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Women in Business extends nomination deadline for 2020 APEX Awards
Nominations to close May 1 FORT MYERS, Fla. (April 8, 2020) – Want to brighten your day by honoring an exceptional woman in business? The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce’s Women in Business committee is seeking nominations for its 2020 APEX Awards, an annual awards event that recognizes outstanding women in the Greater Fort…
Norman Love Confections is ready to sweeten Mom's Day with love
FORT MYERS, Fla. (April 8, 2020) – Norman Love Confections’ is a great way to send love to mothers near and far, particularly if you are unable to be together. Norman Love Confections is introducing its limited-edition 2020 Mother’s Day Collection featuring 10 rich ganache-filled eggs in white, dark and milk chocolate as a sweet…
SFWMD Governing Board Hosting Online Monthly Workshop and Business Meeting This Week
Meetings will include online public engagement as part of SFWMD's efforts to engage public and stakeholders while preventing potential spread of COVID-19 The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) Governing Board invites the public to participate online for its upcoming Governing Board Workshop and Monthly Business Meeting this week. Both the Workshop and Business Meeting will be held online only using Zoom, a free online meeting tool. The Workshop is Wednesday, April 8 at 1 p.m. and…
PRIMARY-CARE DOCTORS' CONCERN FOR CHRONICALLY ILL PATIENTS DURING SAFER-AT-HOME ORDER: NOW IS NOT THE TIME TO SKIP APPOINTMENTS
April 3, 2020 – Millennium Physician Group, a statewide provider of primary care is concerned Florida residents with chronic illnesses might postpone their healthcare needs during the “safer-at-home” order, potentially causing their conditions to rapidly deteriorate, making them more susceptible to COVID-19. “Healthcare is considered an essential service and Millennium remains open during this stay-at-home…
A Message to Our Clients and Friends - Henderson Franklin
These are unprecedented and challenging times. The health and safety of our clients, friends, attorneys, and staff are always our number one priority. To help slow the spread of the virus (#FlattenTheCurve), and protect the communities in which we live and work, Henderson Franklin is taking the following proactive measures and implementing the following policies…
International Firm Launches Virtual Training Amidst COVID-19 Impact
Allyn International supports the supply chain industry by launching complimentary, introductory virtual training. FORT MYERS, Fla. (March 2020) – Allyn International Services Inc., a supply chain services firm, has launched complimentary, introductory virtual supply chain training. As the coronavirus outbreak has caused international lockdowns, Allyn opened its courses to the professional network in an effort…
SFWMD Temporarily Closing CREW Lands in Southwest Florida to Protect Public Safety, Reduce Potential Spread of COVID-19
The health and safety of visitors, employees, residents and partners are our top priorities. As part of ongoing efforts to help prevent the potential spread of COVID-19 and protect public safety, the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) will temporarily close public access to the following District-managed properties, effective at 6 p.m. (ET) on Saturday,…
The 27th Annual Boston Red Sox Celebrity Golf Classic raises $525,000 for Kids' Minds Matter
FORT MYERS, Fla. (April 3, 2020) – The 27th annual Boston Red Sox Celebrity Golf Classic and Tee Party offered baseball fans the opportunity to meet players from the Red Sox and raised more than $525,000 for Kids’ Minds Matter. The Tee Party was Feb. 17 at the newly renovated The Forest Country Club and…
COVID-19 Requires Everyone Coming Together, Habitat for Humanity Donates PPE to Lee Health
FORT MYERS, Fla. (April 3, 2020) – Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Hendry Counties donated 375 hazmat suits, 120 pieces of eyewear, and 40 boxes of medical-grade disposable gloves to Lee Health. With an accelerating spread of the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic occurring in Southwest Florida, many local hospitals are experiencing a shortage of essential medical…
Lee BIA Builders Care Welcomes Crystal Stouten as Executive Director
FORT MYERS, Fla. (April 6, 2020) – Crystal Stouten has been appointed executive director for Lee BIA Builders Care, the nonprofit charitable arm of the Lee Building Industry Association (BIA). In her role, Stouten will work with contractors and local businesses to secure in-kind services, as well as monetary and material donations, to help Lee…