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Feet walking along the shoreline at sunset near a luxury Fort Myers Beach vacation rental

Luxury Fort Myers Beach Vacation Rental: Your 7-Day Dream Getaway Told by Me, Seaclusion

Welcome to Seaclusion at Island Shores, where every moment is crafted to help you unwind, reconnect, and discover joy. As the top-floor condo hosting your stay, I’ve watched countless sunsets and heard stories of transformation unfold right here. Let me show you what your stay could feel like. Over the years, guests have shared tales […]

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Community gathering at McGregor’s Public House in Fort Myers, Florida

Fort Myers & Lee County Grow When We Buy Local

Growing up, many of us learned to keep money in the family. I earned a weekly allowance by doing chores, and I learned how to budget. When I ran out but still wanted sunflower seeds and baseball cards with friends, I asked my parents for extra work. Mom drove the red clay roads of Southwest […]

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Graduate student celebrating achievement in front of city buildings in Southwest Florida

Empowering people, enriching communities: Education’s impact in Southwest Florida

Education in Southwest Florida shapes opportunity for students, families, and our workforce. It builds skills, confidence, and community from Fort Myers to Cape Coral and Bonita Springs. As Emerson wrote, what lies within us matters most. Education helps people develop that potential and put it to work. Key Takeaways (TL;DR) Education in Southwest Florida starts […]

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Overcoming Loneliness in Fort Myers

Feeling connected to the Fort Myers community started the day I laced up my shoes and took a walk. For me, overcoming loneliness in Fort Myers began with a simple habit, getting outside and saying hello. After 14 years building a local real estate investment firm, I stepped away in January 2021 while dealing with […]

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