Veg Fest aims to showcase healthy lifestyle in SWFL

Residents can learn about vegan living Sunday at SWFL Veg Fest.

The event features more than 100 vendors showcasing environmentally friendly products and services.

SWFL Veg Fest takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Riverside Park on 10451 Old 41 Road.

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Man killed in Fort Myers hit-and-run

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Florida Everblades heat up the ice rink with annual Teddy Bear Toss

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Woman wanted for grand theft and organized fraud

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Santa Parade visits North Fort Myers neighborhood with gifts

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AAA ‘Tow to Go’ aims to prevent drunk driving in SWFL July Fourth weekend

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FGCU professor aims to keep university’s brightest graduates working in SWFL

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