Juneteenth celebration in Fort Myers, honors a historic-based event.

In this installment from the StoryCorps Mobile Tour visit to Fort Myers in Feb. 2024, Marilyn Santiago and Barbara German talk about their friendships, their careers, and how an interest in the radio broadcast industry began for both of them in early childhood.

Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library celebrates 50th anniversary.

The historic Colson Hotel in Sarasota was once a welcoming place for Black travelers during Jim Crow. Now, the building is facing demolition.

The Solidarity with Israel Coalition held a rally at the corner of Airport-Pulling Road and Pine Ridge Road on Thursday, April 25.Many held signs with the names and photos of Israelis that were taken hostage.

Since 1950, the National Council on Aging — NCOA — has aimed to connect older Americans with free benefits and assistance. Currently, its focus is on helping people enroll in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Medicare Savings Program, and financial heating and cooling assistance.

Celebrating a legacy of learning…the Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library in Fort Myers is turning 50.Lee County Library System and the community will celebrate the golden anniversary of the library on Blount Street Saturday, April 20.

Area students invited to meet Black innovators Tuesday night at the youth innovation night features modern day heroes, Latimer Fellows and seeks to ‘Unleash Your Super Powers’.

Archaeologists have proven that Ortona Indian Mound Park in Glades County is one of the most significant prehistoric sites in Florida, dating back to 400 A.D. Yet remaining evidence of the area’s ancient civilization is fading due to time and a lack of attention. What will it take for this site to be further protected?

Ortona Indian Mound Park in Glades County may be known for its annual Cane Grinding Festival, yet the legacy of the park’s land dates back to A.D. 400, revealing life of an advanced, ancient civilization.