South Seas to host Star-Spangled Celebration, summer stay offers

Celebrate the Fourth of July in true island style July 4-6 at South Seas as the island resort hosts a weekend filled with festive activities, live entertainment and spectacular waterfront fireworks, all set against the stunning backdrop of Captiva Island. Throughout the holiday weekend and all summer long, South Seas offers special short- and long-term.

Sunshine Ace Hardware hosting ‘We Pay Your Tax’ hurricane prep event from June 7-15

Sunshine Ace Hardware has created a nine-day “We Pay Your Tax” event designed to help Southwest Floridians prepare for the hurricane season. The company, which has 14 hardware stores under its umbrella, will cover the sales tax on hurricane supplies from June 7-15 on items like generators, batteries, flashlights, gas cans and more. “One of.

Nominations now open for the 2025 Industry Appreciation Awards

The Industry Appreciation Awards, Southwest Florida’s premiere business awards event, has begun accepting applications for its 2025 recognition program. Now in its 33rd year, the Industry Appreciation Awards recognize Lee County’s top businesses and business leaders that drive the local economy, employ the workforce and shape their industries. The awards program is sponsored by the.

NAMI Collier to partner with North Collier Fire Control & Rescue District for Mental Health Action Day

In honor of Mental Health Action Day, NAMI Collier, a nonprofit organization that provides no-cost mental health services, and the North Collier Fire Control & Rescue District are inviting first responders, businesses and community leaders to show support, raise awareness and help break the stigma that surrounds mental health on May 15. May is Mental.

Sunshine Ace Hardware to host ‘Stars & Stripes’ events over Memorial Day weekend

Sunshine Ace Hardware stores across the region will host Stars & Stripes BBQ Parties on May 24 to kick off grilling season while reflecting on the sacrifices of military veterans. The Memorial Day weekend parties will feature grill masters cooking up new recipes, including hot ‘n spicy meatballs, chicken wings, candied bacon, pepperoni pizza, poppers,.

‘Share the Shelf’ encourages seasonal residents to donate canned goods, boxed foods

Harry Chapin Food Bank has launched Share the Shelf, an end-of-spring food collection encouraging seasonal residents to donate surplus food before departing for their summer homes. Now through Friday, May 2, residents can drop off non-perishable, shelf-stable foods at Harry Chapin Food Bank’s distribution centers in Fort Myers and Naples. “Seasonal residents know to clean.

Super Bowl champion QB Joe Theismann inspires, entertains at NAMI Collier County’s 2025 Hope Shines event

Clad in both St. Patrick’s Day green and an array of fan-favorite football jerseys, hundreds of supporters of NAMI Collier County scored a “touchdown for mental wellness” at the organization’s annual “Hope Shines” event, headlined by Super Bowl champion quarterback and sports commentator Joe Theismann. The March 14 event, hosted at the Arthrex One ballroom,.

Africa 6000 International raises awareness for solutions to Africa’s water crisis at March 22 event with Fox News’ Jesse Watters

With a mission to provide clean, safe water throughout Africa, nonprofit Africa 6000 International recently hosted “Let’s Make a Splash and a Difference,” to raise awareness about the organization and its innovative solutions to end the water crisis in Africa. On World Water Day, March 22, Africa 6000 International hosted nearly 100 guests at the.