Posts by Jacob Ogles
Tarpon Point Marina welcomes new harbor master and general manager
Tarpon Point Marina announces the appointment of Stephanie St. Romain as its new Harbor Master & General Manager, bringing extensive maritime expertise and a service‑driven leadership style to one of the region’s most prominent marinas. Stephanie St. Romain oversees all marina operations and leads strategic coordination across the Tarpon Point waterfront. A U.S. Coast Guard…
Read MoreSmall businesses may be eligible for tariff refunds
On February 20, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not authorize the President to impose tariffs. Main Street Alliance, a national non-profit non-partisan network of over 30,000 small business owners, aiming to center the economic and political power of local independent businesses, shared on February 23,…
Read MoreLSI recognized as Power Broker, Top Firm in the Southwest Florida market.
CoStar Group, a leading provider of commercial real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces, announced the recipients of the 2025 CoStar Power Broker Award, recognizing professionals and firms who closed the highest transaction volume in commercial real estate deals in their respective markets. This prestigious industry award has been granted to LSI Companies, Inc. as…
Read MoreSanCap Chamber ribbon-cutting hails the reopening of Courtside Steakhouse
Top-level steaks and a continued long history of hospitality resonate in the reopening of Courtside Steakhouse at Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa, 17260 Harbour Point Drive in Fort Myers. SanCap Chamber recognized its member’s accomplishment with a ribbon-cutting on March 9. “We are so proud, as a valued partner with Sanibel Harbour, to see…
Read MoreChristopher Alan Homes hires Maurice French as director of land acquisition
Christopher Alan Homes has hired Maurice French as director of land acquisition. In this role, he will lead efforts to identify and secure strategic land opportunities. French will work closely with company leadership to advance the builder’s growth across Florida. French brings more than 15 years of experience in real estate brokerage, land acquisition and…
Read MoreLee County EMS receives statewide recognition for its commitment to enhancing pediatric emergency care
Lee County Emergency Medical Services was recognized this week by the Florida Prehospital Pediatric Readiness Recognition Program (PRRP) as a Florida PEDReady Gold Tier service. Lee County EMS is just the 12th agency in Florida to achieve PEDReady recognition. The program recognizes emergency medical services (EMS) agencies that demonstrate a strong commitment to enhancing pediatric emergency…
Read MoreJohn R. Wood Christie’s honors top associates at annual awards celebration
John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate celebrated its top-performing associates and milestone achievements at its Annual Awards Celebration of Excellence on Thursday, Feb. 19, at The Great Wolf Lodge | Southwest Florida. The event recognized agents whose performance helped the company achieve $4.1 billion in closed sales, surpassing its nearest competitor by nearly $1…
Read MoreKOVA Companies expands real estate capabilities through alignment with Lee & Associates
KOVA Companies is expanding its real estate services platform, combining its established property management, commercial real estate, and operational expertise with the brokerage platform and market strength of Lee & Associates. This evolution unites two highly respected real estate organizations to deliver an enhanced, fully integrated real estate platform for clients throughout Southwest Florida. Under…
Read MoreHorizon Foundation headlines local sponsors of 2026 Edison Awards
Southwest Florida businesses and organizations, led by the Horizon Foundation, are backing a global awards celebration being held in their backyard this April. The Horizon Foundation, which raises private-sector money to support economic development efforts in Lee County, is a Platinum Sponsor of the 2026 Edison Awards, an international competition that celebrates innovation and ingenuity.…
Read MoreLee Commissioners award contract to provide construction engineering and inspection services on four disaster recovery projects
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to award a contract for construction engineering and inspection services (CEI) for several Lee County Department of Transportation projects to improve roads, sidewalks, bridges and drainage. The $1.7 million contract with Hardesty & Hanover Construction Services LLC will provide construction contract administration, inspection and materials sampling and…
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