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
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
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 (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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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
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
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.
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
UBER ISP is proud to welcome Xpertech Auto Repair as a new client, reinforcing our mission to deliver fast, secure, and resilient internet and voice services to businesses throughout Southwest Florida. As hurricane season approaches, Xpertech Auto Repair is taking proactive steps to ensure uninterrupted operations and communication by upgrading to UBER ISP’s enterprise-grade connectivity. With our 100% uptime guarantee and local support team, we’re excited to support a trusted name in the Englewood
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
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
IMPORTANT! Suncoast Humane Society Announces New Pet Adoption Hours To better serve our community - especially those with traditional daytime work schedules - Suncoast Humane Society will launch updated adoption hours beginning Monday, June 16, 2025. New Adoption Hours:Tuesday through Sunday: 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.Closed on Mondays Please note: Clinic, Intake, and Administration hours remain unchanged. We look forward to helping even more pets find loving homes during these extended hours!
VENICE, FL – [May 28, 2026] – Caldwell Trust Company is proud to honor James R. “Jim” Woods for 20 years of exceptional service on its board of Directors with a $5,000 donation to the Loveland Center, a nonprofit organization that reflects Woods’ lifelong commitment to community service and support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Jim Woods joined the Caldwell Trust Company board in 2005 following a distinguished career in higher education, healthcare, and civic
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,
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
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