Good morning, Cape Coral.

Community Cooperative invites Cape Coral residents to attend 'Becoming Cosmopolitan: Mad About Hunger' on Thursday, Oct. 8 at The Ranch Concert Hall and Saloon — featuring live entertainment, gourmet cuisine, specialty cocktails, and interactive auctions to support local programs addressing hunger and homelessness.

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FPL announced that eligible seniors who received state assistance can get a one-time $200 credit through its Saving Steps initiative — offering immediate bill relief and energy-saving tips.

The utility aims to reduce barriers for older customers this week.

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Local veterans, led by Dr. Alan White, advocate to expand the 2010 VA clinic into a full-service hospital in Cape Coral (current patients travel to Tampa for treatment) and urge veterans to enroll in the VA healthcare system.

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Florida health officials report a sharp increase in measles cases, with 162 recorded this year—a dramatic rise from the typical 3.6 cases annually—as they urge parents to get children the MMR vaccine for community protection.

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Southwest Florida eateries offer lunch deals under $10 daily at 11 a.m., including pizza at Uncle Rico’s, burgers at KJ’s, BBQ at Big8 (Cape Coral), tacos at Taco Worx and breakfast specials at Joe’s Café.

Some deals may extend hours or run until future dates.

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