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Suffolk breaks ground on phase 1 of Estero Sports Park Complex
Suffolk, one of the largest builders in Florida, broke ground on Phase 1 for the first of its kind Estero Sports Park. The groundbreaking milestone is a significant step forward in delivering the sports complex that will serve as a shared recreational destination for the region’s families, residents and visitors of all ages with state-of-the-art…
Read MoreFort Myers CRA announces live request for statement of qualifications for Innovation Walk Master Plan
The Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) launched Request for Statement of Qualifications for the Ft. Myers Walk of Innovation. In the same spirit of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford sparking the genesis of innovation in Fort Myers, the Innovation Walk will reignite their legacy of human genius, melding the past with future-forward thinkers. The…
Read MoreSBA offers disaster relief to Collier small businesses and private nonprofits affected by drought
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private nonprofit organizations in Florida who sustained economic losses caused by drought occurring June 1. The disaster declaration covers the Florida counties of Collier, Miami-Dade and Monroe. Under this declaration, the SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is…
Read MoreFort Myers, Naples area students win awards at national RTX Invention Convention
In Dearborn, Michigan, three Fort Myers-Naples area students were honored for their ingenuity at the 10th annual RTX Invention Convention U.S. Nationals, powered by The Henry Ford. Area winners included Community School Of Naples ninth grader Arabella A., recent Fort Myers High School graduate Dhruva S. and Dunbar High School 11th grader Nishini F. These students were among 70 award-winning K-12 inventors from…
Read MoreThe Beach Bar FMB reopens, reviving community spirit and good times
In a milestone for the Fort Myers Beach community as The Beach Bar, on I Street, officially opened its doors. On Sept. 28, 2022, Hurricane Ian swept through Fort Myers Beach, severely damaging the community, including the historic Beach Bar. Just 97 days after Hurricane Ian turned Fort Myers Beach upside down, Greg and Madeline…
Read MoreTown of Fort Myers Beach purchases new Town Hall building
The Town of Fort Myers Beach closed on the purchase of 6231 Estero Blvd to be used as the new Town Hall! What would have been a $15-20 million 5-year construction project has turned into the Town acquiring an existing building in only 22 months for $7 million. Thank you to everyone who assisted in…
Read MoreSanibel Captiva Community Bank purchases Fort Myers Beach property to open the only on-island bank
Sanibel Captiva Community Bank announced the purchase of gulf-side land located on Estero Boulevard on Fort Myers Beach for the development of its newest branch. This purchase marks a significant milestone in the bank’s growth plan and strategically positions the bank to meet the growing need for banking services on Fort Myers Beach. Sanibel Captiva…
Read MoreFEMA Operating 13 Disaster Recovery Centers, Provides $357 Million for Survivors
WASHINGTON — As of today, FEMA has approved more than $357 million in federal disaster assistance to over 191,508 individuals and households to help jumpstart their recoveries. How FEMA is Helping Floridians FEMA has made individual assistance available to 24 counties in Florida. Residents in Brevard, Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Flagler, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lake, Lee, Manatee,…
Read MoreCounty Manager Desjarlais on Ian Recovery 11/8
You’re Invited: SWFL City & County Managers Discuss Hurricane Recovery Efforts The Chamber of Southwest Florida invites you to attend: Hurricane Ian Recovery: City & County Managers Share Insights November 8, 2022 Confirmed Panelist: – Roger Desjarlais – Lee County Invited Panelists: – Jay Boodheshwar – Naples – Hector Flores – Charlotte County – Rob…
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