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 […]
From a Motown legend and an ’80s superstar to a pair of jazz giants and back-to-back nights with one of the world’s leading orchestras—one of which features an all-time great pianist—plus the opening of an exhibition celebrating a giant of American photography, March promises a memorable month for Artis—Naples audiences. In The Baker Museum, a […]
I am so glad that this last City Council Election is finished and I hope the. candidates that were chosen will do a good job for our City. I do know but don’t understand just how ugly this election was, especially after all the candidate forums were finished. Perhaps the most upsetting to me were […]
Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) has become the first healthcare system in Florida to activate a new implantable therapy designed to treat obstructive sleep apnea, marking a significant milestone for patients who struggle with traditional treatments such as CPAP. The therapy, known as GENIO, uses gentle electrical stimulation to help keep a patient’s airway open during […]
Golden PAWS Assistance Dogs Partners with the Naples Police Department to Launch Children’s Courtroom Assistance Program Golden PAWS Assistance Dogs, a Naples-based non-profit organization that provides no cost, highly skilled assistance dogs to combat-wounded veterans, first responders and children with life-changing disabilities, is proud to announce a new partnership with the Naples Police Department to […]