Hi there, Bonita Springs! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Which Bonita Springs school leaders are changing roles this year?
- What did this Bonita Springs candidate fail to answer on tape?
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny and humid, with a high of 94 and low of 79 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 92, low: 79.
- Thursday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 91 and low of 78 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Who are the new principals in Lee County schools this year? (naplesnews.com) — Several Lee County schools are welcoming new principals and assistant principals this year, including leaders with experience at Bonita Springs Elementary, Bonita Springs Middle Center for the Arts, and Bonita Springs High. The article outlines who's moving where, their backgrounds, and how they'll shape campuses across the district.
• Catalina Lauf criticized after audio reveals lack of local knowledge ahead of election (gulfcoastnewsnow.com) — A congressional candidate who recently moved to Bonita Springs is facing criticism after struggling to answer basic questions about local officials and districts during a BUPAC meeting in the city. The recording has sparked debate over preparedness, transparency, and expectations for those seeking to represent Southwest Florida voters.
📸 Around Bonita Springs
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Bonita Springs
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Other local events
Wednesday August 19 - City Council Meeting
City of Bonita Springs City Council Chambers, 9101 Bonita Beach Road
9:00 am - Bay Oaks Recreational Campus Advisory Board (BORCAB) 12:00 PM →
Town of Fort Myers Beach - Town Hall - Council Chambers 6231 Estero Boulevard Fort Myers B
12:00 pm Thursday August 20 - Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Hearings →
Town of Fort Myers Beach - Town Hall - Council Chambers 6231 Estero Boulevard Fort Myers B
9:00 am - Island Matinee
Fort Myers Beach Public Library 2755 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931, USA
1:00 pm Friday August 21 - Kids Island Cinema
Fort Myers Beach Public Library 2755 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931, USA
1:00 pm Monday August 24 - Anchorage Advisory Committee (AAC) 9:00 AM →
Town of Fort Myers Beach - Town Hall - Council Chambers 6231 Estero Boulevard Fort Myers B
9:00 am
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🗓 Events Nearby
Tuesday August 18 - Planning & Zoning Board Meeting
City of Bonita Springs City Hall Council Chambers, 9101 Bonita Beach Rd., SE, Bonita S
9:00 am - Outreach Advisory Committee (Tentative)
City of Bonita Springs 9101 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Bonita Springs, FL 34135
10:58 am - Boys and Girls Basketball Tryouts
Three Oaks Middle School Three Oaks Middle Gym
4:30 pm Wednesday August 19 - City Council Meeting
City of Bonita Springs City Council Chambers, 9101 Bonita Beach Road
9:00 am Thursday August 20 - Girls Basketball Tryouts
Three Oaks Middle School Three Oaks Middle Gym
4:30 pm
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Assortment of Adorables - Throughout the day were brief visits of our little friends and our caution.
The young blue jay was thoughtfully foraging in the grass and getting quite the tail wind while perched high on a limb. There is a new addition to… (Nextdoor San Remo at Palmira) - Hello!
I'm in Bonita Springs and I'm looking for someone to do a soft wash on my tile roof. Looking for recommendations and pricing if any of you have… (Nextdoor Palmira Country Club)
- Discovery Village Bonita Springs posted a job opening for Housekeeping in Bonita Springs. Apply here.
- Synergy Global Systems posted a job opening for Greeter/Admin in Bonita Springs. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bonita Springs here.
🗞 Nearby News
Estero
- Last minute SW Florida voters guide: What to know about Tuesday's primary election (news-press.com)
- Truck fire along I-75 near Estero causes traffic to back up (news-press.com)
- Everblades Agree to Terms with Defenseman Cole Moberg (oursportscentral.com)
Fort Myers Beach
Fort Myers
- Child, 10, Hospitalized After Suspected Fentanyl Overdose At FL Hotel: Sheriff (patch.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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