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10/05/2026 · Lee County

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Gators dominate No. 4 Ole Miss in Gainesville upset

The Florida Gators upset No. 4 Ole Miss 52-28 in Gainesville, significantly impacting SEC and national rankings.

10/04/2026

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Sports

USF Volleyball Stuns Wichita State In Sunday Upset

The University of South Florida volleyball team secured an upset victory over Wichita State on Sunday, September 27, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas.

10/04/2026

Community

Flagler County Chief Augie Rodriguez completes elite FBI leadership program

Flagler County Chief Augie Rodriguez graduated from the FBI Florida Executive Development Seminar, enhancing local law enforcement leadership.

10/04/2026

Local News

Proposed Property Tax Amendment 3: What Lauderdale Lakes Residents Need to Know

Lauderdale Lakes residents will vote on Proposed Amendment 3 on November 3, 2026, which could significantly change property tax exemptions and assessment caps.

10/04/2026

Community

Wildwood mourns passing of former police chief and city commissioner Don C. Clark

Former Wildwood Police Chief and City Commissioner Don C. Clark died this past Saturday, prompting an outpouring of community remembrance.

10/05/2026

Education

Destin High School Sharks dominate Port St. Joe in football season opener

Destin High School's Varsity Boys Football team started their season strong, defeating Port St. Joe High School 53-13 on August 21, 2026.

10/05/2026

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Gateway Elementary Students Dive into Coding with Hour of Code Event

The Hour of Code is a global movement that introduces tens of millions of students to computer science, demystifying it and showing that anyone can learn the basics. It's a one-hour introduction to computer science, designed to demystify 'code', to show that anybody can learn the basics, and to nurture problem-solving skills. Gateway Elementary School proudly participated in this significant educational event, providing students with hands-on experience in coding and computational thinking.

Lee County Schools Embraces 'Hour of Code' Initiative

County Wide Exceptional Child Programs Hour Of Code Lee County Schools recognizes the importance of computer science education and is proud to be a part of the global "Hour of Code" initiative. This event is designed to demystify computer science and show that anyone can learn the basics of coding. Through interactive tutorials and engaging activities, students will explore the fundamentals of programming in a fun and accessible way. Participation in the Hour of Code can help students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity skills, all of which are essential for success in the 21st century. We encourage all students to participate and discover the exciting world of computer science.

Lee County School Board Meeting Dates Announced

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