Archive for February, 2012

Biomass Energy: Fueling a backlash

Wednesday, February 29th, 2012

Biofuel projects "are essentially science projects at the expense of the taxpayers," says Nick VandenBrekel, CEO of Agrisys, which initially tried to turn algae into fuel but became convinced the process cannot make a profit and cannot compete with petroleum.

Jeepers, leapers, it’s Feb. 29

Wednesday, February 29th, 2012

The PGA Tour's Florida swing kicks off with a very strong field at this week's Honda Classic in... Janice and Bill Martin of Lehigh Acres celebrate his 20th leap day birthday today.

Continuing Coverage: Fired Estero cheer coach to appear on Anderson Cooper

Wednesday, February 29th, 2012

Since Fox 4 began airing Zivich's story, Inside Edition ran a story on her fight with the Lee County School District.

Lawsuit against Bonita Springs dismissed

Wednesday, February 29th, 2012

A lawsuit filed against the city of Bonita Springs over a change to the land development code has been dismissed.

Business briefs & newsmakers

Wednesday, February 29th, 2012

Uhler and Vertich Financial Planners will present 'Social Security Unlocked,' today at Stonewood Grill at 7091 College Parkway, south Fort Myers.

Bonita man accused of trying to rob 2 stores in 2 days

Wednesday, February 29th, 2012

A Bonita Springs man is facing robbery charges after deputies say he tried to rob two Bonita Springs stores in two days.

Guest column: Shining the Light on Lorenzo Walker Institute of Technology

Tuesday, February 28th, 2012

Here's my "Shout-out" to Sam Alfonsi for his Feb. 21 letter that championed "the value of an education in a skilled trade." Right here in Collier County, the Lorenzo Walker Institute of Technology campus offers two career-centered learning environments: a fully accredited high school for students and a highly accredited technical institute for ... (more)

Letter: It’s the law, right?

Tuesday, February 28th, 2012

The city of Bonita Springs incorporated in 2000 and adopted its own comprehensive plan in 2002, which restricted commercial intensity and residential density on Bonita Beach even further than that of the Lee County plan.It wasn't by accident.

Lee County told to punt on impact fees

Tuesday, February 28th, 2012

Proposed impact fee increases for fire rescue for retail and office buildings: Bonita Springs: 9 percent each Estero: 20 percent each Fort Myers Beach: 17 percent retail,18 percent office Iona-McGregor: 17 percent retail, 16 percent office Lehigh Acres: 48 percent each North Fort Myers: 14 percent retail, 13 percent office Sanibel: 6 percent each ... (more)

Dial Complete anti-bacterial soap faces lawsuit

Tuesday, February 28th, 2012

You might use it in your home to protect you and your loved ones against germs, but a WINK News investigation uncovers you may not get what you pay for from one expensive brand of antibacterial soap.