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Lee County ranks 29th highest in Florida for per capita government transfer income at $13,391 in 2022

In 2022, residents of Lee County received an average of $13,391 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 29th highest in Florida.

By Lee Today | Mar 10, 2025

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Lee County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.5% of income in 2022

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.5% of income in Lee County, providing an average of $940 per capita to residents.

By Lee Today | Mar 1, 2025

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EDA awards $467,469 in grants for economic development projects in Lee County in 2023

By Lee Today | Jan 20, 2025

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $467,469 in grants for economic development projects in Lee County, Florida.

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Free Concert at Four Freedoms Park Set for April 4

By Lee Today Report | Mar 21, 2024

The City of Cape Coral is hosting a Concert in the Park from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, April 4, at Four Freedoms Park, 4818 Tarpon Court.

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Cape Coral to Host Citywide Earth Day Clean-Up

By Lee Today Report | Mar 20, 2024

The City of Cape Coral is hosting a citywide Earth Day clean-up event Saturday, April 20, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., and we need you to help keep Cape Coral beautiful.

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Cape Coral Named Statewide Leader in Urban Tree Canopy Growth

By Lee Today Report | Mar 19, 2024

Typically, Urban Forestry studies are carried out at the city or county level, but this comprehensive analysis provides insights into the broader environmental and economic impact of trees across the state.

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Jaycee Park 30% Design Review Set for March 26

By Lee Today Report | Mar 18, 2024

The City of Cape Coral is hosting a Jaycee Park 30% Design Review Tuesday, March 26, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Public Works Operations Center, 815 Nicholas Parkway E.

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Cape Coral Music and Arts Fusion Walk Returns March 16

By Lee Today Report | Mar 15, 2024

The City of Cape Coral will host the final Cape Coral Music and Arts Fusion Walk of the season Saturday, March 16, from 5 - 9 p.m.

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Cape Coral Hosts Season's Last Bike Night

By Lee Today Report | Mar 13, 2024

The City of Cape Coral will host the last Bike Night of the 2023-24 season on Saturday, April 13, from 5 - 10 p.m.

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Cape Coral Youth Council Wins Video Competition

By Lee Today Report | Mar 12, 2024

The Florida League of Cities (FLC) selected the Cape Coral Youth Council as a winner of the 2023 Municipal Youth Council Video Competition.

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Cape Coral to Host Home Services Industry Roundtable

By Lee Today Report | Mar 11, 2024

The City of Cape Coral will host a Business and Industry Roundtable for the home services industry on Friday, March 15, at City Hall. Coffee and light refreshments will be served.

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Charter Schools Governing Board Meeting Set for 3/12

By Lee Today Report | Mar 9, 2024

The City of Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board will hold a regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, in City Council Chambers, 1015 Cultural Park Blvd.

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Coviello Park Temporarily Closed from March 6-8

By Lee Today Report | Mar 6, 2024

Joe Coviello Park, 2121 SW 36th Terrace, will be temporarily closed from Wednesday, March 6, through Friday, March 8.

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Cape Coral Sports Complex Baseball Fields Closed March 2-3

By Lee Today Report | Mar 2, 2024

The baseball fields at Cape Coral Sports Complex, 1410 Sports Boulevard, will be closed Saturday, March 2, and Sunday, March 3.

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PRIDE Cape Coral Weekend Road Closures

By Lee Today Report | Mar 2, 2024

Road closures will be in place for PRIDE Cape Coral's 6th annual celebration, which will be held Saturday, March 2, through Sunday, March 3.

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City of Cape Coral Holding Vendor Outreach Event

By Lee Today Report | Feb 28, 2024

Vendors interested in doing business with the City of Cape Coral are invited to attend an outreach event Friday, March 8, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Mercola Market, 125 SW 3rd Place.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Lee County rise or fall in 2021?

By Lee Today | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Lee County received $15.8 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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