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Baptist Health Foundation Receives $5 Million Grant

Harvey WaldenCommunity Member

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CORAL GABLES, FL – March 11, 2026 – Baptist Health Foundation announced today that it has received a $5 million grant from the Elaine and Eduardo Saverin Foundation benefiting Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute. The Elaine and Eduardo Saverin Parkinson's Disease Fund will support the Institute’s Parkinson’s disease clinical care program, which will focus on medical care, research, community outreach and technological innovation for patients with Parkinson’s disease. The Foundation will be recognized with the naming of the Elaine and Eduardo Saverin Foundation Auditorium at the planned Kenneth C. Griffin Center at Miami Neuroscience Institute, to be unveiled upon the opening of the Center.

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Leadership Conference - May 8th

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Fort Myers Awarded for Financial Transparency

City of Fort Myers Recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting June 10, 2024 – The City of Fort Myers has once again been recognized for its commitment to transparent and responsible financial reporting. The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has awarded the City the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR) for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2022. The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management. The CAFR is judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program, which includes demonstrating a constructive “spirit of full disclosure” to clearly communicate its financial story. “This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our Finance Department,” said City Manager Marty Lawing. “We are committed to providing our residents with accurate and transparent financial information.” The City of Fort Myers has received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for more than 20 consecutive years. About GFOA The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) is a professional association of state, provincial, and local finance officers in the United States and Canada. GFOA has more than 21,000 members and provides resources, training, and advocacy to help finance professionals excel in their jobs.

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Lee County School Board to Discuss Budget, Policy at August Meeting

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"The School Board of Lee County will be holding its regularly scheduled meeting on August 14, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the School Board Meeting Room at the Lee County Public Education Center, 2855 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33966. The full agenda can be found on the district website."

Lee County School Board to Discuss Budget, Policy at August Meeting

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CROW's 42nd Taste of the Islands Comes to Sanibel Community Park

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"CROW’s 42nd Taste of the Islands Sunday, November 10, 2024 | 12:00PM - 5:00PM Sanibel Community Park Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) will host its 42nd Taste of the Islands on Sunday, November 10, 2024, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Sanibel Community Park, located at 2231 Periwinkle Way. This year’s event promises to be a culinary delight, featuring delectable food from a variety of local restaurants. Attendees will also enjoy live music, and family-friendly activities, all while supporting CROW’s mission to save wildlife through veterinary care, rehabilitation, education and conservation medicine."

Go Wild for Education at Lakes Park in Fort Myers Nov 2

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"Ding Darling’s 12th Annual Go Wild for Education Saturday, November 2, 2024 | 9:00AM - 12:00PM Lakes Park Join the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge for its 12th annual Go Wild for Education event on Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 9 a.m. to noon at Lakes Park in Fort Myers. This free family event will have games, crafts, and learning about wildlife with refuge rangers and volunteers. Local organizations will also host activity booths."

Woodland Nature Montessori School to Host Family Picnic

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"Family Picnic! Saturday, April 27th 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM"

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