Many of you are asking about the effects of mosquito control treatments on our area’s bees and other pollinators. In this article, I hope to address those questions and provide reassurance that the Collier Mosquito Control District is committed to the health and well-being of the community we serve, including the beneficial insects who call […]
So I commonly see patients who have been experiencing severe lower back pain while lying in bed. Most of the time, patients have no idea what’s causing the pain since they have not done any heavy lifting or unusual activity. Some nights the pain is so sharp that they can’t even fall asleep. Back pain […]
Although investors do not have a crystal ball, certain economic metrics can help investors and business owners make informed decisions on the direction of the economy. For instance, leading economic indicators can signal changes in the economy before they occur. One of the most well-known leading economic indicators is the Yield Curve, which conveys the […]
Summer is going by quickly with many days of afternoon rain and dramatic sunsets. Phil Fisher likes these days of colorful clouds and skies, especially. It gives him the opportunity to paint the exciting colors and light. The quiet of this time of year is nice, too. He works on paintings of birds you might […]
The busy lobby of a hospital can be a stressful place as medical staff crosses paths with patients – some happy, some not – coming and going for tests and care. Patients’ friends and families add to the mix. The main entrance at NCH Healthcare System’s Baker Downtown Naples campus is going an extra mile […]
Collectors adore discovering the imaginative artistry of jewelry designer’s original work. Where does their inspiration spring from? What exactly causes them to combine color, form, and utility together into one gemstone story? The creative jewelry artist may find inspiration simply from the world around him or her. Spying the colorful dress of a child may […]
Dear Artsperts, I have some older paintings that I just love, but I’ve been flipping through magazines and feel like I should update my great room with a more Florida contemporary feel. If I change to light gray walls and modern furniture, what should I do with my older paintings that are dark oils with […]
by Chris Wiggins, Owner, the Psychic Derailleur With Michelle Avola-Brown, Executive Director, Naples Pathways Coalition One of the perks of riding a bicycle is tuning out all the noise of everyday life. At least, that used to be the case. Increased traffic and distracted drivers have made finding your two-wheeled zen more challenging. Solitude is […]
Marjory Stoneman Douglas, author of the enduring publication The Everglades: River of Grass, was known for her humanitarian efforts before she lent her energies to the cause of protecting the swamp at the southern tip of Florida. In honor of the dedication of the Everglades National Park in 1947, Mrs. Douglas wrote a fitting tribute […]
As we close out the Summer of 2022, most of you will probably agree, it seems to get intolerably more hot with each passing year. I tried walking on the beach to get some steps in and found the sand to be equal to walking on asphalt. Now, it may be my age, but as […]