Lee County Black History Society and Edison and Ford Winter Estates announce free daytime admission during the month of January to either museum with membership to one of the organizations. “In the spirit of cultural exchange, we encourage the community to explore these museums to get an understanding of the community where we live,” said Autumn Watkins Holloway, executive director […]
New year, new rules for snook fishing
A heads up for Florida anglers: New regulations for snook take place this year for snook in state and federal waters. Beginning Jan. 1, these regulation changes will: ¦ Establish nine snook management regions. ¦ Establish closed seasons as well as bag and slot limits for each management region, which are detailed below. ¦ The new regions are part of […]
Ocean expert featured at Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club meeting
The January meeting of the Sanibel Captiva Shell Club will take place on Sunday, Jan. 14, at the Sanibel Rec Center. The featured speaker will be Edie Widder, Ph.D., the CEO and senior scientist at the Ocean Research & Conservation Association, a not-for-profit organization she helped found in 2005 to help save the ocean that she has spent most of […]
Gala to support shell museum
The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium will hold its annual benefit gala on Saturday, March 16. The Sanibel Captiva Trust Company will be the presenting sponsor. Proceeds of the event will support the final stages of post-hurricane rebuilding and improvements. “The museum and the trust company have a strong bond, having partnered together for two decades,” said Al Hanser, […]
Family sheds light on Alzheimer’s awareness at The Preserve
Alzheimer’s disease affects nearly 6.7 million older Americans. At The Preserve, a senior living community in Fort Myers, nearly 20 residents have a form of dementia, including Alzheimer’s. Ralph Marshall, a resident of The Preserve, and his wife, Maggie Marshall, took the time to share their story to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and its nonlinear path. Ralph, a native […]
Take advantage of healthy programming at the Healthy Life Centers
Each month, Lee Health’s Healthy Life Centers offer a variety of programs and services, yoga, cooking classes and more to inspire healthy habits and enhance wellness. With the start of the new year, I wanted to encourage our neighbors throughout our community to take advantage of the offerings at the Healthy Life Center at Lee Health Coconut Point, as well […]
Doctor gives advice on a healthier lifestyle
Health expert Dr. Michael Greger will speak in Fort Myers and give his advice on aging. Lifestyle Solutions Healthy Planet Inc. announces the upcoming event featuring the renowned physician and best-selling author. Greger is a leading authority in the field of nutrition, preventive medicine and longevity. His book, “How Not to Die,” has become a global phenomenon, inspiring millions to […]
LAMBORGHINI unveils Naples showroom
FLORIDA REMAINS THE SECOND LARGEST MARKET IN THE UNITED STATES AS LAMBORGHINI SALES CONTINUE RECORD-BREAKING GROWTHutomobili Lamborghini has opened its first showroom in Naples, Florida, as the Italian marque continues to deliver record-breaking sales results in 2023. As part of the brand’s continued 60th Anniversary festivities, the grand opening event featured the market premiere of the Revuelto, a V12 hybrid plug-in HPEV (High Performance Electrified Vehicle). This celebratory event in Naples was attended by Automobili […]
All hail Charlie Munger
Fool’s SchoolWarren Buffett’s great friend and business partner Charlie Munger recently died a little short of his 100th birthday. Buffett has said that Munger made him a better investor — via advice such as: “Forget what you know about buying fair businesses at wonderful prices; instead, buy wonderful businesses at fair prices.” Here are more nuggets credited to Munger: • On […]
Humbled
My Dumbest InvestmentI got into the market in the 1990s, during the dot-com bubble. I had no idea of the ups and downs of this rational, efficient market, or that its then-soaring values weren’t normal. I just assumed that I was a natural at this stock market thing. My initial stake of $5,000 multiplied to over $50,000 as everything I invested in […]