To the editor: I have a passion and a small insight into the current state of education in Lee County. I focus on academic achievement and community engagement and this is vital for fostering the education environment. The school district maintains a B rating in the school rankings and ...
To the editor: Lee County School Administration continues to face criticism for not adequately representing its community, particularly concerning the promotion of qualified candidates of color. There are concerns that the current Superintendent changed hiring protocols, which appeared fair, ...
To the editor: I’ve recently come back from Ukraine where I witnessed Russia’s destruction and strikes in the cities where I spent most of my time, in Kyiv and in the Odessa region. And now that I’m back, in light of the upcoming meeting between Trump and Putin, I have a few ...
If you’ve been outside lately and felt like you were sitting in a sauna, you’re not alone. The sun is working overtime, and Southwest Florida’s summer heat is giving new meaning to the phrase “hot enough to fry an egg on the asphalt.” While the temps are reaching record highs, ...
As the 2025–2026 school year begins, Lee County School District is celebrating one of the most successful openings in recent memory — marked by fully staffed classrooms, improved transportation, and new policies designed to enhance student learning and well-being. Certified teachers in ...
To the editor: Self disclosure: I am not a touchy feely guy. I subscribe to no man-controlled organized religion. In fact, I generally dislike people and prefer to spend time with my dog. But I do have a soft spot for kids and animals and, as a dad and grandad, the immoral and evil abuse ...
