Casey’s confidence grows as ‘Idol’ journey continues
By Laura J. Gates It’s America’s turn! The first opportunity to vote for Estero’s own Casey Bishop on “American Idol” happens Monday, April 5. The…
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Estero teen Casey Bishop an instant star on ‘American Idol’
Bishop becomes the latest talent show contestant from Estero By Laura J. Cummings When Casey Bishop was in kindergarten, her favorite day was Friday. That’s…
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FGCU’s Powerhouse Duo Leads Eagles to ‘March Magic’
By Craig Handel The look. It comes from two athletes knowing each other so well, nothing needs to be said. Pitcher-catcher, quarterback-wide receiver, guard-forward. Make…
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Estero Chamber hosts new Village Council members
The Estero Chamber of Commerce hosted a panel interview of Estero’s three new Village Council members: Joanne Ribble, Jim Ward and Larry Fiesel. The…
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7 Questions with Angel Cerritos, Executive Director of Sky Family YMCA
By Autumn Gates For the past 16 years, Angel Cerritos has been involved with the YMCA. The opportunities it provided him as a youth…
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Building Estero: Meet Gary Bonvillian
Former university president, international consultant volunteers to lead Estero’s economic development strategy By Craig Handel After a diverse career in academia and international consulting, Gary…
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Meet Junior Achievement Hero & Estero Council of Community Leaders Volunteer of the Year
Amy Kuchenbecker honored by ECCL Submitted by Jim Shields, ECCL Education Council “You never spend more money than you make! You never spend more…
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Meet Joanne Ribble, candidate for Village Council District 1
Joanne Ribble has announced her candidacy for the Village of Estero Council, District 1. She is a 14-year resident of the Colony in Pelican Landing.…
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Meet Larry Fiesel: Candidate for Estero Village Council District 2
Larry Fiesel has announced he will run for the District 2 seat on the Village of Estero Council. To secure his place on the ballot,…
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Three Village Council seats open for election
The next Village of Estero regular election will be held on Tuesday, March 2, 2021, and three seats on the Village Council will need to…
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Ben Allen, ‘The Voice’ contestant, reveals his unexpected path to stardom
From ‘shy’ kid to confident country singer, this self-taught musician shares his journey to become one of Southwest Florida’s up-and-coming stars. By Laura J. Cummings,…
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Caught on Camera: Estero Man Saves His Puppy from Alligator
Call it a case of extreme puppy love. One moment, Estero resident Richard Wilbanks was enjoying a cigar and a Bloody Mary in his backyard;…
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