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The 8th annual Tommy Bohanon Foundation Playmakers Tailgate Party recently raised $278,000 to support student-athletes. Over 250 people took part in the fundraising event on April 30 at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon.

Internationally recognized evangelist, author and motivational speaker Nick Vujicic delivered a powerful message of faith, perseverance and purpose during his keynote address at the 2026 Southwest Florida Community Prayer Breakfast.

Annual campaign empowers female-led households with affordable homeownership

Crisis Prevention & Empowerment (CPE), a nonprofit dedicated to providing free and affordable mental health support throughout Southwest Florida, has received a $25,000 grant through the Florida Blue Foundation's Sapphire Awards program.

First-of-its-kind charter school opens this August in Lee County

he plastic manufacturing industry is undergoing a major transformation. Rising energy costs, increasing demand for precision, and growing environmental concerns are pushing manufacturers toward smarter and more efficient solutions.

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades has named Hannah Pelle as interim president and CEO following the departure of Jeannine Joy.

OPENGATE rollout mirrors successful safety efforts across Lee County schools

Jim Zache to oversee daily operations of nonprofit organization

Annual awards program recognizes Lee County's top businesses

A.N.A.'s Friends has launched a new initiative, Among Friends, to raise awareness and spark dialogue that inspires solutions to challenges impacting children and teens in Florida's foster care system.

Sarah Vosburgh has joined Priority Marketing as a marketing project coordinator to support a portfolio of clients across a variety of industries.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County's annual Evening at the Ballpark welcomed 225 guests and raised $160,000 to support programs that serve local children and teens.

Communities across the U.S. and Canada will soon celebrate Goodwill Week, taking place this year from May 3 - 9, 2026.

Premier Mobile Health Services, a nonprofit health clinic that brings essential medical care to those in need across Southwest Florida, has announced its mobile medical clinic schedule for May.

The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers has announced Kim Grabert as its chief operating officer. In this role, Grabert will oversee day-to-day operations and advance strategic initiatives for the Housing Authority.

In honor of Memorial Day, Tap 42 Craft Kitchen & Bar is inviting veterans and active-duty military, their families and the public to enjoy a weekend brunch offered May 23 through May 25.

Voting open through June 30 for Fort Myers Southwest store campaign

Tap 42 Craft Kitchen & Bar is celebrating Cinco de Mayo with festivities and specials across its Fort Myers and Naples restaurants. In Fort Myers at Bell Tower, Tap 42 is hosting a Cinco de Mayo Rooftop Party on Tuesday, May 5 from 7 to 10 p.m.

The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce has opened nominations and announced sponsorship opportunities for its 2026 Chamber Award. The awards ceremony will take place from 5 to 9 p.m.

The demand for junk boat removal service is growing across Southwest Florida.

Nova Classical STEM Academy marked a major milestone Saturday, April 18 with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony in partnership with the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce, welcoming community leaders, families and supporters to its new campus ahead..

City pressure and heavy debris prompt early morning response before scheduled flight, resulting in 5-star A++ review.

Stevens Construction has started construction of a new 60,000-square-foot, two-story medical office building and ambulatory surgery center for Lee Health, located at 9450 HealthPark Circle in Fort Myers, announced Daniel Adams, Stevens Construction...

Norman Love Confections is celebrating the art of thoughtful gifting with the launch of its 2026 Mother's Day Chocolate Collection, a limited-edition assortment of handcrafted bon bons designed to honor moms, grandmothers and cherished mother figures.

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades and the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels are teaming up to hit a home run for more than 90 partner agencies and over 260 programs supported by United Way.

Five tech-focused companies headquartered in Lee and Collier counties earned praise at the 2026 Edison Awards, generating additional buzz internationally as the region emerges as a thriving hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.

The National Association of Letter Carriers' annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive returns Saturday, May 9, giving Southwest Florida residents a simple, powerful way to help stock local food pantry shelves at a time of growing need.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County has selected Telicia Carter as its 2026 Youth of the Year, an honor given annually to a club member who exemplifies leadership, academic excellence, community service and healthy lifestyles.

Bay Street Yard, downtown Fort Myers' popular outdoor entertainment venue, is inviting guests to don their finest hats for its Kentucky Derby watch party on Saturday, May 2.

Sarah Belof has joined Priority Marketing's social media marketing team as a social media coordinator, expanding the team's efforts to partner with businesses and nonprofits to expand their reach through effective social media marketing strategies.