Posts by Jacob Ogles
SanCap Chamber cuts ribbon for Island Panda debut
The community welcomed another food and beverage outlet to Sanibel Island on Thursday, June 4, with a ribbon-cutting at Island Panda, on Periwinkle Way in the Tahitian Gardens shopping center. The new takeout restaurant specializes in sushi, poke and hibachi, says owner Eve Alves. “We welcome Eve back to the dining scene on Sanibel, where…
Read MoreStevens Construction completes Beachview Villas
Stevens Construction has completed construction of Beachview Villas by Sanibel Captiva Beach Resorts, announced Dan Adams, executive vice president and partner at Stevens Construction. Located on West Gulf Drrive, Beachview Villas is situated on the site of the former Beachview Cottages, which were destroyed by Hurricane Ian in 2022 and have been reimagined into a…
Read MoreSaltlife Marina opens to the public on Estero Bay
London Bay Development Group has announced the public opening of Saltleaf Marina, the latest milestone in the continued evolution of Saltleaf on Estero Bay, introducing a newwaterfront access point within the 500-acre coastal village taking shape along one of Southwest Florida’s last great stretches of waterfront. Located on Coconut Road, Saltleaf Marina features 72 slips and a public…
Read MoreLee Commissioners continue commitment to Parks & Recreation facilities and coastal amenities
The Lee Board of County Commissioners continued its commitment to Parks & Recreation facilities with votes to repair and maintain coastal amenities that are enjoyed by residents and visitors alike. The projects include beach boardwalks, Bonita Beach Park, Bowditch Point Park, ADA accessibility, and construction engineering and inspection services for the Fort Myers Beach Pier…
Read MoreChristopher Alan Homes ranks as No. 27 single-family homebuilder
Christopher Alan Homes continues to strengthen its position as one of the top homebuilders in the nation, earning several recognitions on HousingWire Homebuilder Rankings, including No. 27 in 2025 new for-sale closings for single-family detached homes. The builder’s ranking among top national homebuilders demonstrates the continued trust and confidence of Christopher Alan homebuyers and the…
Read MoreSWFBT: Bringing the business mixer to a whole new level
After 19 years of serving the local business community, Southwest Florida Business Today is presenting its first business-to-business event. This inaugural business social, “SWFBT’s Elevated Event: Connecting At The Top,” takes place from 4:30-7:30pm on Wednesday, June 24 at Spanish Wells Country Club in Bonita Springs. Moore shared, “This is a different type of business gathering for our marketplace. I wanted to create a safe social space in…
Read More40 local students awarded $960,000 in college scholarships
Realizing the dream of attending college will now be significantly easier for 40 Collier County high school students who have been awarded four-year, post-secondary education scholarships by Founders Scholarship Fund. The scholarships total $960,000 over four years. The deserving students, along with their friends and family members, and Founders Scholarship Fund Board members and mentors,…
Read MoreImmokalee Fair Housing Alliance appoints Tammy Richelieu executive director
Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance has promoted Tammy Richelieu from chief development officer to executive director, recognizing her leadership and contributions to the organization’s mission of expanding access to affordable housing in Immokalee. Richelieu joined Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance in 2024 as chief development officer, bringing experience in community engagement, education and nonprofit development. Since joining…
Read MoreLCEC earns Chartwell 2026 Silver Award for excellence in customer experience
LCEC has been recognized with Chartwell’s 2026 Silver Award for Excellence in Customer Experience for its implementation of a Natural Language Interactive Voice Response system. The award highlights the LCEC commitment to enhancing member experience through innovative technology and strong cross-functional collaboration. The upgraded system allows members to navigate calls more easily using natural speech, resulting…
Read MoreCushman Wakefield joins national real estate firm
NAI Burns Scalo, a national commercial real estate firm, acquired Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida in Fort Myers. The acquisition was led by Brian Walker, President of NAI Burns Scalo with his team of advisors, who will now begin the transition from the Cushman & Wakefield Alliance to the NAI Burns Scalo brand.…
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