

Advancing Community Health and Economic Growth: A Message From Board Member John Gill
A Shared Vision for Hardee County’s Future As the healthcare representative on the EDC/IDA, my role is to bring forward discussions that focus on improving the health of our community,

Sarah Evers Leads First Board Meeting as CEO of The Development Group, Unveils 90-Day Plan for Organizational Excellence and Community Impact
WAUCHULA, Fla. – The The Development Group marked a new chapter in its leadership on Thursday, October 9, as Sarah Evers participated in her first board meeting as Chief Executive

Building a Skilled Workforce: A Message From Board Member Courtney Green
With my background in education and workforce development, I have seen firsthand that education is not just about personal achievement—it is the foundation of economic growth. When companies look to

Building a Brighter Future: A Message From Board Member Chris Idsardi
In 2023 the Board of County Commissioners appointed me to the Hardee County Industrial Authority (IDA) as a board member. As a citizen of the community and with a background

How Infrastructure Projects Are Enhancing Local Commerce
Ask any small business owner what makes their work harder, and the answers often sound the same: not enough foot traffic, inconsistent internet, poor visibility, or infrastructure that just hasn’t
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