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SWFL Business Alliance – Singles Meetup

SWFL Business Alliance – Singles Meetup

📅 Date: 4th Thursday of each Month⏰ Time: 6-8 PM📍 Location: Escondido Tequila & Mezcal Bar1617 Hendry St #102, Fort Myers, FL 33901 Looking to expand your professional network and meet like-minded singles in Southwest Florida? Join the SWFL Business Network for an exciting evening of great conversations, meaningful connections, and opportunities to grow personally […]

SWFL Business Alliance – Under 40 Networking Event

SWFL Business Alliance – Under 40 Networking Event

Calling All Business Professionals Under 40! What’s It About:Join fellow professionals at our monthly Under 40 Event to grow your business, make meaningful connections, and have fun in a supportive environment. Location:SOcial HOuse (SOHO) – Downtown Fort Myers Schedule: Second Thursday of each month Why Attend:Your career’s success is built on the relationships you nurture. […]

SWFL Business Network – Weekly Friday Breakfast Connection Meeting

SWFL Business Network – Weekly Friday Breakfast Connection Meeting

What’s It About:A casual, come-and-go networking breakfast designed to spark new business connections in a welcoming and professional environment. Location:Cadeau Cafe10650 Metro Pkwy, Ste 101Fort Myers, FL 33966 Schedule:Arrival: Anytime between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AMFlexibility: Drop in when you can and leave when you need to What to Bring: Start your Friday with meaningful conversations, new […]

SWFL Business Network – Weekly Wednesday Lunch Connection Meeting

SWFL Business Network – Weekly Wednesday Lunch Connection Meeting

What’s It About:A relaxed networking lunch for industry professionals to connect, share ideas, and support one another. Location:OVERTIME Pizzeria and Sports Pub1708 Cape Coral Pkwy W #1, Cape Coral, FL 33914 Schedule: What to Bring: Join us to expand your network and build meaningful connections!

Florida: The Living Library 

Florida: The Living Library 

By: Richard Erschik Florida isn’t just known for sunshine, beaches, and palm trees, it’s also home to one of the greatest living resources of wisdom in the country: SENIORS. With one of the highest concentrations of retirees in the United States, Florida is more than a retirement destination—it’s a living library of life experiences waiting […]

City of LaBelle Discontinues Fluoride Addition to Municipal Water Supply

City of LaBelle Discontinues Fluoride Addition to Municipal Water Supply

The City of LaBelle announces that, effective immediately,fluoride will no longer be added to the municipal water supply. This decision follows a comprehensive review of water treatment practices, communityfeedback, and updated regulatory guidance. After careful consideration, city officialsdetermined that discontinuing the fluoridation process aligns with the evolving needs andpreferences of our residents while continuing to […]

Municipal Equipment Company (MECO Fire) Donates Helmets to Cadet Post 102

Municipal Equipment Company (MECO Fire) Donates Helmets to Cadet Post 102

Cadets at the Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District are wearing new, state-of-the-art fire helmets thanks to an equipment donation from the Municipal Equipment Company (MECO Fire). This donation has a meaningful impact on the program, providing the cadets with the necessary equipment to train safely, participate in competitions, and prepare for fire school. […]

Invitation to Attend – Community Youth Hero Award Presentation

Invitation to Attend – Community Youth Hero Award Presentation

The Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District invites you to attend a presentation of our Community Youth Hero Award. The presentation will take place at Station 101 (1000 Joel Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FL, 33936) on Monday, July 7th, at 10:00 am. Our honoree is 13-year-old Dayton Diaz, who will be recognized for his calm […]

Lee County Parks & Recreation reminds swimmers of a delayed opening at San Carlos Community Pool

Lee County Parks & Recreation reminds swimmers of a delayed opening at San Carlos Community Pool

Lee County Parks & Recreation is reminding swimmers that the San Carlos Community Pool, 8208 Sanibel Blvd., Fort Myers, will have a delayed opening on Friday, July 4. The pool will open at noon and remain open until 5 p.m. The delayed start allows pool staff to participate in the annual San Carlos Park Fourth […]

On the Ground at Sebring: Racing, Innovation, and Human Spirit

On the Ground at Sebring: Racing, Innovation, and Human Spirit

By: Katrina Salokar | East Lee County News  On May 16, 2025, I visited Sebring International Raceway on the first day of an exciting weekend-long series hosted by SRO Motorsports Group, one of the premier organizers in global sports car racing. This prep day offered a unique opportunity to speak with instructors, drivers, and crew […]

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