Archive for February 24th, 2010
Kids and Their Buddies Spend a Meaningful Day
On Tuesday, February 9, 114 second-graders from the Guadelupe After School Program (GAP) in Immokalee (Pinecrest and Highlands Elementary Schools) were welcomed by Big Buddies at the 18th Annual Hideaway Beach Buddy Day, for an excursion filled with fun and learning. The kids paired up with adult buddies from Hideaway Beach, Fiddler’s Creek, [...]
The Silver King
After the Civil War, there were few rugged pioneers who chose to settle on the old shell mounds that the islands of Southwest Florida offered and attempt to eke out a living. Few were willing to endure mosquitoes, heat, and almost total isolation, with towns and villages accessible only by boat and no railroad or roads within hundreds of miles. [...]
Iran: Hostages to Nuclear Weapons – Part I
Many Americans today may recall the events that took place in Iran between the years 1960 to 1979, and the accompanying terrible images in newspapers and on TV of 53 Americans being held hostage by so-called student demonstrators in the American Embassy for 444 days. Some, including the author of this article, strongly believe that Mahmoud [...]
Code-Alert: Vacant Lots
This is a series of articles to educate citizens on various code violations occurring throughout the City. Let’s talk about vacant lots specifically, respecting the rights of the property owners. A previous article by Code Officer Liz Carr talked about the times that trash containers may be placed at the curb and the placement of [...]
How to Catch a Snook
Prior to last Snook season I received a call from a gentleman that lives in the Tampa area. After a very pleasant conversation, he explained to me that he had an 18-year old grandson that loved to fish. His grandson had never caught a snook, and had never eaten fresh fish! The object of coming all the way down to Chokoloskee was to catch his [...]
Goodland Tides
Goodland, especially during the winter season, is a bit more active as neighbors migrate from all points beyond and once again meet and greet one another. The Goodland Civic Association (GCA) is the main community organization and is one of the many ways for the people of Goodland to care for one another and the community in which they live. The [...]
Essential Doubles Strategy Guide – Part 2
When we analyze good doubles teams, the one true barometer of success is how much one teammate trusts the other. Look no further than the Bryan twins of California, who are the best tandem in the world rankings. They communicate on every point, they switch with ease, and they show their appreciation for one another with a huge smile after most [...]
A Sense of Urgency
At times the responsibilities and obligations of life seem overwhelming and I wonder how those who are so active in work, in the community, and within the family do it. How do they get it done? What is their secret? Keith Dameron, VP-Manager of Iberia Bank, is active in the community and volunteers untold hours graciously. I asked Dameron [...]
Please Don’t Kill Pelicans with Kindness
Would it surprise you if you were told feeding pelicans the bones and heads of your catch-of-the-day is killing them with kindness? It was surprising to me years ago when I first became involved with rescuing local wildlife. Many pelicans, hundreds in fact, are sick and injured every year because of the cumulative effects of feeding on fish [...]
Edge of Darkness
Aging, balding Mel Gibson is on the redemption trail. After a 7½-year screen absence, connected to some well-publicized personal problems, he has returned to a familiar milieu. He’s back in the revenge/thriller mode following his earlier tracks in Mad Max 1-3, Lethal Weapon 1-4, Braveheart, The Patriot, Payback, Ransom, and his abbreviated film [...]
