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Costs have put health care on life support

To the editor: It may seem wrong to castigate our medical system but people need to be aware of how devastating it is.  There is constant rhetoric from the blue party to spend more money on medical, a system that is now awash in money. Money will only accelerate our out-of-control medical ...

Who is making the city’s park decisions?

To the editor: On April 8 I attended the second public meeting regarding the old golf course. I had also previously attended the first focus group meeting, providing input to the park consultants.  I was very surprised at the April 8 meeting to learn that the public was given ...

Guest Commentary | Meals on Wheels: A lifeline for Southwest Florida seniors

For more than 40 years, Community Cooperative has been a cornerstone of support in Southwest Florida, working to eliminate hunger and homelessness while empowering individuals and families to achieve long-term stability and self-sufficiency through community-driven support. Through a variety ...

Guest Commentary | Just the facts

In this past weekend’s edition of The Breeze, former Cape Coral mayor John Sullivan published a letter to the editor that warrants a response in the interest of accuracy and context. Former Mayor John Sullivan’s recent letter is not only inaccurate — it is reckless. His insinuation ...

Guest Commentary | Students give back and make a difference

For many high school students, community service and volunteering are a school requirement. But for others, volunteering is a deeper passion, rather than just a tick on the graduation checklist. In 2025, I founded Athletes Activating Champions & Empowerment, a nonprofit that provides a ...

The Pied Piper

To the editor: The April 15 council meeting contained a performance by our police chief that would win an Academy Award.  I was so impressed that I couldn’t take my eyes off the screen during his “Razzle Dazzle.” He spoke about alterations to qualify for the state appropriation and ...