Next veterans’ Honor Flight set for Sept. 30

Collier-Lee Honor Flight recently announced that the next Honor Flight, Flight #25, is scheduled to take place Sept 30, 2023 An invitation has been extended to all military veterans from Collier and Lee counties to regis-

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Operations ter for consideration to participate for free in this event

In addition to welcoming veterans, the Collier-Lee Honor Flight organization is also seeking compassionate volunteers to serve as guardians for the veterans during these historic journeys As guardians, these volunteers will accompany and support the veterans throughout the trip, ensuring their comfort and safety

Collier-Lee Honor Flight's mission is to provide free air transportation to local veterans, enabling them to visit the memorials in Washington, D C , dedicated to honoring their remarkable service and sacrifices These trips serve as a poignant reminder of the valor and dedication displayed by the nation's veterans

During the Honor Flight, there will be surprises of recognition and honor, ensuring that each veteran feels deeply appreciated throughout the day

“It is our firm belief that these brave men and women deserve nothing less than our utmost gratitude and admiration,” says Debi Lux, Collier-Lee Honor Flight originator

Wheelchairs are provided for all veterans to assure their comfort and safety

The support for these trips is made possible by dedicated military and non-military volunteers and comes at no cost to the veterans

Collier-Lee Honor Flight encourages individuals and companies to consider sponsoring the Honor Flights Sponsors will receive prominent and continuous mention and recognition on the organization's website as a token of appreciation for the invaluable contribution

For more information regarding veterans, guardians and sponsorship opportunities, visit the Collier Honor Flight website at https://www collierhonorflight org/ or contact us at 239-777-9295

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Domestic Animal Services

Animal Services, 5600 Banner Drive, Fort Myers, will be closed for the holiday on Tuesday, July 4, but will resume regular business hours on Wednesday, July 5

LeeTran

LeeTran will not run bus, trolley or paratransit service o n t h e h o l i d a y , T u e s d a y , J u l y 4 S e r v i c e r e s u m e s

Wednesday, July 5 Route schedules and maps are at www rideleetran com

Parks & Recreation

P a r k s , p o o l s a n d p r e s e r v e s r e m a i n o p e n o n Independence Day. Offices and recreation centers are closed Tuesday, July 4, and will reopen Wednesday, July 5 Check www leeparks org for the list of open locations, hours and amenities. The county asks park patrons to remember no alcohol is permitted in county parks Lee County reminds residents and visitors that the Causeway Islands Park on the Sanibel Causeway remains closed to watercraft, pedestrian and bicycle traffic due to the active construction zone

Transportation

T h e L e e C o u n t y D e p a r t m e n t o f T r a n s p o r t a t i o n reminds motorists the Cape Coral Bridge will be closed for the Red, White & Boom celebration from 3 a m

Tuesday, July 4, through 3 a m

Wednesday, July 5 Cape Coral Parkway from Del Prado Boulevard to the bridge also will be closed at that time

M o t o r i s t s a r e e n c o u r a g e d t o u s e t h e V e t e r a n ’ s

Memorial Bridge or the U S 41 and Business 41 b r i d g e s L e e D O T w i l l p l a c e m e s s a g e b o a r d s f o r motorists in advance of the closure; they will remain in place through the holiday and the closing Motorists should plan for an alternate route

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