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10/04/2026 · St. Pete Beach
The Tiny “If–Then” Plan That Keeps Your Day From Hijacking You
You do not need a perfect schedule to stay grounded. One sentence made before the chaos starts can make your next good choice much easier.
The Compliment That Outwits Time
Shakespeare’s famous sonnet is not merely saying, “You’re beautiful.” It makes a daring promise: beauty can fade, but a poem can keep someone vividly alive.
10/03/2026
Hannah Arendt on the One Thing No Undo Button Can Fix
We often treat forgiveness as moral sugar coating. Hannah Arendt had a sharper idea: it is the political technology that keeps one irreversible mistake from becoming the rest of your life.
10/03/2026
The Price Tag Keeps Moving, and Washington Keeps Pretending It Has a Plan
Tariffs, immigration fights, artificial intelligence, and a budget deadline now collide in one national argument about who pays and who gets protected. The fine print matters more than the shouting, especially when the fine print lands on your grocery receipt.
10/03/2026
The Tiny Lies That Turn Into a Very Large Relationship
Three readers ask about family group chats, hidden spending, and the ex who keeps “accidentally” showing up. The common thread: trust rarely collapses in one dramatic scene; it leaks out through the little things people hope won’t count.
10/03/2026
Red Lodge, Montana: The Road Trip That Climbs Into the Clouds
Start in a little Montana town, eat pancakes, then drive one of the most ridiculous roads in America straight into the mountains. Bring a jacket, even if it’s 80 degrees when you leave breakfast.
10/04/2026
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View allTown Hall CLOSED in Observance of Columbus Day
Town Hall CLOSED in Observance of Columbus Day Fort Myers Beach Town Hall will be CLOSED on Monday, October 9, 2023, in observance of Columbus Day. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.
Backyard Chicken Keeping Program
Backyard Chicken Keeping Program City ordinances allow the opportunity for City residents who occupy detached single-family homes and duplexes to be able to keep up to six chickens in their backyards. In order to participate in this program, residents must obtain a Backyard Chicken Keeping Permit through the Community Development Department. Please contact Zoning at 407-957-7284 or [email protected] for more information. Please Note: If you wish to obtain a "Backyard Chicken-Keeping" permit, you will need to participate in a "Chicken Keeping" class. The Osceola County UF/IFAS Extension Services offers the "Backyard Poultry Basics" class. Frequently Asked Questions About Backyard Chicken Keeping Backyard Chicken Keeping Classes (Offered in English and in Spanish) Learn how to keep chickens for fun and egg production! Topics covered include: Chicken breeds Raising chicks Designing coops and pens Chicken health and nutrition This class meets the educational requirement for the St. Cloud Backyard Chicken Keeping Program, as well as requirements for other Central Florida city and county urban chicken programs. Participants will receive a Certificate of Participation. One $8 ticket covers all household members. Call Jessica Sullivan or Rachel Fernandez for questions or additional registration options: 321-697-3000 or our Zoning Division at 407-957-8422 or [email protected] for more information. Class Dates: Saturday, May 30, 2026 (English) Peghorn Park10 a.m. to 12 noon2101 Peghorn Way, St. Cloud Register here Saturday, August 1 (Spanish) Peghorn Park10 a.m. to 12 noon2101 Peghorn Way, St. Cloud Register here Thursday, September 10, 2026 (English) UF IFAS Extension Services 6-8 p.m.1921 Kissimmee Valley Lane, Kissimmee, FL Register here Saturday, October 3, 2026 (Spanish) 10 a.m. to 12 noonSt. Cloud Civic Center3001 17th St., St. Cloud Register Here Forms Chicken Keeping Application Packet Ordinance No. 2019-35 Ordinance No. 2023-07 More Information For information, please contact the Zoning Division at 407-957-7284 or [email protected] for more information.
Parkland City Commission to Hold Regular Meeting on April 10th
Notice of Upcoming City Commission Meeting The Parkland City Commission will hold its regular scheduled meeting on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. The meeting will commence promptly at 7:00 PM in the City Commission Chambers located at City Hall, 6600 University Drive, Parkland, FL 33067. The agenda for this meeting will be made available on the city's website at least seven days prior to the meeting. All residents are welcome to attend.
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