As we all bemoan the price of gas adding costs to our long weekend, let us remember, if only for a moment, the real price paid this year ahead of the Monday holiday: The families of at least 13 American troops have joined the ranks of Gold Star families. These 13 men and women — sons and ...
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Col. Brandon L. Bowman released an op-ed in February 2026 that stated: “Florida’s water story in 2025 was one of progress, partnership and a shared commitment to responsible stewardship.” It went on to state: “Our mission is shared. Our success is ...
To the editor: The scenario from the Lee County School Board and superintendent for the past three years has been teacher shortages, use of uncertified teachers, teacher recruitment etc. Suddenly we have teacher layoffs, a 1,940 loss in student population which was blamed mostly on students ...
To the editor: On Sunday, May 17, what has been reported as a tornado occurred in Cape Coral. No watch or warning was issued! Is the system broken? Well readers, we have no severe weather sirens in Lee County. From WUSF, Sept. 21 ,2025: “Most communities do not have active tornado sirens, ...
To to the editor: Cape Coral voters deserve consistency from their elected leaders, especially when it comes to accountability and respect for the will of the people. In January 2024, Florida State Rep. Mike Giallombardo publicly condemned the City of Cape Coral’s controversial ...
To the editor: “Leadership grounded in civility” sounds great in a newspaper quote. But civility without accountability is just polished avoidance. Residents are not upset because people are “emotional.” Residents are upset because many feel ignored while being handed rising costs, ...
