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Why Wait? UBER ISP Invites Businesses to Become the Next Success Story

UBER ISP, Southwest Florida’s premier business internet provider, is encouraging local businesses to stop waiting and start saving with its resilient, always-on internet platform. Built for the unique challenges of our region—including storms, outages, and costly downtime—UBER ISP unites multiple carriers into a single, seamless solution that keeps businesses connected no matter what.  “Even Don Quixote knew that the right partner makes every quest a success,” said Sergey, Specialist at UBER ISP. “For

CPC Invites Design/Build Firms to Participate in RFP Process for New Campus of Healing Facility

The Child Protection Center, Inc. (CPC) is inviting qualified design/build firms to participate in the Request for Proposal (RFP) process for the construction of a new 6,000+ square foot facility at CPC’s Campus of Healing in North Port, Florida. This project represents a transformative step in expanding CPC’s ability to meet the growing needs of children and families impacted by abuse across Sarasota and DeSoto Counties. For over 45 years, CPC has been the only nonprofit in the region solely dedicated

Deep Creek Civic Association & Animal Welfare League Golf Classic

FORE A GREAT CAUSE!Saturday, October 25th, 2025 7:00 am Registration 8:00am Shotgun StartJoin us for a fantastic day on the greens while supporting our furry friends! The Deep Creek Civic Association has partnered with Animal Welfare League for an incredible golf tournament that combines your love of the game with helping animals in need at the Deep Creek Golf Club in Punta Gorda. All proceeds benefit DCCA and AWL.Registration Includes: Round of golf, electric cart, raffles, gift, banquet and awards

UBER ISP Welcomes Lemon Bay Women’s Club as Newest Client, Bringing Reliable Internet to a Historic Local Landmark

UBER ISP Welcomes Lemon Bay Woman’s Club as Newest Client, Bringing Reliable Internet to a Historic Local Landmark   UBER ISP, Southwest Florida’s premier business internet resilience provider, is proud to announce its newest partnership with the Lemon Bay Woman’s Club. Founded in 1918, the Club is a cornerstone of Englewood’s cultural and civic history, hosting community events, educational programs, and charitable initiatives.  With this partnership, UBER ISP will deliver a storm-resilient,

UBER ISP Helps Businesses Cut Costs and Boost Efficiency

UBER ISP Helps Businesses Cut Costs and Boost Efficiency Most businesses switching to UBER ISP are saving money every month—and gaining reliability at the same time. By uniting multiple internet service providers into one seamless platform, UBER ISP delivers high-speed connections, built-in redundancy, and simplified management that helps small and mid-sized businesses keep costs low and productivity high. Traditional single-provider setups leave businesses vulnerable to outages, costly downtime, and

News Release: 9/18/2025

Child Protection Center Celebrates Executive Director’s 30 Years of Service

?The Child Protection Center, Inc. (CPC) proudly announces the 30th anniversary of Executive Director Doug Staley’s service to the agency, marking three decades of unwavering dedication to protecting children from abuse and strengthening families. Doug began his journey at CPC in January 1995 as an intern facilitating parenting classes, an opportunity guided by Dr. Kay Glasser. Just months later, he joined the staff as a part-time Case Coordinator, supporting both the Child Protection Team and Therapy

San Pedro Oktoberfest 2025 Tickets on Sale Now! Save $5 with Early Bird Purchase!

Oktoberfest is Coming!  Get ready for a fun-filled afternoon!  Enjoy live music by the DeLeon Oktoberfest band, The Boogiemen, mouthwatering food, baked goods, line dancing with instruction, Oktoberfest trivia, pie-eating contest, facepainting, cornhole, games for all ages, door prizes, and beer! Early Bird Special: Save $5 off admission when you pre-order your tickets by October 15! Purchase on-line here:  https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/san-pedro-oktoberfest--2025 Bring your friends and family,

START of SC, Inc announces TOY DRIVE to support Jessy's Toy Box

TOYS TO THE RESCUE! Start of SC, Inc is sponsoring a drive to collect new toys, games, and books for local nonprofit, Jessy's Toy Box which benefits local kids in hospital or medical treatment centers.  The campaign to fill the back of an ambulance ends October 31.  Any NPACC member who would be able to "host" a decorated collection box, or if you would like to donate, please contact startofsc.outreach@gmail.com. 

UBER ISP says: ''Don’t Let Your Internet Go Down with the Storm — Is Your Internet Storm-Proof?''

As hurricane season approaches, UBER ISP is warning Charlotte and Sarasota County businesses not to overlook one of their most critical assets: internet connectivity. When the winds pick up and the power goes out, will your business stay online—or go dark? “Too many companies don’t realize the risk until it’s too late,” said Erik Zimmer, UBER ISP. “If your internet goes down with the storm, so does your ability to operate, communicate, and recover.” UBER ISP delivers storm-proof internet and voice

Get Ready! San Pedro Parish Octoberfest 2025!

We are seeking sponsors, advertisers and craft exhibitors for one of North Port’s largest festivals!!  Great opportunity to promote your business for as little as $100!!!  For more information, contact us at events@sanpedrocc.org or 941-426-2500!  Additional information can be found here: https://sanpedrocc.org/octoberfest-2025/.  

