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As Medicare telehealth flexibilities expired amid a federal government shutdown, TeleSpecialists, LLC, recently issued an urgent call for Congressional action to preserve patient access to emergency neurology and behavioral health services nationwide. Without immediate legislative intervention, hospitals face critical reimbursement gaps for non-stroke emergency neurology consults and outpatient services—threatening care for patients experiencing seizures, traumatic…
Dear Residents and Friends of Fort Myers Beach, As your Town Manager, I want to thank you for your continued engagement and support as we navigate the challenges and opportunities of recovery and renewal. I also want to take a moment to address our financial outlook and the recent budget discussions. Let me begin by…
Unwind and enjoy coastal charm at Beach House, South Seas’ new beachfront restaurant. From vibrant starters to indulgent desserts, the menu offers a tapestry of flavors inspired by land and sea. Guests can share appetizers like the tin can nachos, which feature heaping layers that are unveiled right at your table. Or if you want…
Florida SouthWestern State College has received $2,860,400 in legislative funding for two projects that will remodel the health professions building and provide nursing simulation lab equipment at FSW’s Charlotte Campus in Punta Gorda. These projects will expand FSW’s Associate in Science in Nursing degree (ASN) program on the Charlotte Campus by renovating Building E to…
Priority Marketing has established an office in Naples to better serve its growing portfolio of clients and partners in Collier County. Located at 851 5th Ave. N., the space features three offices, a conference room, reception area and an open area for meetings and collaboration. Priority Marketing represents dozens of businesses, nonprofits and not-for-profit organizations…
Gifford Carr Insurance Group has acquired Omni One Insurance Agency, a Cape Coral, Florida-based brokerage, marking the Canadian firm’s first expansion outside the country. Omni One, founded in Cape Coral, serves individuals and families across Florida. With the acquisition, Omni One formally joins the Team Aubuchon group, a comprehensive services group for luxury living. The…
SanCap Chamber celebrated an island tradition reborn with a Sep. 26 ribbon-cutting at Shalimar Beach Resort, 2823 W. Gulf Drive on Sanibel Island. The 2025 edition of the circa-1959 property, officially opening Sep. 28, represents the first new resort build on the islands since the 1980s. “Beginning with just the original beach cottages and adding…
The Horizon Foundation recently held its annual President’s Circle event recognizing finalists for the 2025 Industry Appreciation Awards, which celebrate top businesses and business leaders in Southwest Florida. The President’s Circle event, held Sept. 24 at JetBlue Park in Fort Myers, honored 22 finalists in seven categories for outstanding work in supporting the business community…
Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance will open up housing applications on Oct. 1 and is preparing to welcome home 16 qualifying families in Immokalee. Applications will be accepted from Oct. 15 through Nov. 1 for eligible residents looking for a safe, affordable and community-centered place to call home. One of the eight buildings has been completed,…
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to approve an agreement for the construction for a Lee County Emergency Medical Services station at 13561 Goldenwood Drive, located just west of Treeline Avenue and Daniels Parkway. The nearly $5.8 million agreement with Stultz Inc. for construction services is for a 7,794-square-foot EMS station on a…