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North Collier Fire Control & Rescue District placed its new Mobile Integrated Healthcare unit, designated MH-45, into service on Monday. Branded as the “We Care” program, the specialized unit represents the next evolution of North Collier Fire’s emergency medical services by providing an additional level of care for patients with certain low-acuity, non-emergent medical needs. During…
Jersey Mike’s Subs franchise owners Ron Soriano and Tracy Groenendaal are excited to announce the opening of their newest location at 1661 Estero Boulevard, Unit 7, Fort Myers Beach. The Fort Myers Beach community are invited to attend the official ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, July 24, at 10 a.m. The celebration will recognize the strength,…
The Collier Community Foundation has officially relocated to its new headquarters at the Wyss Center, located at 2340 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite 401, Naples, FL 34109. Made possible through a transformational $5 million leadership gift from longtime Naples philanthropist Joanne Wyss and her late husband, Karl Wyss, the new facility represents an investment not only…
The Florida Council of 100 and its Foundation announced applications are now open for the 2026 accelerator program within Ambition Accelerated, the Council’s statewide platform designed to help build the next generation of American companies. As states compete for founders, investment, and innovation, The Florida Council of 100 is advancing a new model for strengthening…
Goodwill Southwest Florida and Collier County Public Schools partner to expand pathways for students
Goodwill Southwest Florida and Collier County Public Schools (CCPS) are partnering to create more opportunities for students to gain valuable workplace experience, build job skills, and prepare for future employment. Through a recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), Goodwill Southwest Florida will work with CCPS to provide volunteer opportunities for students participating in the district’s…
FEMA announced an additional more than $124 million in funding to support 70 disaster recovery and hazard mitigation projects in Florida, bringing the total provided to the state to more than $1.2 billion in the last 90 days. The funds help communities affected by Hurricanes Helene, Milton and multiple past disasters. Florida received nearly $117 million in…
American Airlines has begun selling tickets for flights between Naples Airport and Charlotte Douglas International Airport, starting Dec. 2. The Fort Worth-based airline last served Naples in 2001, and Naples Airport has not offered commercial flights since 2017. American Airlines submitted a letter of intent in May expressing a desire to offer flights daily starting…
The Town of Fort Myers Beach has secured $400,000 in state funding after Governor Ron DeSantis approved two legislative appropriations that will support critical infrastructure improvements and strengthen flood resilience throughout the community. The approved appropriations include funding for the following projects: Fort Myers Beach Road Infrastructure Improvements Phase II – $250,000 The town received…
Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice has been awarded a $250,000 grant from the TD Charitable Foundation through its 2026 Housing for Everyone program. The grant will support efforts to prevent eviction and homelessness across Southwest Florida, and is expected to assist 189 moderate to low income families, representing more than 500 individuals, including approximately 225…
As a leader in hospitality and amenity-driven construction, Suffolk joined industry experts at a recent Urban Land Institute (ULI) Southwest Florida program examining how country clubs are influencing regional growth, economic development and community design across Southwest Florida. Held at Bear’s Paw Country Club, the event highlighted the expanding role clubs play in shaping residential…