In the spring of 2017, and grieving the recent death of my son, I received a welcome phone call: “Hello dear heart, this is Carlynn ‘Polly’ Crews. I am the oldest Gold Star Mother in the state of Florida…” Little did I know how that phone call would change my life. Polly shared about receiving […]
Snowbirds flocking to South Florida soon are fleeing from wintry winds and ultimately snow flurries. Those of us who reside here in the Naples area full time can only chuckle at these woes besetting northern folks. Winter season is coming here too—but for Floridians, it means an occasional jacket and closed toes shoes. We’re spoiled. Still, […]
Dear Artsperts, My grandkids are in town for winter break, and I would like to take them to see some art while they are here. They are in elementary school and preschool. Do you have any suggestions on where they could experience some art that’s age appropriate for them? Sincerely, Art Seeking Gigi Dear Gigi, […]
The mission of the Leadership Collier Foundation (LCF) of the Greater Naples Chamber is to activate the potential of leaders to build a stronger Collier County. The LCF builds a broad-based network of community leaders who enhance their leadership abilities and skills through continuing education, shared perspectives, and community involvement to enable them to work […]
Over 2,000 Christmases have occurred since the birth of Jesus Christ, but few saw the future of humanity hanging so precariously in the balance as did the Christmas of 1941. That Christmas came only weeks after the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor on December 7th. By December 24th, there was little guarantee that the Allied […]
Have you ever thought about having a conversation with your teen self and one of her friends? I was researching quotes from my grandfather, Cory Osceola, and came upon an article about my friend, Lucy Bowers and I. Written in August of 1986, I was 18 and Lucy was 17. The headline was, “Young Seminoles […]
Despite the upcoming holiday season, my office has never been busier, serving the people of Southwest Florida. Whether it’s protecting Florida’s natural resources and waterways or protecting the tax dollars of hardworking Southwest Floridians from being used on progressive pet projects, my office has consistently led the fight to ensure we’re advancing the principles of […]
I will share with you a true story that I would have never imagined would happen to me. It’s not necessarily about the fact that it happened to me, but the impact that it had. It started while we were vacationing in New York from the end of July through mid-October. I am constantly checking […]
What a wonderful time to be in Naples. It is literally sparkling with lights of many colors and bustling with excitement. December in general and especially at Christmas brings the world to our doorsteps. The options for activities are limitless and the blending of dialects on the street is beautiful. This year will be more […]
NCH Baker Hospital and NCH North Naples Hospital have both received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for fall 2021. This national distinction recognizes our achievements in protecting patients from harm and error in the hospital. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is the only hospital ratings program based exclusively on hospital prevention of medical errors […]