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Fort Myers, Florida

Population: 48,208

Palm-lined streets, white sandy beaches, a plethora of golf courses and more than 100 nearby coastal islands give Fort Myers a tropical, relaxed feel that makes it a popular winter destination. Inventor Thomas Edison and automaker Henry Ford made their winter homes in Fort Myers, and visitors can tour their estates, including Edison's laboratory. The city's annual Festival of Lights pays homage to the famous inventor and features two weeks of events that culminate in a nighttime parade. Fort Myers' parks are recreation havens, offering biking, hiking and paddling trails, including Manatee Park, which houses a herd of endangered Florida manatees. Featuring over 50 famous public and private golf courses spread out over the area, retirees and vacationers flock to the "City of Palms."
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McClain sees positive things ahead .....

Cape Coral Daily Breeze - Sat Nov 07

For incoming council member Kenneth "Marty" McClain, his hope for Cape Coral could be summed up with his ideology for the Community Redevelopment Agency's district.

FHP Tries to Identify Accident Victim

WINK-TV Fort Myers - Sat Nov 07

The Florida Highway Patrol is asking for help identify a pedestrian that was hit and killed by a truck on Pine Island Friday night.

Pedestrian Killed by Driver on Pine Island

WINK-TV Fort Myers - Sat Nov 07

Florida Highway Patrol are investigating a fatal car crash in Bokeelia. Friday night around 11p.m. 23 year old Christopher Levy was driving north on Harbor Drive.

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