MARY M. OWEN Mary M. Owen, of Warminster, PA, formerly of Estero, FL, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025, at the age of 87. Born in Philadelphia, PA to the late John and Mary McElvenny, Mary grew up alongside her brothers, the late John and Bernard McElvenny. She attended Mount St. Joseph Academy and […]

THE DEVELOPMENTS TAKING PLACE IN GREATER ESTERO Our September Greater Estero Community Report (GECR) gives a thorough update on urbanization in Greater Estero. Growth rates remain high, especially in East Corkscrew and within the Village. Estero’s population is projected to grow by over 8,000 within the next 2-3 years, whereas East Corkscrew is expected to […]

CAPONATINA SICILIANA (EGGPLANT, OLIVE, AND CELERY APPETIZER)

A distraught senior citizen phoned her doctor’s office. “Is it true,” she wanted to know, “that the medication you prescribed has to be taken for the rest of my life?” “Yes, I’m afraid so,” the doctor told her. There was a moment of silence before the senior lady replied, “I’m wondering then, just how serious […]

The Master Board wants to take this opportunity to thank and compliment our working committees. These volunteers have been incredibly diligent over these summer months, accomplishing more than we could have imagined. Not one committee took a “let’s slow down, it’s summer after all” approach to their commitment to serve VCC. Additionally, we recognize our […]

HEAT IMPACT ON PLANTS Few would argue that this summer has been hot and dry. While the effects of heat and drought on flowers are obvious, it’s harder to see how intense sun, humidity, and storms affect trees. As you water your flowers, remember to care for your trees as well. Deep Watering – Once […]

Florida is home to nearly 4,000 varieties of ferns, flowering and nonflowering plants, making it the third most diverse state ranked by plant flora. The abundance of plant life is the result of Florida’s ample sunlight, sandy soil, torrential rains (followed by long stretches with NO rain) and nearly a 12-month growing season. As a […]