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Technology crosses many industries so if you are a seasoned veteran, a new comer or just interested in exploring careers in the technology field this is your opportunity to interact with over 30 employers looking to fill technology positions. Purpose: A partnership with SWFL Regional Technology Partnership and CareerSource SWFL connecting businesses and job…
Read MoreBonita Springs, FL | September 25, 2020 —— According to the Bonita Springs-Estero REALTORS® (BER), buyer demand still continues in the Bonita Springs and Estero residential real estate market. Area brokers have reported that buyers are challenged with finding homes to buy, as inventory for resale homes continue to shrink. “If you’re thinking of selling your single-family home, there…
Read MoreSeptember 2020 This year has been unlike any before it. Each of us has had to deal with unbelievable challenges, and as a nation, we have faced uncertainty about the future. One thing Lee County residents can be certain about is that their local government will provide them with a balanced budget and will keep…
Read MoreFort Myers, FL, Sept. 24, 2020 – The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) this week issued its final Order on a case involving Lee County’s 2019 Mining Lee Plan Amendments, affirming the decision of an Administrative Law Judge (“ALJ”) that Lee County staff’s work and County Commissioners’ actions were consistent with land-use laws, and the community and…
Read MoreTALLAHASSEE, Fla. – In recognition of National Small Business Week, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) highlight resources available to small businesses in Florida. “Small businesses are the backbone of Florida’s economy and I remain committed to creating an environment where they can thrive,” said Governor DeSantis. “I am proud of how…
Read MoreThe Immokalee Foundation needs online votes from the public through Oct. 2 for a chance to win a $25,000 grant from State Farm, which selected the foundation as a Top 200 Finalist in a national competition. U.S. residents who are 18 and older with a valid email address can vote for The Immokalee Foundation up…
Read MoreRYAN CARTER OF SCOTLYNN USA DIVISION INC. SELECTED AS SMALL BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR FOR FLORIDA BY U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Awardees nationwide to be honored virtually during national Small Business Week, Sept. 22 to 24 FORT MYERS, Fla. – Sept. 22, 2020 – Ryan Carter, executive vice president and co-founder of Scotlynn USA…
Read MoreTALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) issued reemployment assistance updates on the Reemployment Assistance (RA) Claims Dashboard. As of September 17, DEO has paid 1,986,571 claimants a total of $16.4 billion ($16,419,950,438). More than 3.7 million (3,769,954) unique claims have been processed, representing 99.1% of unique claims submitted. UPDATES: The Florida Department of…
Read MoreFort Myers, FL, Sept. 18, 2020 – Lee County is extending the application deadline for its LeeCARES Business Rehire and Individual/Family Assistance to 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21. The original deadline was to be at 5 p.m. today, Friday, Sept. 18. The county extended it because of a known issue with Microsoft in its U.S.…
Read MoreOne September 10, the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) issued Emergency Order 2020-10, which permits bars to re-open on Monday, September 14, at 50% capacity. Under the Order, bars and other alcoholic beverage vendors may resume sales of alcoholic beverages for consumption on premises beginning Monday, provided that their operations comply with the parameters…
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