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American Hibiscus Society Plant Sale
The James E. Hendry Chapter of the American Hibiscus Society will participate in the Tropical Plant Sale at Rotary Park in Cape Coral, FL on Saturday, October 19, 2024. 200 Hybrid Tropical Hibiscus plants in 20 varieties will be available for sale. Since these plants...
How Does LCEC Prepare For Storm Season?
By Karen Ryan, APR, CPRC– LCEC Public Relations Director Long before storm season,utilities develop response plans and options to mitigate damage and recover from destruction as quickly as possible. Experience from past storms helps LCEC in the planning...
August On The Water
By Capt. Bill Russell Fishing or boating in Southwest Florida in August means dealing with hot days and thunderstorms. Fishing can be good, and often without much competition, if you plan your day to take advantage of conditions. If you just want to have fun and a...
Beat The Heat And Prevent A Shocking Energy Bill
By Karen Ryan, APR, CPRC – LCEC Public Relations Director When the heat of summer causes Southwest Florida residents to turn their air conditioners to cooler settings, electric bills begin to rise. In warmer temperatures, home cooling systems must work that...
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Wreaths Across America
REMEMBER The Fallen … HONOR Those Who Serve … TEACH Our Children
The Value Of Freedom Morrill Worcester,owner of Worcester Wreath Company of Harrington, Maine, was a 12-year-oldpaper boy when he won a trip to Washington, D.C. It was his first to our nation’s capital and one that would change the trajectory of his life and the lives of millions of others across the country. Seeing the hundreds of thousands of graves and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery made an especially indelible impression on him. It was to be an experience that would follow him throughout his life and successful career, reminding him that his good fortune was due, in large part, to the values of his nation and the veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
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Surviving The Storm:
Two Years After Hurricane Ian…
When it begins to rain and thunder, Angelika Geerlof’s heart begins to pound. Surviving Hurricane Ian with her son and two dogs at home on Sanibel Island could do that to a person. “I have nightmares when it storms. I have heart palpitations and often wake up trembling,” Angelika said. “Almost everyone that I personally know that stayed during the storm are suffering the same exact symptoms as my son Kristopher and I do.”
It wasn’t always that way for Angelika.
But coping with loss is something she knows a little about even before her move to the island in 2010.
Empower Adventures For The Entire Family!
It’s been years since I had been ziplining. But as my nerves started to kick in on the drive to Empower Adventures zipline course in the peaceful Mobbly Bayou Wilderness Preserve at the north end of Old Tampa Bay, I kept explaining to my kids that it is like riding a...
Teaching kids peaceful coexistence with nature through unique vacation experiences
In today's fast-paced world, where technology often takes center stage, it's becoming increasingly important to instill in our children a deep appreciation for nature and the environment. Vacation experiences can serve as powerful educational tools, instilling in...
Holiday 4 Heroes
Who Are We? Holiday4Heroes was founded in 2007 by Jonette Kessack, who owned a postage and wine store. This grassroots effort was started to fill a need to provide comfort and care to our deployed men and women all over the world. We are a group of team members,...
Brotherhood Of Heroes Resource Center And Museum
This museum is a physical chronicle of transformative moments in our nation’s history. It features exhibits from the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, World War I and II, the Korean and Vietnam Wars, the Gulf Wars and wars in Iran, Iraq and Afghanistan. There is a tribute...
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