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Baseball: A Favorite Pastime in Lee County

Here in Lee County, Florida, baseball is a huge part of our community. During this time of year, several major league and minor league teams train in the area including the Minnesota Twins, the Ft. Myers Miracle, and the Boston Red Sox. In addition, Ft. Myers is home to many amateur and competitive baseball/softball tournaments […]

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Edison Festival of Lights

Thomas Edison is most recognized for lighting up the world with his most infamous invention – the light bulb. This year, the Fort Myers River District will celebrate Edison’s accomplishments during the 75th Edison Festival of Lights, February 14-17th and 22nd, 2014. History of the Edison Festival of Lights Originally from New Jersey, Edison began […]

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