By SYLVIA SWARTZ news@breezenewspapers.com Establishing and using an herb garden is one of the most rewarding additions to any home because not only does it combine beauty, practicality, and sustainability in a small, manageable space, it can also supply major health benefits. Whether ...
United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades is calling on the community to help close a $1.6 million funding gap in this year’s campaign so the agency can provide continued support for critical programs and services. “For nearly 70 years, our community has come together through United Way’s ...
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners voted today to oppose the homestead property tax exemption proposal of Gov. Ron DeSantis that is currently in front of the state legislature, unless the revenue losses for local governments can be replaced with "stable, recurring replacement funding sources." The county projects that the bill could cause a property tax revenue loss of $129.7 million in next year's budget and a $240.8 million loss in the 2028-29 budget. The proposal from Gov. Ron DeSantis to amend the state Constitution would raise the current property tax exemption for ...
Lee County reminds homeowners and landscapers to stop the use of fertilizers beginning June 1 through Sept. 30. During the rainy season, fertilizers containing nitrogen or phosphorus may not be applied to turf and/or landscape plants in unincorporated Lee County. The Lee Board of County ...
Mary Lou Sharpe was a lifetime resident of Florida and grew up on Pine Island/Matlacha. On April 13, 2024, Sharpe, her loving partner Butch Gay and three others were victims of a horrible traffic accident while sitting outside That BBQ Place in Matlacha. Sadly, Sharpe lost her life in the ...
The beach bird nesting season has begun along Florida’s coasts. Spring and summer mark critical times of year for these vulnerable species, as they must avoid human disturbance, storms, and predators to raise their babies successfully. Sea and shorebirds lay their eggs right on the sand. ...
