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After years of hiatus, Jennifer Rena Bennett, owner of Matlacha's Island Flair, has partnered with the Matlacha Civic Association to resurrect Matlacha's Art Walk. Its resurgence returned to the small island on June 13, 2025. Since then, the event has gained increased attention with an intrinsic goal of rejuvenating and reinvigorating the quaint business community, home to the historic fishing village, during the times of stability prior to the cavalcade of hurricanes Ian, Helene and Milton—all of which impacted the low-lying island in different ways.
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A new, four-year rate agreement for FPL approved by the Florida Public Service Commission Thursday will raise a typical 1,000-kWh residential customer's bill about two percent a month or about $2.50. The agreement sets rates for 2026 through 2029 and was developed in collaboration with a coalition of customer groups. The typical residential customer bill will go from the current $134.14 to $136.64.
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Lennar Homes built more than 500 homes in Seminole Tribe reservations spanning multiple Florida counties.
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A new study shows that Florida residents stand a good chance of outliving their retirement savings.
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Free legal help offered at Sarasota library covering three key areas of law.
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Two Charlotte companies vie for 'coolest thing made in Florida'
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The Bureau of Labor Statistics report for the period ending in April 2025 shows Naples/Marco Island at a loss of .6 percent.
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Florida Power & Light has a few tips for avoiding common utility scams - which may take the form of fake websites, suspicious phone calls, or fraudulent door to door salesmen.
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5/3 Bank presented babies born May 3 with a goodie bag that included $1,053.
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Lee County residents can check their property ownership quickly and easily.
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