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Children First Leader Joins Fellowship Advancing Early Childhood Advocacy
Children First proudly announces that Flora Oynick, Curriculum and Instruction Manager, has been selected to join the Florida Early Childhood Advocacy Fellowship (FECAF), a statewide initiative led by the Children’s Forum to equip and empower early childhood leaders as advocates for children, families, and the early learning workforce. The year-long fellowship offers participants the opportunity to deepen their understanding of the legislative process, participate in the Children’s Forum in
News Release: Pinnacle Health and Wellness to Host Open Houose at New Business Location
Announcing Our New Location Open House! We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of our new business location and invite the community to join us for a special open-house event. The Open House will take place on August 8th at 4 PM, in our new location at 333 South Tamiami Trail, SUITE 397. This event is an excellent opportunity to tour our new facility, meet our dedicated team, and learn more about the services we offer, including Women’s Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy, Men’s Testosterone
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UBER ISP Recommends You Stay Ahead of the Storm: Is Your Business Ready?
As hurricane season looms, UBER ISP is urging businesses across Sarasota and Charlotte Counties to assess their readiness before the first storm strikes. Power outages, network disruptions, and communication failures can grind operations to a halt—unless you have a plan in place. “Ask yourself: if a storm hits tomorrow, what will you do? How will your business stay online and stay in touch?” said Erik Zimmer, UBER ISP Account Manager. “Now is the time to take control, not when the winds are already
Authentic Workplaces: A Practical Playbook to Building Healthy Company Culture
After twenty-seven years as an attorney, Tommie Jo Brode discovered a troubling truth: every "victory" in court represented a failure in the workplace. In Authentic Workplaces, she shares her transformation from winning expensive legal cases to helping organizations prevent them entirely. Drawing from her unique perspective as both a former employment attorney and current workplace consultant, Brode reveals why most workplace conflicts aren't legal problems—they're human problems that escalate due to poor
Children First Ambassador Selected for 2026 Sarasota Chamber Leadership Class
Children First proudly announces that Arianne Roberts, LMHC-QS, IMH-E®, Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist, has been selected for the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce 2026 Adult Leadership Class. Children First is a nationally recognized Program of Excellence. Through her participation in the Leadership Class, Arianne underscores her dedication to community advancement, innovative solutions, and outstanding leadership. Members of this prestigious class are selected for their notable
UBER ISP Urges Sarasota and Charlotte County Businesses to Prepare for Hurricane Season Now
Sarasota and Charlotte County businesses are being urged to act now to protect their operations ahead of the 2025 hurricane season. UBER ISP, a local provider of resilient internet and voice services, is calling on companies to take proactive steps before the next major storm strikes. "If your systems go down—how long can your business afford to be offline?" said Erik Zimmer, UBER ISP Account Manager. “Internet and communications are lifelines, and delays in preparing could mean costly downtime, lost
Meet the Team at HCA Florida Wellen ParkSM Emergency - Private Tours Now Available
Community members are invited to take a complimentary behind-the-scenes tour of HCA Florida Wellen Park Emergency, a freestanding emergency department and extension of HCA Florida Englewood Hospital. This is a unique opportunity to meet the dedicated emergency care team, explore the facility, and learn about the comprehensive services available—no appointment necessary.Tours are available Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 7070 S. Tamiami Trail in Venice. All guests will receive a
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UBER ISP Welcomes Erik Zimmer as New Account Manager to Lead Expansion
UBER ISP is proud to announce the appointment of Erik M. Zimmer as its new Account Manager. With more than 25 years of experience driving business development, sales strategy, and operational transformation, Erik brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to the team. His role will focus on expanding the UBER ISP platform throughout Florida and the Midwest, enhancing the company's reach and impact across a broad spectrum of business, government, and nonprofit sectors. Zimmer's distinguished career
The Child Protection Center Celebrates 45 Years in the Fight Against Child Abuse
?The Child Protection Center (CPC), a local nonprofit and nationally accredited Child Advocacy Center, has reached a milestone anniversary of 45 years. Since opening its doors in 1980, CPC has made a lasting impact for children and families in Sarasota and DeSoto Counties through its mission: to prevent child abuse, to intervene on behalf of abused children, and to treat survivors of child abuse. The organization has helped hundreds of thousands of children find safety and hope through its essential
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UBER ISP is Helping Businesses Stay Connected with Ultra-reliable Internet and Voice Services
