FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 02/26/2026 North Collier Fire Commissioners Ratify Historic Lifeguard & Ocean Rescue AgreementNaples, FL — Following historic approval by the Collier County Board of Commissioners on February 24, 2026, the North Collier Fire Control & Rescue District Board of Fire Commissioners ratified — by an enthusiastic unanimous vote (Commissioner Feder not in attendance) […]
The Department of Agriculture awarded Fort Myers a $6 million grant to help clean up polluted canals and creeks throughout the city. The funding is part of ongoing efforts to address elevated bacteria levels in waterways, such as Manuel’s Branch and Billy’s Creek, which flow through commercial and residential neighborhoods and parks before reaching the […]
In February 2026 Florida Southwestern State College opened their newly renovated Institute of Innovative and Emerging Technologies! The milestone was celebrated with a ribbon cutting and tour of the new opportunities for FSW faculty, staff, and students. Learn more here: https://www.fsw.edu/iiet
Stevens Construction was proud to participate in the 2026 ULI Southwest Florida Focus Forum. Executive VP/ Partner, Dan Adams, joined Albert Dambrose of Studio AD, Patrick Vanasse of The Neighborhood Company, and Nathalie White of Schenkel Shultz for a panel discussion on rebuilding for the future.The conversation focused on the realities of building back on […]
Congratulations to Nick Grant on being named one of Florida Trend’s 40 Under 40! Nick is a Leadership Lee County alumni, class of 2022. As Director of Government Relations for Lee Health, he works at the intersection of healthcare, policy, and community by advocating for initiatives that strengthen our community-based health system and expand access […]
We are excited to share that Chamber of SWF Board member and LSI Companies President and CEO, Justin Thibaut, was recognized by Florida Trend Media Company as one of the “People to Know” in Southwest Florida. The feature spotlights the region’s “movers and shakers” for their influence and connections within the Southwest Florida business community. […]
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 […]
Congratulations to Leadership Lee County Class member, Tatum Walker, MPA, CPM, on being named a 2025 “40 Under 40” Honoree by the Business Observer! https://www.businessobserverfl.com/news/2025/oct/09/tatum-walker/ Tatum is a valuable member of the Lee County Economic Development Office, acting as Senior Business Developer. We are excited to have her participation in Leadership Lee County and look forward […]
The Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce will welcome back one of Southwest Florida’s most beloved signature events — the 35th Annual American Sand Sculpting Championship, returning to Fort Myers Beach November 20 – 24, 2025. In just a few weeks, the shores of Fort Myers Beach will be transformed into an open-air gallery as more […]
The FGCU Regional Economic Research Institute recently released the 2025 SWFL Economic Almanac Series, a comprehensive collection of annual reports offering a wide range of socioeconomic and demographic data. These documents cover key topics such as agriculture, health and wellness, community and environment, and real estate. Visit the website for more information.