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Lee County provides guide to safe lawncare

With spring underway, Lee County is asking homeowners to be aware of best practices for lawn maintenance as the seasons change. From maintaining a desirable appearance to promoting the health of what’s beneath the turf, residents can ensure a healthy yard by following a few simple tips. Fertilize Smart Consult the Lee County UF/IFAS extension for a soil sample to determine the best fertilizer for your lawn. While fertilizer should be avoided during the winter since dormant turf will not absorb its nutrients, fertilizer can be applied once the seasons change while following Lee County’s year-round fertilizer regulations: · Sweep up spilled fertilizer granules. · ...

'Catch the Vision' packs the house

The latest and greatest in future and ongoing Cape Coral projects were all laid out Monday night as part of an annual program.  The 14th annual “Catch the Vision” took place at First Cape Church, where project experts and public safety and health officials updated attendees on what they ...

ICE agents deployed to RSW

Southwest Florida International Airport is the only airport in the state where U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have been deployed, the Lee County Port Authority Board’s chair said Tuesday. The ICE initiative began Monday, Chairman and County Commissioner Cecil Pendergrass ...

Former ambassador analyzes, calls out attack on Iran

Perhaps the administration thought the United States would be treated by the Iranian people as conquering heroes. That there would be parades in the streets for them as Americans came through the center of town. Maybe the administration thought Iran would simply cave without a struggle or ...

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Southwest Florida to feel impact if Haitians lose TPS protection

For the second time in less than a year, Haitians living in the U.S. are facing possible deportation. Advocacy groups say they should retain Temporary Protection Status as it is still too dangerous for them to return to Haiti. Last July, when it appeared TPS would terminate in September, it ...

Allergy season in Southwest Florida? It’s pretty much all year round

With Florida’s subtropical climate supporting continuous pollen production, Southwest Florida residents battle allergy symptoms year around. “Peak allergy season in Southwest Florida typically occurs year-round with several overlapping peaks,” said Dr. Elvin Mendez, Lee Physician Group, ...

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Prep Sports Report 3-26-26

Wednesday BEACH VOLLEYBALL Bishop Verot 3, Mariner 2: The Vikings (8-3) won their fifth match in a row. Ava Lin, Camryn Hedge, Caroline Hathaway, Chase Hathaway, Jane Marson and Laney Schmidt teamed up for Verot's three wins. Mariner slipped to 4-4. BASEBALL Oasis 6, Gateway Charter 4: The ...

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