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FEMA announced an additional more than $124 million in funding to support 70 disaster recovery and hazard mitigation projects in Florida, bringing the total provided to the state to more than $1.2 billion in the last 90 days. The funds help communities affected by Hurricanes Helene, Milton and multiple past disasters. Florida received nearly $117 million in…
American Airlines has begun selling tickets for flights between Naples Airport and Charlotte Douglas International Airport, starting Dec. 2. The Fort Worth-based airline last served Naples in 2001, and Naples Airport has not offered commercial flights since 2017. American Airlines submitted a letter of intent in May expressing a desire to offer flights daily starting…
The Town of Fort Myers Beach has secured $400,000 in state funding after Governor Ron DeSantis approved two legislative appropriations that will support critical infrastructure improvements and strengthen flood resilience throughout the community. The approved appropriations include funding for the following projects: Fort Myers Beach Road Infrastructure Improvements Phase II – $250,000 The town received…
Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice has been awarded a $250,000 grant from the TD Charitable Foundation through its 2026 Housing for Everyone program. The grant will support efforts to prevent eviction and homelessness across Southwest Florida, and is expected to assist 189 moderate to low income families, representing more than 500 individuals, including approximately 225…
As a leader in hospitality and amenity-driven construction, Suffolk joined industry experts at a recent Urban Land Institute (ULI) Southwest Florida program examining how country clubs are influencing regional growth, economic development and community design across Southwest Florida. Held at Bear’s Paw Country Club, the event highlighted the expanding role clubs play in shaping residential…
While Florida continues to report declining unemployment claims for the third consecutive week, many individuals across Southwest Florida still face significant challenges in accessing and maintaining employment. Goodwill Southwest Florida is working to bridge that gap through a wide range of free programs and services designed to help job seekers overcome barriers and achieve long-term…
Lee County Legal Aid Society has hired Kevin Sarlo as a staff attorney, expanding the organization’s elder law practice and strengthening its ability to provide critical civil legal services to low-income residents across Lee County. Sarlo, a Fort Myers native, earned his Bachelor of Arts in English literature, with a minor in classics, from the…
Warriors Homes of Collier, Inc. has been awarded a $300,000 grant from The Schoen Foundation, an organization created by late Naples businessman and health care executive William “Bill” Schoen. This is the largest one-time grant ever received by Warrior Homes. “We are extremely grateful to The Schoen Foundation for its incredible donation,” said Dale Mullin,…
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…
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…