants public input on a final rule proposal that, if approved at the March commission meeting, would allow a limited, highly regulated harvest of goliath grouper in Florida state waters. The proposal includes a special opportunity for ...

Southwest Florida home to historical military sites

news@breezenewspapers.com Southwest Florida is home to rich tapestry of military history that many residents may not be aware of. Two organizations in Lee County are looking to change that. The Cape Coral Museum of History hosted a special military history event on Nov. 9 featuring Gary ...

Lee County operations adjust schedules for Thanksgiving holiday

Most Lee County administrative operations will be closed Thursday, Nov. 25, and Friday, Nov. 26, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Other schedules will be adjusted. The adjustments include: Solid Waste • Thursday, Nov. 25: All county facilities are closed and no garbage, yard ...

Red Cross offers Thanksgiving cooking safety tips

The American Red Cross reported that as Thanksgiving approaches, it is a time to prepare the holiday feast and brush up on home fire safety. Plus, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect communities, planning celebrations may be a little different this year. “This is the time of year ...