As we close out another year, it’s time to reflect on the amazing experiences we’ve had and the memories we’ve made. Here at Estero Life, we especially like to reflect on the best meals we’ve eaten! 2018 introduced us to some new favorite Southwest Florida eateries — like the trendy Society and eclectic Dorona —…

By Laura J. Cummings & L.J. Bury Memories of childhood Christmases light up our souls — the festive lights, the familiar melodies, the sacred stories, the dinner feasts and sugar cookies with sprinkles…and of course, the anticipation of opening all those presents! While many Estero residents have established new holiday traditions for their families to…

By D.K. Christi The much anticipated grand opening of Lee Health’s Coconut Point healthcare and wellness facility happens this month, and administrators can’t wait to show it off. Advanced technology is being employed to create a new level of customer care, which means patients can look forward to fewer phone calls, shorter wait times and…

Youth Empowerment Day at Koreshan State Park is a fun-filled learning experience. In its second year, the Oct. 13 event kicked off with a 5k race through the park. Many community organizations set up displays including Estero Fire Rescue, Koreshan Park Rangers and Girl Scouts. Ruth Fletcher, park services specialist, characterized the event as a…

Questions with Sarah Newcomb By Laura J. Cummings In seeking a first, full-time executive director, the Estero Chamber of Commerce’s Search Team was looking for a strong leader and communicator with a solid background in business and an understanding of Southwest Florida’s economy and culture. They were surprised to find all of that in a…