5th grader Angel Guerrero Tovar with his Piggy Bank made with a large liquid container and water bottle caps. PHOTO PROVIDED Young change-makers at Pine Island Elementary School celebrated Earth Day ...

Pine Islanders are invited to the May 6 meeting of the Greater Pine Island Civic Association, where speakers will focus on Lee County wastewater management and parking for the Blue Dog restaurant in ...

Due to the unprecedented inflation over the last five years caused by COVID-19 lockdowns, supply chain disturbances and insurance increases due to Hurricanes Ian, Helen, and Milton, the Greater Pine ...

With funds derived from the 2025 Garden Gala, the Pine Island Garden Club has tendered combined donations of $14,000 to four local benevolent organizations. Club President Marty Kendall, far left, is ...

As I look at the creative artwork painted on numerous utility poles along Stringfellow Road, I am impressed by the community-minded, thoughtful and caring people who have given these gifts to enhance ...

Several dedicated volunteers from FloridaRightToCleanWater.org enjoyed Easter Sunday at the Calusa Land Trust fundraiser in St. James City. They dedicated their time to gather much-needed petition ...

Ila Valcarcel said she would describe herself as a mother of four who has been a Pine Islander for 30 years helping run her family’s business. “I’m also an aspiring artist,” she admitted. When her ...

We are proud and honored to announce that the Island Luau, held on Sunday, March 2, at the St James City Civic Center, was a great success. The response from the Pine Island Community is always ...

Do you like being part of the nanny state? In recent years, the state government has taken away the ability of local governments to control their own futures. The state through last year’s sprawl law ...

Very quietly our Florida legislators are destroying average citizens’ right to petition their government, a fundamental right that allows citizens to peacefully ask for their grievances and concerns ...

May is a month with warm weather, calm seas and the potential for good fishing. The month brings a host of choices for anglers of all skill levels. This is the time of year that gives anglers the best ...

Fishers of Men Lutheran Church invites the public to a springtime Saturday of fellowship and refreshments at its Church High Tea. The event is a wonderful opportunity to connect, relax and enjoy each ...