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

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

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

Xpertech Auto Repair Chooses UBER ISP for Reliable Business Connectivity in Englewood, Florida

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

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

UBER ISP Helps Businesses Stay Online by Tackling Costly Internet Outages

Venice, FL – In today’s digital economy, even a brief internet outage can cost small and mid-sized businesses thousands in lost revenue, productivity, and customer trust. UBER ISP, a leading provider of business internet and voice solutions, is stepping up with advanced multi-pathing technology to help companies remain Always On, Always Connected—even during network disruptions or extreme weather events. UBER ISP’s resilient connectivity platform integrates multiple providers, including fiber,

UBER ISP: Ensuring Business Continuity Through Any Storm

Ensuring Business Continuity Through Any Storm At UBER ISP, we understand that uninterrupted connectivity is essential for your business—especially during extreme weather events. That’s why our Unified Bandwidth Enhanced Resiliency Internet Services Platform is designed to keep you online before, during, and after the storm.   How UBER ISP Keeps Your Business Connected Multi-Carrier ConnectivityWe integrate multiple internet providers—including satellite and 5G—so if one network fails, another takes

UBER ISP Welcomes Arnold Insurance as a Valued Client in Port Charlotte

UBER ISP, a leading provider of high-speed business internet and telecommunications solutions, is proud to announce Arnold Insurance as the newest addition to its growing family of satisfied clients. Located in the heart of Port Charlotte, Arnold Insurance is a trusted name in providing comprehensive coverage and peace of mind to individuals and businesses alike. Specializing in Home, Flood and Auto Insurance. Experience insurance like never before!  With this partnership, UBER ISP will equip Arnold

UBER ISP is excited to welcome St. Paul's Presbyterian Church to our growing network of customers.

UBER ISP is excited to welcome a new business, St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, to our growing network of customers who trust us to keep them Always On, Always Connected. As a leader in reliable internet and telecommunications services, we take pride in empowering local companies with the connectivity they need to thrive in today’s digital-driven marketplace. From small businesses to large enterprises, UBER ISP is dedicated to delivering fast, dependable, and scalable solutions tailored to meet the

Field With Love All-Natural Pet Treats at Shop Local North Port Market & Healthy Pet Products!

Field With Love All-Natural Pet TreatsAvailable at Shop Local North Port Market and Healthy Pet Products!! Where love meets quality for your furry best friends!  At Field With Love, every pet treat is lovingly handcrafted using limited, healthy ingredients to keep tails wagging and hearts happy. From baking to dehydrating to freeze-drying, we do it all ourselves to ensure premium quality for your furry companions. Driven by a passion for pet wellness, Field With Love is committed to using only the finest

Therapy dogs celebrated for ‘pawsitivity’ on National Dog Day at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital

Having a 'ruff' day? This will make you smile.  For 15 years, pet therapy dogs and their handlers have been valued members of the animal therapy program at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital. They visit the hospital three times monthly and have touched countless lives of patients, their loved ones and care teams.  To celebrate International Dog Day, hospital colleagues collected seven boxes of food and supplies for the Suncoast Humane Society, which provides this service. The canine caregivers enjoyed a party

Innovative Treatment Now Offered at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital for Carotid Artery Disease Less Invasive Procedure Reduces Risk for Stroke

ENGLEWOOD, Fla. March 5, 2024 – Two years ago, Tom Roberts suffered a heart attack and had successful bypass surgery. Since then, he's lived an active life in Southwest Florida, golfing, biking and taking up tennis. During a routine visit to the cardiologist recently, evidence of carotid artery disease was found even though he had no symptoms.  Carotid artery disease occurs when plaque builds up in one or two main arteries that come directly from the heart and provide blood to the brain. If left

Community Leader Erin Halstead Named Chair of the HCA Florida Englewood Hospital Board of Trustees

ENGLEWOOD, Fla. February 8, 2024 – Erin Halstead has been named chairperson for the Board of Trustees for HCA Florida Englewood Hospital. Additionally, Jaclyn Nadler, M.D., has been appointed to a three-year term as a board member.    Both are leaders in the community and their professional roles. They will advise hospital leadership on quality and operations. The board follows standards set by The Joint Commission, a global driver of quality improvement and patient safety through the accreditation of

Heart Transplant Recipient Steven Bradley Encourages Others to Live Every Day with Gratitude

Steven Bradley, a 63-year-old Florida resident, encourages others to live every day with gratitude. He shared his story of survival with community members attending a recent Wellness Series event hosted by HCA Florida Englewood Hospital.  Thirty years ago, Steven was diagnosed with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), a thickening of the lower main pumping chamber of the heart (the left ventricle). He is a grateful heart recipient today, providing hope to other patients needing transplants.   In April 2022,

HCA Florida Englewood Hospital Demonstrates Commitment to Community Through Volunteering and Giving in 2023

ENGLEWOOD, Fla. January 11, 2024 – HCA Florida Englewood Hospital is proud to announce its remarkable impact on Charlotte and Sarasota Counties in 2023 through the dedicated volunteer efforts of its colleagues, strategic partnerships and generous donations.  Joe Rudisill, CEO of HCA Florida Englewood Hospital, expressed enthusiasm about the hospital’s impact, stating, “Not only do we provide compassionate care for the patients that visit our hospital, but we also strive to make the community where we live

HCA Florida Englewood Hospital donated $5,000 to Habitat for Humanity of South Sarasota County and participated in Women Build to help build stronger communities and healthier tomorrows in our region.

HCA Florida Englewood Hospital donated $5,000 to Habitat for Humanity of South Sarasota County and participated in Women Build to help build stronger communities and healthier tomorrows in our region.Watch the video ENGLEWOOD, Fla. October 30, 2023 – Many families can only dream of is a space to feel welcome and safe. A backyard for children to play in. A new beginning. A place to call home.  HCA Florida Englewood Hospital CEO Joe Rudisill and a team of women caregivers donned hard hats, gloves and swung