Media Releases

North Fort Myers, FL, August 14, 2025 - A line item called a franchise fee may be found on LCEC monthly electric bills in some cities or counties. While it might seem like another utility charge, these fees are imposed by governments and only collected by the utility....

North Fort Myers, FL, August 11, 2025 –  Along with more than 50 nonprofit organizations, LCEC joined Lipman Family Farms for their 15th Annual Backpack Giveaway event in Immokalee. This event benefits elementary and middle school age children from Immokalee and...

North Fort Myers, FL, July 22, 2025  –LCEC will attend the Cape Coral Chamber of Commerce monthly Business Expo at the Cape Coral Farmers' Market at Club Square from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 26th, 2025. Representatives from the LCEC Energy Services and Member...

North Fort Myers, FL, July 18, 2025 – In honor of its 85th anniversary, LCEC hosted a CEO and Trustee Reunion at its headquarters, bringing together generations of leadership for a day of celebration, reflection, and connection. The event was a meaningful tribute to...

North Fort Myers, FL, July 15, 2025 – LCEC partnered with Meals of Hope and the Guadalupe Center to distribute fresh food and baby products to over 100 families. The distribution took place at the Van Otterloo Family Campus for Learning in Immokalee. Through the Power...

North Fort Myers, FL, July 1, 2025  –  Independence Day is right around the corner! LCEC reminds members to proceed with caution when using fireworks. Keep Fireworks Far from Power Lines Fireworks should only be lit in open areas where there are absolutely no power...

North Fort Myers, FL, June 24, 2025 – LCEC will be onsite at Vision ACE Hardware in Lehigh Acres, 1149 Homestead Rd N. from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 28, to provide helpful tips, information, and hurricane guides focused around storm preparedness. An LCEC...

North Fort Myers, FL, June 10, 2025– LCEC is proud to announce its Interactive Voice Response (IVR) system has been recognized as one of the top-performing automated telephone systems in North America. IVR technology allows callers to interact with a company’s system...

North Fort Myers, FL, May 28, 2025– LCEC continually hardens the electric system by proactively inspecting facilities, identifying potential problem areas, and repairing or replacing before a storm rolls in, and upgrading substations and infrastructure. Year-round...

North Fort Myers, FL, May 27, 2024– With hurricane season approaching, LCEC encourages all residents to take proactive steps toward preparedness. As part of its ongoing commitment to community storm readiness, LCEC will be participating in two local Hurricane Expos...