Waste & Recycling Realities in Lee County Guest author Brandi Freeman, FGCU Recycling plays an important role in...
Environment Articles
Traffic Emissions Near Schools: A Public Health Concern
Traffic Emissions Near Schools: A Public Health Concern Written by guest author Brandi Freeman, FGCU Traffic...
Coastal Resilience: Preparing Southwest Florida for the Future
Coastal Resilience: Preparing Southwest Florida for the Future Written by guest author Brandi Freeman, FGCU Southwest...
Understanding the Ecology and Function of Estero’s Storm Water Ponds
Understanding the Ecology and Function of Estero’s Storm Water Ponds Spring 2026 FGCU Student Essay Series East Corkscrew became a channel for conveying water because of increased development and stormwater systems and channel runoff through the area, but the...
Sustainability in Estero
Sustainability in Estero Our guest author this semester is Brandi Freeman, a senior at Florida Gulf Coast University majoring in Health Science. Her column will focus on sustainability - the impacts of environmental health, community well-being, and equitable access...
Another 360 pounds of litter removed from US 41!
Another 360 pounds of litter removed from US 41! Thanks to the incredible teamwork of our volunteers, 360 pounds of litter were removed from our community this month alone—now that’s impact! This month’s volunteers proudly came from Rapallo, Pelican Sound, RiverCreek,...
What’s Behind This Major Cold Snap? Could Climate Change Play a Role?
What’s Behind This Major Cold Snap? Could Climate Change Play a Role? Adapted from an article by Eric Niiler, Feb. 7, 2026 If the planet is warming, many people are asking the same question: Why does this winter feel so brutally cold? It sounds like a...
Climate Risks: Sea-level Rise, Storm Surge, Flooding in Estero
Climate Risks: Sea-level Rise, Storm Surge, Flooding in Estero Introduction Estero is a beautiful place to live. The tropical weather year-round, as well as quick access to the beaches, are also perks of living in Estero. This comes with risks though, due to hurricane...
Adopt A Highway Totals for December 2025
Adopt A Highway Totals for December 2025 What an incredible month of teamwork and community spirit! Together, Julie Yellig's Adopt a Highway volunteers collected 380 pounds of litter—bringing their total since the end of last season to an impressive 1,660 pounds....
Historic Estero: Why We Should Preserve Its History!
Historic Estero: Why We Should Preserve Its History! Introduction Many residents of Greater Estero are unaware of the fascinating history that makes our community unique and a special place to live or visit. Knowing the local history helps you understand how your...
November Adopt a Highway
November's Adopt a Highway Volunteers Clean Up! Engage Estero is proud to kick off the 2025–26 road cleanup season, continuing a five-year community tradition led by Julie Yellig and supported by dedicated volunteers across Estero. This initiative began in 2020 with a...
Esteros’ Poor Water Quality and Nutrient Pollution
Esteros' Poor Water Quality and Nutrient Pollution By Alex Rice and Jake Dobson, FGCU Students for Engage Estero Introduction Estero is known for its proximity to beautiful beaches, aquatic ecosystems, and vast wetlands. But when you take a deeper look, you will find...