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FloridaCommerce reminds homeowners that the application deadline for the Hurricane Ian Housing Repair and Replacement Program is Monday, March 31, 2025. Residents who experienced damage from Hurricane Ian—or whose homes suffered further impact from Hurricanes Idalia, Debby, Helene or Milton—are encouraged to apply before the deadline. Funding is available to low-to-moderate-income households in 20 counties:…
On February 18, 2025, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas granted FinCEN a stay order on its previously issued preliminary nationwide injunction on the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act. As a result, Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting is once again mandatory. FinCEN has announced 30-day extension and issued guidance that clarified…
ReVital Development Group, in collaboration with Birdsong Housing Partners and the Lee County Housing Authority, announced the groundbreaking of Hermosa North Fort Myers, Phase I & II—a transformative project marking the first new construction affordable housing rental community in unincorporated Lee County in over 15 years and the first in North Fort Myers in more…
The Florida Housing Coalition and the Home Coalition with generous support from Bank of America, Lake Michigan Credit Union, and Collaboratory, worked together to create the Southwest Florida Regional Housing Report. Following 10 months of research the final report is now available and includes actionable strategies centered around regional housing data to address Southwest Florida’s…
Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice & Purtz has become Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice, Purtz, Smith & Smith, a new name reflecting the next generation of leaders for the 62-year-old Southwest Florida law firm. Christopher J. Smith, managing partner, along with his wife, firm partner Andrea Smith, have been the face of the firm for the past…
Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Hendry Counties recently held its “Blueprints of the Future” event on Feb. 4, hosted by Clive Daniel Home in Fort Myers. The event gathered community leaders and supporters to learn about Habitat’s upcoming plans and initiatives for the community. During the event, Habitat leadership shared the organization’s vision and…
Tortuga Beverage Company, a Naples-based botanical beverage manufacturer, has partnered with Riptide Brewing Company in Bonita Springs for the brewing and canning of its botanical beverages. An expert in strain-specific kratom beverages, Tortuga Beverage Company produces botanical beverages every week for distribution both locally and across the country. The partnership with Riptide Brewing Company allows…
SWFL Inc. announced nominations are open for the INCredible Awards 2025, a celebration honoring outstanding individuals, businesses, and nonprofits in Southwest Florida. The awards ceremony will take place on Tuesday, May 13 from 11:30 am to 1 pm at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point. The INCredible Awards recognize the influential leaders and organizations that contribute…
The Minnesota Twins, in partnership with Lee County, Lee Health’s Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida and Family Initiative, Inc., today unveiled the Grapefruit League’s first ever, in-ballpark sensory room at Lee Health Sports Complex. The new, state-of-the-art Twins Sensory Room provides a welcoming, compatible and supportive environment for neurodivergent guests of all ages at…
Submitted by Lee County EDO Looking to export? Small businesses may be eligible for a grant through the Small Business Administration’s State Trade and Expansion Program. Through the STEP grant, businesses may be able to receive reimbursement costs incurred for trade show fees and related travel expenses, including product sample shipments, translation services, company promotions/marketing…