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Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? š¤ (Answer below!)
ā¢ The Best Place For Boomers To Retire In The US Isn't Orlando Or Boston (newsbreak.com) ā New research ranks the Cape CoralāFort Myers area as the top U.S. spot for Baby Boomers to retire, highlighting Fort Myers' beaches, restaurants, and growing 55-plus communities. For locals, it underscores how the region's canals, warm weather, and amenities are drawing more retirees, even as living comfortably here still costs more than state and national averages.
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ā¢ FGCU diver Alexandra Andueza wins big before first home meet in Fort Myers (winknews.com) ā FGCU's swimming and diving team is back competing in its Fort Myers home pool, where standout senior diver Alexandra Andueza is already qualifying for NCAA Zones after sweeping events at the TYR Classic. She credits a simple, focused mindset and strong team support as she eyes a possible fifth year and more big performances for local fans to watch.
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ā¢ Eyes to the skies as fighter jets fly in and out of Southwest Florida International Airport (news-press.com) ā If you've heard roaring engines over Fort Myers, it's likely Israeli-built IAI Kfir fighter jets using Southwest Florida International Airport for U.S. Navy training exercises. Operated by defense contractor ATAC, the jets have been flying in and out this week, drawing onlookers to RSW's public viewing area and adding an unusual military twist to normal commercial traffic.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" ā A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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