Hurricane Ian News
Advanced Hurricane Technology honoring first responder, military with free protection package
To honor a first responder for heroic efforts during Hurricane Ian and to honor veterans and active military for their service, Advanced Hurricane Technology announces it is giving away a complete hurricane protection system and installation. The winner – chosen through an application process – will be announced April 28. WHO IS ELIGIBLE: First responders…
Read MoreTD Bank Donates $150,000 To The SBDC At FGCU
Florida SBDC at FGCU (Fort Myers, Fla.) – TD Bank has generously donated $150,000 to the Small Business Development Center at Florida Gulf Coast University (SBDC at FGCU) to provide technical assistance to area small businesses to help them recover from Hurricane Ian. The contribution will greatly assist the SBDC at FGCU in its mission…
Read MoreChamber ribbon-cutting celebrates highly anticipated ‘Ding’ Darling reopening
As one of Sanibel Island’s most-visited attractions, second only to its beaches, the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge made a big splash with the second-phase reopening of its facilities. The Sanibel & Captiva Islands Chamber of Commerce helped celebrate the reopening of Wildlife Drive, some of its trails, and the Visitor & Education Center…
Read MoreOperations update on Pine Island and Fort Myers Beach Disaster Recovery Centers
Fort Myers, FL,– State and federal partners have announced operational adjustments for residents needing services at Disaster Recovery Centers on Pine Island and Fort Myers Beach. Pine Island: The Pine Island Mobile Disaster Recovery Center will continue to run until Thursday, April 13, and will then discontinue operation at the end of the day. The…
Read MoreDAY Adjusting & Consulting offers tips for renewing residential insurance pollicies
Since Hurricane Ian hit Southwest Florida, insurance claims and insurance policies have been the topics of discussion as insurance rules and coverage prices have changed for Florida. Blake Day, President of Day Adjusting and Consulting, has a passion for helping homeowners overcome the challenges they face with insurance claims. With 15+ years of in-depth knowledge…
Read MoreLee County update on Captiva beach
Fort Myers, FL, – Lee County today made an adjustment to its previously announced beach reopening information. The Alison Hagerup Beach Park on Captiva will reopen on Saturday, March 11. This county site is managed by the Captiva Erosion Prevention District. The district will be charging for parking at the site. For more information about…
Read MoreHurricane Debris Contractors working at San Carlos Bay-Bunche Beach Preserve
Fort Myers, FL, – The entrance to San Carlos Bay-Bunche Beach Preserve, 18201 John Morris Road, will be closed every Tuesday and Wednesday beginning March 7, to allow the state’s licensed contractor to safely remove hurricane debris along the preserve’s coastline. The storm surge washed hurricane debris from Estero Island across the San Carlos Bay…
Read MoreHurricane Ian recovery continues with help from Verizon Business, Collaboratory and Florida TaxWatch
FORT MYERS, Fla. – More than five months after Hurricane Ian decimated parts of Florida, 25 small businesses in the region are continuing their recovery efforts with some help from a unique partnership between Verizon Business and two non-profits. Verizon has donated $250,000 to Collaboratory, a local non-profit community problem-solving organization in Southwest Florida, and Florida TaxWatch, a…
Read MoreEmillions Art Unveils “Mosaic of Memories” Commemorative Artwork During Public Event
Following months work, the commemorative artwork “Mosaic of Memories: The Naples Pier Project,” has been officially unveiled during a public celebration. This unique artwork depicts the historic Naples Pier and is an art-driven fundraiser to benefit local first responders and rebuilding of the pier in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. Emillions Art, a Naples-based art…
Read MoreEmillions Art Unveils “Mosaic of Memories” Commemorative Artwork During Public Celebration
Following months work, the commemorative artwork “Mosaic of Memories: The Naples Pier Project,” was officially unveiled during a public celebration. This unique artwork depicts the historic Naples Pier and is an art-driven fundraiser to benefit local first responders and rebuilding of the pier in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. Emillions Art, a Naples-based art gallery…
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