You can’t do much these days without running into artificial intelligence (AI), a boon or a bane – or more likely both. I counted 8 articles on AI in a recent Wall Street Journal, and I probably missed a few. The big story recently has been the frightening fact that AI is displacing American workers, […]
by Jonathon Little, MBA Director of External Affairs Each year, as seasonal residents return north for the summer, Southwest Florida prepares to welcome a different kind of visitor. Thanks to Florida’s subtropical climate, mosquitoes are present year-round, but populations begin to increase significantly during the spring months. Late spring often marks the arrival of Aedes […]
In recent years, wearing a weighted vest to exercise has been the new buzz. Seeing the vests donned while walking or running has been a common finding. There are claims stating that these vests will help the menopausal women with muscle and bone strength. Is this information documented to be true? It is a known […]
S ince opening our doors in 1956 and welcoming our first baby just two days later, NCH has grown alongside Southwest Florida, evolving with our community and caring for generations of families. Today, as our region has experienced unprecedented growth and increasing complexity in healthcare needs, we are launching a bold initiative because families deserve […]
March is Florida Bike Month, a statewide celebration of cycling as recreation, transportation, and a cornerstone of healthy living. In Naples, where sunshine and scenic routes invite us outdoors year-round, cycling is woven into daily life. But enjoying that freedom safely doesn’t happen by accident—it’s the result of thoughtful planning, community advocacy, and a shared […]
We were having dinner at Tin City when a young lady walked up to our table. Quietly, she asked my friend, “Are you Luke Dollar?” Her parents were a step behind, phone in hand to take the picture she asked for with this scientist. As Luke smiled for the photo, he asked, “Are you in […]
At Naples Airport, we are proud to be part of a community shaped by aviation pioneers whose passion and service inspire future generations. One of those individuals is retired Col. Chuck McHenry, a former Air Force fighter pilot, mentor and Naples resident whose story is deeply woven into the fabric of our airport and our […]
Most of us do it every day without giving it a second thought, yet talking is a uniquely human ability. Humans possess highly evolved brains capable of processing complex language and syntax, and we can produce a vast range of sounds and tones that allow us to form hundreds of thousands of words. To make […]
Where are the Voters? In the just finished Naples City Council election three numbers stand out 16,451 and 6,265 and 38.1. The first number 16,451 is the total of registered voters in the city of Naples. The second number 6,265 is the number of people who cast votes. The third number 38.1 is the percentage […]
When emergencies strike, law enforcement is often the first to arrive — sometimes minutes before fire or EMS. That reality drives how Collier County Sheriff ’s Office deputies are trained, equipped and expected to respond. From opioid overdoses to cardiac arrest and from choking incidents to traumatic injuries, CCSO deputies receive advanced medical training that […]