Posts by Angelica
FEMA: Avoid and Report Disaster Fraud
BRANDON, Fla. – A survivor recently reported getting a text that their “federal government check in the amount of $2800 has been disbursed”. The text instructed the survivor to visit a link and provide personal information for FEMA to verify. This is a scam. Scam attempts can be made over the phone, by mail or email,…
Read MoreOffshore Sailing School relocates in Fort Myers, expands course offerings following Hurricane Ian
Fort Myers, FL – Offshore Sailing School President and CEO Doris Colgate reported the company’s head office in South Fort Myers for the past 35 years was destroyed during Hurricane Ian, receiving 6’ of storm surge on September 28-29, 2022. While significant memorabilia collected over the past 59 years and most office materials were damaged…
Read MoreAlera Group acquires Benson Blackburn
Alera Group Wealth Services, a division of Alera Group, an independent, national insurance and wealth services firm, announced the acquisition of Benson Blackburn, a Naples-based specialized insurance consultancy with a focus on ultra-affluent families and closely held businesses. The acquisition continues Alera Group Wealth Services’ strategic effort to expand by finding firms serving well-defined niches and embracing a wide…
Read MoreSalon Adrian Hosts Fundraiser for Employee Suffering from Hurricane Ian loss
FORT MYERS, Fla. – Salon Adrian has organized fundraising efforts for an employee who lost her home as a result of Hurricane Ian. Renee Stone has worked at Salon Adrian since 2016 and unfortunately suffered significant damage to her home as a result of Hurricane Ian, as did many in Southwest Florida. As a valued,…
Read MoreFederal Support for Hurricane Ian Nears $3 Billion; FEMA Extends Deadline for Applications
WASHINGTON — More than $2.97 billion in federal grants, disaster loans and flood insurance payments has been provided to the state of Florida and to households after Hurricane Ian, with FEMA providing $769 million to households and $358 million to the state for emergency response. The U.S. Small Business Administration has provided $1 billion in…
Read MoreBetter Business Bureau warns consumers that in the aftermath of Hurricane Nicole
Better Business Bureau warns consumers that in the aftermath of Hurricane Nicole, watch out for storm chasers and/or impostors looking to take advantage of people. Scammers use phone, text, email, mail and will even go door-to-door targeting Floridians affected by the storm. No government agencies will call unsolicited or text you asking for financial account…
Read MoreNaples based ADG4 expands Construction Management and Consulting Capabilities to assist Community Post Hurricane
NAPLES, FL. – ADG4, a Naples-based real estate management and owner representation company, announced that it has expanded its local construction management and consulting capabilities with the recent appointment of James W. Frazitta to the newly created position of Property Manager and Business Development Manager. Frazitta brings more than 10 years of experience within various…
Read MoreDisaster Recovery Center in Estero
FEMA has opened a DRC at The Village of Estero to assist residents and provide recommendations. FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) are accessible facilities and mobile offices you can visit to learn more about FEMA and other disaster assistance programs. You may also visit to ask questions about your case. DRCs are set up in…
Read MoreWellMed Charitable Foundation Contributes $400,000 to Support First Lady Casey DeSantis’ Hope Hero Volunteer Program
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis announced that Florida’s Aging Network received a $400,000 grant from the WellMed Charitable Foundation to continue support of seniors in their recovery from Hurricane Ian through Florida’s Hope Florida – A Pathway to Purpose Hope Hero volunteer program. “We’ve seen the power of our Hope Hero volunteers…
Read MoreBank of the Islands supports chamber SanCapStrong shirt campaign
The wounded post-hurricane Sanibel Lighthouse potently symbolizes the #SanCapStrong movement, and now it forms the centerpiece of a new performance shirt created by the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Chamber of Commerce, with strong support from Bank of the Islands, to help navigate the islands’ road to recovery following Hurricane Ian’s fury on Sept. 28. The…
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