On August 4, the Fort Myers Beach Town Council took an important but often misunderstood step by approving a not-to-exceed millage rate of 1.255 mills for the upcoming fiscal year. Let me be clear: this is not a final tax increase. It is a procedural requirement that sets the upper limit for ...
In the world of banking, reaching $1 billion in total assets is often seen as a major milestone. But for a community bank, it represents more than just financial growth; it marks a shift in capacity, impact and responsibility. Unlike larger institutions, community banks are deeply rooted in ...
These days, everyone is looking for ways to save money. But one thing offered by insurance companies may cost you if you have an accident. Car insurance companies are offering clients tracking devices to gather information about the driver’s behavior, with promises that doing so can lower ...
The Lee Health Trauma Center sees nearly 5,000 patients every year, and every patient that paramedics rush into the trauma center needs immediate attention. Earlier this year, the Lee Health Trauma Center began an initiative that is saving lives – it's called whole blood. By adding whole ...
By Audubon Florida, Audubon Western Everglades, Big Waters Land Trust, Calusa Waterkeeper, Center for Biological Diversity, Conservancy of Southwest Florida, Earthjustice, Florida Wildlife Federation, Responsible Growth Management Coalition, Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF), ...
For more than 40 years, Community Cooperative has been tirelessly working to end hunger and homelessness in Southwest Florida. Thanks to your incredible support, we raised over $1 million at the 22nd Annual Sam Galloway, Jr. & Friends Soup Kitchen Benefit — a record-breaking effort that ...
