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The 2013 Love That Dress! event in Lee County marks it's 5 year anniversary with a commemorative logo.

The Multicultural Centre of Southwest Florida is hosting the first annual Mariachi 4 Backpacks FUNdraiser at Cantina Laredo at Bell Tower Shops on Thursday, May 23rd from 5:30- 8:00 p.m.

Encore Bank, in conjunction with Small Business Development Center at FGCU, is proud to announce “How to Grow Your Business in 2013”, a seminar series that offers business owners advice on business, banking and lending solutions.

The 10th anniversary Lee County Cattle Barons’ Ball exceeded its goal and raised $315,000 Saturday night to fight cancer and provide services to Southwest Florida residents who are courageously battling and surviving the disease.

Nashville recording artist and Next GAC Star winner One Night Rodeo, a country band that has adopted the battle against cancer as its primary fundraising cause, will debut a heart-tugging music video at the 2013 Lee County Cattle Barons’ Ball.

A group of seven local teenagers in the Sheriff's Youth Activities League worked with technicians at Fort Myers Harley-Davidson to restore and raffle off a 1959 Harley-Davidson Pan Head that had been seized by the Sheriff’s Office, netting $20,000.

Lee County Injury Prevention Coalition unveils new technology to help prevent impaired driving

Lee County Injury Prevention Coalition hosts Tai Chi demonstration to promote better balance, falls prevention

pearl, a Fort Myers-based integrated digital and advertising agency, welcomes Kara Morrell as Account Services Director. She is responsible to craft marketing strategy, provide client project management and act as liaison between agency and client.

Lee County Sheriff Mike Scott endorses Heather Fitzenhagen for the Florida House of Representatives in the newly formed District 78. Sheriff Scott feels Heather is a strong candidate that will positively impact her district at the state level.

The Lee County Bar Association will kick off Law Week 2012 by hosting its annual Law in the Mall event on Saturday, April 28th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Edison Mall located at 4125 Cleveland Avenue.

Three graduates of the Southwest Florida MicroEnterprise project are receiving startup grants of $2,500 each from Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida and Lee County Human Services.

Join Trinity Lutheran Church as they host a book shower to benefit the Early Learning Coalition of Southwest Florida and the children of Lee County on Saturday, November 12th from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.

Voices for Kids of Southwest Florida, Inc. and Presenting Sponsor ICI Insurance Center, Inc., Danielli Martel, Agent, are pleased to announce the 2011 Voices’ Red & White Gala to be held on Saturday, November 5th at 6PM at Royal Palm Yacht Club.

Attorney Keith Grossman is pleased to announce the grand opening of his law practice in Fort Myers. The new practice, named Grossman Law & Conflict Management, is located at 7270 College Parkway, Suite One.

Bill Blevins, Lee County Market Executive for Encore National Bank, will be guest speaker at a seminar entitled “Financing Your Business and How to Get a Commercial Loan” scheduled for Sept 22 at 5:30pm at the Hilton Garden Inn in Fort Myers.

The 2013 Love That Dress! event in Lee County marks it's 5 year anniversary with a commemorative logo.

The Multicultural Centre of Southwest Florida is hosting the first annual Mariachi 4 Backpacks FUNdraiser at Cantina Laredo at Bell Tower Shops on Thursday, May 23rd from 5:30- 8:00 p.m.

Encore Bank, in conjunction with Small Business Development Center at FGCU, is proud to announce “How to Grow Your Business in 2013”, a seminar series that offers business owners advice on business, banking and lending solutions.

Lee County welcomes real-life heroes As Wounded Warriors participate in baseball fantasy camp with former Boston Red Sox players this week.

For those students considering a career in the law, Mock Trial Competitions offer invaluable experience and a taste of what’s ahead.

Three local community leaders have joined the board of directors for Hope HealthCare Services.

The 10th anniversary Lee County Cattle Barons’ Ball exceeded its goal and raised $315,000 Saturday night to fight cancer and provide services to Southwest Florida residents who are courageously battling and surviving the disease.

Hope HealthCare Services announces Tamara DeCaro as director of Hope Care and Jill Waruszewski as director of Hope Comfort Care.

Nashville recording artist and Next GAC Star winner One Night Rodeo, a country band that has adopted the battle against cancer as its primary fundraising cause, will debut a heart-tugging music video at the 2013 Lee County Cattle Barons’ Ball.

A group of seven local teenagers in the Sheriff's Youth Activities League worked with technicians at Fort Myers Harley-Davidson to restore and raffle off a 1959 Harley-Davidson Pan Head that had been seized by the Sheriff’s Office, netting $20,000.

Lee County Injury Prevention Coalition unveils new technology to help prevent impaired driving

Sandy Robinson, president of Northern Trust’s Fort Myers office, has been elected chairman of the board of directors for Hope HealthCare Services.

Lee County Injury Prevention Coalition hosts Tai Chi demonstration to promote better balance, falls prevention

Local optometrist, Dr. Sandi Eveleth, sets her sights on a second career as “Digi-Doc” at KISSyourWeb.com.

The Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA), Southwest Florida Chapter welcomes the Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau's (VCB) marketing team on August 14 to guide us through social media marketing for businesses.

pearl, a Fort Myers-based integrated digital and advertising agency, welcomes Kara Morrell as Account Services Director. She is responsible to craft marketing strategy, provide client project management and act as liaison between agency and client.

Lee County Sheriff Mike Scott endorses Heather Fitzenhagen for the Florida House of Representatives in the newly formed District 78. Sheriff Scott feels Heather is a strong candidate that will positively impact her district at the state level.

The Lee County Bar Association will kick off Law Week 2012 by hosting its annual Law in the Mall event on Saturday, April 28th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Edison Mall located at 4125 Cleveland Avenue.

New crib safety laws have been put into action. To ensure all safety procedures were met, The Early Learning Coalition used funds made available through a United Way grant to purchase and donate 173 cribs to local childcare providers.

Neal Communities Announces its Plans to Build in Southern Florida

Three graduates of the Southwest Florida MicroEnterprise project are receiving startup grants of $2,500 each from Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida and Lee County Human Services.

Blessings in a Backpack is excited to extend a public invitation to their 3rd Annual Girls’ Night Out event on Friday, February 3rd at Harley-Davidson of Fort Myers. This one-of-a-kind evening event will take place from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Join Trinity Lutheran Church as they host a book shower to benefit the Early Learning Coalition of Southwest Florida and the children of Lee County on Saturday, November 12th from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.

Hope HealthCare Services is offering a caregiver support group, to explore ways of coping with many of the emotional and physical issues that accompany the role of caregiver. This new support group is open to anyone in a caregiver role, at no cost.

Voices for Kids of Southwest Florida, Inc. and Presenting Sponsor ICI Insurance Center, Inc., Danielli Martel, Agent, are pleased to announce the 2011 Voices’ Red & White Gala to be held on Saturday, November 5th at 6PM at Royal Palm Yacht Club.

Local talent - adults and kids - are invited to come out for an open casting call Saturday, October 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., to audition for roles for the upcoming Herb Strauss Theater season.

Attorney Keith Grossman is pleased to announce the grand opening of his law practice in Fort Myers. The new practice, named Grossman Law & Conflict Management, is located at 7270 College Parkway, Suite One.

Fort Myers Floral Designs is giving away a fresh bouquet of roses to anyone who brings in a teddy bear through National Teddy Bear day on September 9th for use by the Sheriff’s Department to comfort children in the aftermath of tragic accidents.

There will be a special appearance by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cheerleaders at the weigh-in ceremony at Matanza's Inn on Fort Myers Beach on September 17. Photographic opportunities will be available for anglers and guests.

Bill Blevins, Lee County Market Executive for Encore National Bank, will be guest speaker at a seminar entitled “Financing Your Business and How to Get a Commercial Loan” scheduled for Sept 22 at 5:30pm at the Hilton Garden Inn in Fort Myers.

The Southwest Florida Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association has named Erin Comerford as its "Rising Star" award recipient for 2011. Comerford is the Public Affairs Coordinator for the Lee County Port Authority, and the FPRA treasurer.

The Northwest Cape Coral Neighborhood Association, Inc. (NWNA) will meet at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 21, 2011 at Mariner High School cafeteria located at 701 Chiquita Blvd. North (corner of Tropicana Blvd.) 33993.

More than 2,800 Lee County elementary, middle, and high school students took part in a Goodwill donation drive, collecting 23,518 pounds of gently-used goods which will be re-sold to provide revenue for Goodwill’s mission.

Alliance for the Arts, The Object Show – An Invitational, will show December 3rd-31st, featuring three-dimensional art created by over 25 area artists. A special opening reception for The Object Show will be held on December 10th from 5:00-7:30PM.

Soon the Alliance for the Arts will roll out the red for their 8th Annual Angels of the Arts Awards on May 2, 2011, at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre. But first, the community must speak up and nominate individuals or businesses to be considered.

International artist and educator, Anna Tomczak will be exhibiting her Photographic Image Transfers in Gatherings – Anna Tomczak at the Alliance for the Arts, January 7th through January 29th.

Ted Todd Insurance Agency introduces Jeff East to their team as Director of Operations.

Blessings in a Backpack awarded generous grant from Ronald McDonald House Charities.

Children's Advocacy Center of Southwest Florida receives generous grant from Macy's.

Redken's Art of Consultation Program designed to develop client’s perfect hairstyle.

Saturday & Sunday, January 8th & 9th, 2011, Rain or Shine

All proceeds benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County.

Barnes & Noble Booksellers host holiday book drive from November 23rd to December 31st.

Company received Firm of the Year, Award of Unbuilt Merit in Architecture and Associate of the Year.

Title Sponsor of “Spectrum/Mo-Town Tribute” Concert

March of Dimes Bikers for Babies Brings Riders Together on November 7th

Early Learning Coalition Partners with Barnes & Noble Bookstores to Host Book Fairs

Harley-Davidson of Fort Myers Partcipates in All Four Events

2nd Annual Girls Night Out Event & Fall Fashion Show Raise Awareness & Funds

Crowne Plaza Hotel announces Shoeless Joes as the new official home for the SWFL Gator Club.