To the editor: After the tragic accident on the 29th of this month, a witness and friend of the victims of the boating crash in Cape Coral is quoted as saying they would like to “turn the tragedy into purpose by creating a water safety training program.” It’s a caring thought in the ...
To the editor: The city council has again asked for input on what to do with the old Cape Coral Country Club. Councilmember Nelson-Lastra commented that out of a city of 220,000 citizens, only 800 answered the call for input. The point is, would the council and city manager listen to the ...
To the editor: Perhaps you feel that if you have no kids that go to school or you never drive in school zone this issue does not concern you, but trust me, this is about how the city is very talented at squeezing dollars from us in petty ways (that amount to a generous profit) all in the name ...
To the editor: The Florida Supreme Court has now asked for dozens more trial judges. This is the judicial version of the “throw-money-at-it approach” that governments typically use to address perceived societal problems. It is fundamentally wrong. Courts exist for the convenience of ...
Throughout December we experience the hustle, bustle and joys of the holiday season. After New Year’s has passed, however, the winter doldrums may set in, even in Florida. So why not brighten your landscape with some winter annuals. The trick is knowing which ones to plant and when. ...
Count us among those who love Thanksgiving. Turkey and stuffing. Mashed potatoes and gravy. All of the sides we grew up anticipating as the tantalizing drift of scents from the kitchen filled the house. Steeped in tradition, basted in symbolism, Thanksgiving is the day we, as a people, ...
