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Alva Doctor Reappointed By Governor
Chief Medical Examiner ALVA, FL. -- Florida Governor Charlie Crist this week announced the reappointment of Rebecca A. Hamilton, 43, of Alva, as chief medical examiner for District 21 in Southwest Florida.
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New Lee schools built with the Earth in mind
The faucets shut off automatically, and the toilets flush less water. The motion-sensored lights turn on when students walk into their classrooms and turn off after they leave.
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Deputies investigate school arson
ALVA: Someone pushed 16 bottle rockets through a door at River Hall Elementary School over the holiday weekend, according to Lee County deputies.
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Traffic enforcement update for Tues.....
The Lee County Sheriff's Office Traffic Unit will target at least one of the following three locations for enforcement Tuesday, Dec.
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Developers in east Lee County in a pinch
Lee County's recent decision to buy more than 1,700 acres of ranch land could help prevent major development in one of the county's last rural areas.
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Old house, new life
Anyone familiar with great love stories knows about great obstacles. Though the lovers are destined to be together, getting there can take a lot of patience and persistence.
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Do the Right Thing Award winners
Each month throughout the 2008-09 school year, the Lee County Sheriff's Office honors the good deeds of students through Do the Right Thing Student Recognition Program.
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$24 million may save Alva ranch
Lee County plans to spend almost $24 million to buy more than 1,700 acres of ranch land along County Road 78 - the fourth-biggest conservation purchase in county history.
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Off-road cyclists to compete here
A few years ago the bike trails at the Caloosahatchee Regional Park in Alva were a secluded getaway, known to only a few Southwest Florida off-road cycling insiders.
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State Rep. Kreegel eyes health chair in third go-round
Paige Kreegel is headed back to the Legislature for his third two-year term and possible chairmanship of the House health or energy committee.
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School Page: Collier higher education briefs for Nov. 2, 2008
Edison State College Charlotte County Campus President Patricia Land expanded her role as campus president to include the Hendry/Glades Center at Edison State College.
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Calusa Blueway fest a paddler's paradise
Cape Coral's Lynette Brown celebrates her love of paddling each week all year long, and she will share that love with the kayakers from around the country at the third annual Great Calusa Blueway Paddling ...
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River Hall Elementary to host annual fall festival
River Hall Elementary will host its annual fall festival Thursday. The event provides students and family members with an evening of fun and games, with proceeds benefiting each grade level and the Parent ...
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Pat Land - English Teacher To Campus President
Dr. Land Joins Hendry/Glades Center LABELLE, FL. -- Dr. Patricia Land expands her role as Campus President to include the Hendry/Glades Center at Edison State College.
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Nurse, doctor face off for seat in State House District 72
The next state House District 72 representative will bring a professional's insight to bear when medical issues come before the Legislature.
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17-Ton Crane Reportedly Stolen from Florida Construction Site
Thieves attempted to make off with a 17-ton crane and a large excavator from two separate construction sites in two different Lee County cities.
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Editorial: Study housing density request
Areas where residents and visitors can still enjoy a rural atmosphere and freedom from congestion are at a premium in Lee County, despite the slowdown in growth.
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Top honor goes to Alva couple
A couple who dropped everything to drive a grieving and injured visitor home to her family out of state won top honors Wednesday at the Elaine McLaughlin Outstanding Hospitality Service Awards.
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Lee County thieves lift another crane, this one 17 tons
The thick, muddy tire tracks triggered a sort of deja vu for Lee County sheriff's deputies.
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17-ton crane stolen, suspects sought
LEE COUNTY: A 17-ton crane was stolen from the Florida Department of Transportation Alva Depot in Fort Myers and deputies are still searching for a suspect in the crime.
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