The
Harry Chapin Food Bank in Ft. Myers is now distributing pet food to
area food pantries.  Supporters say the need is great…and growing.
WGCU’s Valerie Alker has more.

The
Harry Chapin Food Bank in Ft. Myers is now distributing pet food to
area food pantries.  Supporters say the need is great…and growing.
WGCU’s Valerie Alker has more.

High
performance “Interceptor” boats built in North Ft. Myers are patrolling
the Western Caribbean as part of “Operation Enduring Friendship” - a
partnership between the United States and seven Caribbean and Central
American Countries.  The boats are paid for by the Department of State
and the program is supported the U.S. Southern Command.  WGCU’s Valerie
Alker paid a visit to the boat factory and has this report.

High
performance “Interceptor” boats built in North Ft. Myers are patrolling
the Western Caribbean as part of “Operation Enduring Friendship” - a
partnership between the United States and seven Caribbean and Central
American Countries.  The boats are paid for by the Department of State
and the program is supported the U.S. Southern Command.  WGCU’s Valerie
Alker paid a visit to the boat factory and has this report.

The Neighborhood Health Clinic in Collier County’s slogan is “healthcare for those who choose work over welfare”. The founders – Nancy and Dr. Bill Lascheid founded the all-volunteer clinic ten years ago. They’ve received national recognition for their model of care. They’ve helped thousands in the decade, including Debra Creese. Rachelle Grossman has her story.

The
murder of a Naples woman and her five children has focused renewed
attention on the issue of domestic violence. WGCU’s Luis Hernandez has
more.

In 2004 congress designated September 17^th
as Constitution Day – the same day as Citizenship Day. They mandated
that all federally funded schools teach something about the
constitution on that day. Many schools pass out small copies of the
constitution. But, at Florida Gulf Coast University a group of
students and professors decided to take it a little farther. WGCU’s
Luis Hernandez has this report.

Monday
is World Alzheimer’s Day and the local chapter of the Alzheimer’s
Association is using the day to spread awareness about the disease. 
WGCU’s John Davis reports.