Coverage of business in Fort Myers focuses on corporate mergers, store closures, startups and local commerce. Reporting here follows the shifting economic landscape and the activity of companies across the region.
The 6th Annual Build My Future event introduced high school students to construction careers at JetBlue Park.
Live Poll
Do you think young people in your area have good job options without a college degree?
A pilot program gives qualifying veterans discounted bus fares using a designated Veterans Discount TropiCard.
Live Poll
Do you prefer buying food from local farmers market vendors or from their permanent storefronts?
The local chicken salad business opens its first brick-and-mortar storefront in a Fort Myers plaza.
Live Poll
Do you support designating local public highways in honor of former presidents?
A new sign marking the honorary highway designation has been placed at a busy downtown intersection.
Live Poll
Is now a good time for your community to spend $100 million on a police headquarters?
The city has officially begun construction on a modern police facility exceeding $100 million in total cost.
Live Poll
Do you believe community food drives are the best way to address local food insecurity?
The Fort Myers organization is collecting nonperishable food items throughout the month of October.
Coverage takes in industry reports, commercial development, organizational leadership changes and the financial health of the region. Reporting reaches across the city and the communities around it. Seasonality plays a significant role in commerce here, as visitor patterns and the arrival of seasonal residents influence everything from hiring to retail revenue. Real estate and construction activity remain the primary drivers of commercial stories in this market.
