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Good morning Matlacha! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a former Matlacha Hookers leader is reshaping St. James City's hub
  • Could new county rules silence Matlacha's voice on future development?

Also on today's calendar: The NewKollections and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid; a p.m. t-storm or two, with a high of 91 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Humid; a p.m. t-storm or two, temps: high: 89, low: 75.
  • Saturday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, with a high of 88 and low of 76 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• SJCCA celebrates new president (pineisland-eagle.com) — A former president of the Matlacha Hookers is now leading the St. James City Civic Association, working to keep membership fees low and activities accessible for nearby residents. She's focused on making the civic center a social lifeline, especially for retirees and widows, with concerts, classes, and event rentals that help keep the facility financially sustainable.
   

• Resource created on proposed Plan, LDC changes (pineisland-eagle.com) — Matlacha residents are being urged to review major proposed changes to Lee County's Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Code that could weaken community plans and reduce local input on development. A new website, LeeCommunities.com, created by a coalition including the Matlacha Civic Association, offers side‑by‑side comparisons, talking points, and contacts so locals can weigh in before commissioners meet Oct. 7.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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