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Kids can walk in the waters of Six Mile Cypress Slough

Looking for a truly unique family outing? Children ages 8 and up have a chance Saturday, Aug. 30 to walk in the slowly moving waters of Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve in Fort Myers. The nonprofit Friends of the Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve will hold two Family Wet Walks that day, from 9 ...

Daytime lane closures at State Road 739 over the Edison Bridge

Motorists should expect daytime lane closures on northbound SR 739 over the Edison Bridge between 6 a.m. and 3 p.m. beginning today, Aug. 11. Work is anticipated to last approximately two weeks. Crews will be performing maintenance work. Motorists should be cautious and expect delays when ...

News From Around the Region

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Bacon Fest | Popular pub crawl returns to the South Cape next Saturday

A South Cape tradition sure to bring some sizzle returns next weekend for its 11th installment, highlighting a top tier breakfast food with a passionate fan base. The South Cape Hospitality & Entertainment Association’s Bacon Fest Pub Crawl hits the South Cape next Saturday night where ...

The Spinners bring their iconic hits to Seminole Casino Hotel Jan. 9

Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee welcomes R&B legends The Spinners live in concert Friday, Jan. 9 with doors opening at 7 p.m. and the show beginning at 8 p.m. Tickets will be available Friday, Aug. 22 from Ticketmaster or at moreinparadise.com. Fans can access the venue presale Thursday, ...

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District One Districtwide Roadwatch Report for Aug. 24-30

BARTOW, Fla. – This weekly report is prepared by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to inform the public about upcoming road work in Southwest Florida. Below are the work schedule and lane closure locations for major state road projects. Motorists are reminded to wear safety ...

Local Sports & Recreation

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Museum of the Islands featuring golf exhibit

The Museum of the Islands on Pine Island has a new exhibit that displays golf artifacts, including antique “Plus fours” (golf knickers) and original vintage postcards of Useppa Island, Boca Grande and Havana Country Club golf courses. Also on display are 100-year-old antique signature ...

Local Columns

the pulse | Safety & Security Tip: Operation Medicine Cabinet

Many are unaware of the fact that a significant percentage of individuals that are abusing prescription opiates obtain these drugs from their own homes, the homes of family members and/or the homes of friends. In the United States, in 2023, approximately 8.6 million individuals reported ...

Is the deportation of alleged Venezuelans to a “terrorism confinement center” in El Salvador without legal review an issue that gives you cause for concern?

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