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Cape Coral will be a construction zone for the next few years. The project to extend city utilities will cost almost $270 million - and you're helping pay for it.

Link to full story: https://t.co/Iv6tZsCipv

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It's been two months since the Ft. Myers Code Enforcement Board demanded the owners of Jones Walker to make changes.

https://t.co/5oEiPjeiv0

[The Associated Press @AP]

Among #10Things to Know: Washington to pay respects, bid farewell to George HW Bush; US-China trade cease fire does little to narrow differences; UN chief issues dramatic climate appeal to world leaders. https://t.co/XtdIRLZ1qL

[Rebecca Swift @rebeccareports]

Klaus is a snuggly little puppy! He’s one of more than five thousand animals in need of a forever home in Lee County - according to domestic animal service reps. Klaus hopes to get noticed tomorrow - for National Mutt Day! #nationalmuttday #freeadoptions #leecounty @helloswfl

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Got plans this weekend?
Don't worry, we've got some ideas for you:
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Despite businesses shutting down in Fort Myers Beach and millions of dollars lost due to red tide this summer, a new BBQ spot has opened up:
https://t.co/R1yQUIuRzS

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Parents in Charlotte County are concerned about the safety of their children at school. Hundreds of them have signed a petition about it:
https://t.co/FjCOLdEmi5

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Fort Myers is helping two city-owned golf courses with funding:
https://t.co/oroQ2DCSke

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Brown Friday...aka the 'Busiest day for Plumbers.' Cooking oil, onion skins, and coffee grounds are just a few things that clog garbage disposals the day after Thanksgiving.

https://t.co/zSJl5fjiSn

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These volunteers help keep the Cape Coral community safe:
https://t.co/KwwxQdM7qQ

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Dive in with Santa Claus!
Here are events and activities going on around #SWFL this weekend:
https://t.co/tZsVSryHpx

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These two women have carried tradition to their pie shop in LaBelle.
Here's their story:
https://t.co/j9IIIYYGvO

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Blue-green algae has been spotted around Alva and North Fort Myers:
https://t.co/ppb52UtE3a

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Local organizations are working together to make sure every family in #SWFL has a turkey dinner this Thanksgiving:
https://t.co/xbjS98FHBJ

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Florida is suing CVS and Walgreens for allegedly contributing to the nation's opioid problem. Here's how that process works:
https://t.co/G7KUYNiuEO

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Hey vegans!
We've got some vegan-friendly substitutes for popular Thanksgiving dishes:
https://t.co/vJwYjJR22S

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Heads up!
Be prepared for new safety measures at Hertz Arena next year, including metal detectors and bag restrictions:
https://t.co/qIqaALaHv7

[Allyssa Dickert @AllyssaDickert]

Fort Myers Beach is one step closer to implementing reusable bags...here's an update.

#SWFL #FMB #Environment

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The City of Fort Myers Beach is considering implementing a reusable bag program as part of a plastic-free initiative:
https://t.co/g8tlaEu4G6

[Jalyn Henderson @AsToldByJalyn]

It's the holiday season! Are you sending or getting any packages soon? Keep an eye out - your new goodies could be pick up by a "porch pirate" if you're not careful. @helloswfl

Link to full story:https://t.co/V46aM704rE