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BSU conducts yearly water treatment change during July
Bonita Springs Utilities Inc. is conducting its yearly change to the water treatment process through July 21 as a preventative-maintenance measure. Members may notice a temporary and harmless difference in the smell or taste of their tap water. “This annual water treatment change helps prevent bacteria from developing resistance during the usual disinfectant treatment process,”…
Read More2022 Industry Appreciation Awards Nomination Deadline Extended
FORT MYERS, Fla. – The Industry Appreciation Awards, which celebrate Lee County businesses that drive the local economy, employ our workforce and shape their industries, has extended the nomination deadline for the 2022 awards program to July 15. The awards program is coordinated by the Horizon Council, Horizon Foundation, and Lee County Economic Development Office.…
Read MoreThe Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce awarded seven awards and announces new board
ESTERO, Fla. – The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards luncheon presented awards to business owners, a not-for-profit and the Man and Woman of the Year, on Friday, June 17th at Pelican Sound. The sold-out event was decorated with pastels and Dr. Seuss quotes. Guests networked and took photos in the photo booth then…
Read MoreLee Commissioners allocate $7.5 million to affordable housing developments
Fort Myers, FL – The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to allocated $7.5 million from the federal American Rescue Plan Act Recovery & Resilience program to two affordable housing developments. The allocations include: $5 million to the Southwest Florida Affordable Housing Choice Foundation, Inc. for preservation and reconstruction of 375 units in the…
Read MoreArthrex Named a Top Company in Health Care by LinkedIn
NAPLES, Florida – Arthrex, a global leader in minimally invasive orthopedic technology, is ranked second on the 2022 LinkedIn Top Companies in Health Care list. “We’re honored to be among the top 25 companies in the country investing in talent and helping people build careers that set them up for long-term success in the health…
Read MoreFlorida SBDC at FGCU Distinguished Entrepreneur of Southwest Florida Awardees Announced
Florida SBDC at FGCU (Fort Myers, Fla.) – Florida Small Business Development Center (FSBDC) at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) announced the winners of the 2022 Distinguished Entrepreneur of Southwest Florida Awards during an awards ceremony on Tuesday May 3, 2022, at Bonita Bay Club. The FSBDC awards are held annually to recognize three Southwest…
Read MoreLouise Penta Donates $250,000 to Underwrite Immokalee Foundation Learning Lab Home
NAPLES, Fla. – Louise Penta has pledged a $250,000 gift to The Immokalee Foundation to underwrite the cost of the sixth home at the groundbreaking Learning Lab construction project. A hands-on professional training hub, the Learning Lab serves as an experiential learning opportunity for Immokalee Foundation students by providing hands-on experience for those participating in…
Read MoreFirst Horizon Bank Celebrates Ft. Myers/Naples Businesses With $50,000 Awarded
Ft. Myers, FL – First Horizon Corp. (NYSE: FHN or “First Horizon”) announced today the winners of the First Horizon Back to Business Contest designed to celebrate resilient businesses in the communities the bank serves. The bank awarded $1 million dollars to 57 small businesses across six states. “Strong businesses are the cornerstone of strong…
Read MoreComerica Bank launches ‘gomerica Gratitude’ to honor, celebrate nonprofits in Southwest Florida
Comerica Bank is presenting a series of “gomerica Gratitude” donations to nonprofits across Southwest Florida as a way of honoring and celebrating organizations that raise expectations in the community. Comerica launched its gomerica Gratitude initiative on June 8 at Whitaker Woods, an affordable home community in Naples being developed by Habitat for Humanity of Collier…
Read MoreLee Clerk publishes new report on county finances, economy
As Lee County’s population grew last year, housing prices and personal income jumped, according to a new financial report issued by Kevin Karnes, Lee County Clerk of the Court and Comptroller. “If you pay taxes in Lee County, it’s important you read this guide and learn how your tax dollars are collected and spent,” Karnes…
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