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Presentation in February at Grateful Hearts event inspires gifts

LeadHelm empowers the motorsports industry to convert online leads into sales

A who's who of business and community leaders from across Southwest Florida gathered Feb. 6 at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre for a state-of-the-economy presentation that revealed encouraging signs about the local economy.

Tickets are available for this family-friendly event to support the Golisano Children's Hospital Surgery Center

Horizon Council founding member and the organization's first chairman, David Barton, has passed away at age 89. The longtime Southwest Florida developer and business leader had been battling an illness at his farm in Ocala.

Southwest Florida Circus Company is transforming corporate event entertainment with world-class magic. Their professional magicians create engaging, interactive experiences that boost morale and leave lasting impressions.

After receiving emergency treatment at Lee Health Heart Institute, Southwest Florida resident Brian Seasholes and his wife, Samantha Sheridan, have donated $250,000 to support advanced cardiac care in the region.

Honoring Grande Dames Ruby Hendley, Gail McClure and Donna Sublett

Webspark Media has officially rebranded to WSM, signaling its evolution from a lead generation service to a full-scale growth partner. This change streamlines its focus on business scaling, team-building, front desk solutions, & marketing strategies.

Pace Center for Girls, Lee recently hosted its "Every Girl Deserves" Community Open House Feb. 13 at the Pace Center for Girls in Fort Myers.

In its mission to open the doors to acceptance and inclusivity for Southwest Florida middle and high school students to talk about mental health, Kids' Minds Matter's annual "Normal is Overrated" event is planned May 3 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

In late 2024, Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida (SWFL) was formally accepted into the Senior Planet from AARP licensing program.

Christina "Crissy" Penuel, a jewelry designer at Mark Loren Designs, was awarded first place for earrings in the Bridal Wear category at the 40th annual American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) Spectrum & Cutting Edge Awards Gala in Tucson, Arizona on...

The second annual Grateful Hearts event, hosted by Laurye and Wayne O'Melia, raised $228,000 in support of Lee Health Heart Institute, continuing its mission to enhance cardiac care in Southwest Florida.

Harry Chapin Food Bank distributed 39.5 million pounds of food through its Feeding Network in 2024, a 10.6% increase over the prior year that equates to an additional 3 million meals served to neighbors across Southwest Florida.

The gift will help fund the planned pediatric surgery center

Barbara's Friends, Golisano Children's Hospital cancer fund, is proud to announce the establishment of the Barbara's Friends Teddy Bear Endowment Fund.

After 16 years of empowering young women in Lee County, Pace Center for Girls announces the launch of its "Every Girl Deserves" Capital Improvement Campaign, aiming to raise $1 million for vital improvements to its L. Gail Markham Building in Fort Myers.

Taylor Carpet One has once again joined the Edison Festival of Light as a supporter of the iconic event. The festival takes place from Feb. 1 through Feb. 16 with the Grand Parade happening on Saturday, Feb. 15 in downtown Fort Myers from 7-11 p.m.

The National Symphony of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and a pair of dueling pianos known as Piano Battle will headline the final two concerts of the 75th season of the Fort Myers Community Concert Association.

The Copperleaf Charitable Foundation's fifth annual Copperleaf Hunger Walk raised $60,000 to support Harry Chapin Food Bank and its mission of addressing food insecurity in Southwest Florida. Held Jan.

Lee BIA Builders Care's popular BBQ, Bands & Brew fundraising event is returning on Sunday, March 30 at Caloosa Sound Amphitheater in downtown Fort Myers.

The March 12 event supports pediatric mental and behavioral health care services

Lee Health Foundation has hired Jacob Reyes as stewardship associate. A 2024 graduate of Lee Health's Project SEARCH program, Reyes exemplifies the values of determination, growth and connection fostered through this school-to-work transition initiative.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County has received seven donations of $75,000 or above from corporate and philanthropic partners to support its Park Meadows Capital Campaign.

Better Together, a nonprofit dedicated to families and children, has announced this year's sponsors and remaining tickets for its 'Night of a Million Dreams' gala from 6 to 10 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 20 at The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón.

The 9th Annual MarineMax Yacht Gala raised $425,565 through silent and live auctions, bringing the total raised since 2016 to more than $2.2 million for Golisano Children's Hospital.

The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce's monthly luncheon on Tuesday, Feb. 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. will focus on all things baseball ahead of Southwest Florida's spring training season.

Priority Marketing has added Sydney Hajek as a marketing and events coordinator to support the firm's client services and events teams.

The School District of Lee County is set to host a Transportation Job Fair for Southwest Florida job seekers from 3 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 12 at East County Regional Library, located at 881 Gunnery Road N. in Lehigh Acres.

Stevens Construction, Inc. has expanded Fort Myers operations with the addition of Project Manager Jeff Faluade, announced Daniel Adams, executive vice president and partner.