Learn more about UBER ISP and how to stay Always On, Always Connected! View Video Here or click on image below. UBER ISP is helping businesses stay connected with ultra-reliable internet and voice services built for resilience, speed, and support. Call 941-499-3599 or email info@uberisp.com today to schedule your free consultation and upgrade your connectivity with confidence. For more information about UBER ISP, visit our website: uber-isp.comAbout UBER ISP UBER ISP is a leading provider
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HCA Florida Wellen Park Emergency Doctor urges fireworks safety ahead of Fourth of July celebrations
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. (July 2, 2025) — As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day, emergency room doctors are reminding families to take precautions when using fireworks, especially around children and teens.“As we approach Independence Day, it’s important to remember that fireworks, while festive, can be dangerous if not used properly,” said Dr. Andrew Rudin, an emergency physician at HCA Florida Wellen Park Emergency. “Children and teens are especially at risk, with the highest rates of
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Simulated School Bus Crash Puts Emergency Teams to the Test at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. (June 30, 2025) - HCA Florida Englewood Hospital conducted a full-scale emergency preparedness drill simulating a high school bus accident, in coordination with the Englewood Fire District and the Charlotte County Florida ARES Amateur Radio group.The exercise was designed to test and strengthen the hospital’s response to a mass casualty incident, ensuring staff and first responders are prepared to act swiftly and effectively in a real emergency.Volunteer actors portraying students, teachers
YMCA Charity Golf Classic
At the YMCA, our mission is To Put Christian Principles in to Practice through Programs that Build Healthy Spirit, Mind and Body For All. Join us for a day of golf and support the cause! Join us as a sponsor or sign up a team. Spots are limited.
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UBER ISP Rapidly Restores Connectivity for EPIC Community
Englewood, FL – When the EPIC Community Resource Center faced an unexpected closure earlier this year due to property issues at their original Englewood location (as reported by the Sun), the team sprang into action to find a new space — but moving locations came with one major challenge: getting internet and communications back up fast. That’s where UBER ISP stepped in. With the community relying on EPIC for essential services, waiting weeks for a traditional internet provider to install
The Narrative Advantage: How Smart Businesses Captivate Through Story
When oversaturated with data, pitch decks, and content churn, the business edge belongs to those who tell stories well. For businesses seeking to build trust and move people to action—whether they’re customers, backers, or team members—the story is not a garnish. It’s the main course. Audiences are not impressed by another pie chart or value proposition if it lands flat. They want to believe in something, and belief begins where narrative lives. Shaping the Origin Into Myth Every company starts
CPC Presents 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Walter Lambert
The Child Protection Center (CPC) proudly awarded its Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Walter Lambert at the annual Blue Ties & Butterflies Gala. This award honors a career dedicated to protecting children, advancing medical knowledge, and leading transformational change within Florida’s child welfare system. Dr. Lambert has served tirelessly for the past 36 years as a beacon of expertise, compassion, and commitment. As a Child Protection Team (CPT) Medical Director and Associate Statewide Medical
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Prepare for Hurricane Season with Internet Resilience from UBER ISP
As hurricane season approaches, maintaining internet connectivity becomes a top priority for businesses across Florida. Storm-related outages can severely disrupt operations, halt productivity, and cause major setbacks. UBER ISP is helping local businesses prepare with its powerful Internet Services Platform—designed to keep you connected no matter what Mother Nature throws your way. Unlike traditional single-provider setups, UBER ISP's platform uses a multi-carrier infrastructure that combines cable,
Child Protection Center Honors Four Foundations With Sapphire Award
The Child Protection Center (CPC) proudly presented the Sapphire Award at its annual Blue Ties & Butterflies gala in April, Child Abuse Prevention Month, to four exceptional foundations. The foundations were honored for their enduring support and leadership, which have helped shape the agency's 45-year legacy in the fight against child abuse. In celebration of CPC’s 45th anniversary, the Sapphire Award—named after the traditional 45th anniversary gem—was created to recognize long-standing community
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UBER ISP is proud to announce Reliable Cabinet Designs to our ever-growing family of satisfied customers.
UBER ISP is proud to announce the addition of Reliable Cabinet Designs to our ever-growing family of satisfied customers. Known for our Always On, Always Connected promise, we are dedicated to delivering reliable internet and telecommunications solutions that keep businesses running smoothly and efficiently. These new partnerships reflect our unwavering commitment to providing the connectivity that drives innovation and success in the modern business world. Reliable Cabinet Designs, located in
The CTA, BOI and FinCEN: What Does this Mean for Venice, FL Businesses?
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. Read more for details on how this may impact your business in the future. 1. Determine if