I am always drawn to the idea of beginnings. Beginnings are powerful, carrying hope, possibility, and the promise of what lies ahead. At The Immokalee Foundation, our work begins with early literacy intervention, one of the most essential building blocks of a child’s life and one of the strongest predictors of future success. The ability […]
by Aaron Schultz Warrior Homes of Collier For many veterans, the transition from the military back to civilian life can be devastating. Tens of thousands across the nation are currently homeless. Some sources cite nearly 20% of combat vets turning to heavy drinking and drugs, driven by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and adjustment challenges, with […]
When the lights dim and the curtain rises at The Naples Players, audiences see polished performances and powerful stories unfold on stage. What they don’t always see is the extraordinary community of volunteers who make every moment possible. In 2025 alone, more than 800 volunteers dedicated over 80,000 hours to The Naples Players, supporting more […]
They are ubiquitous. Those annoying, buzzing things that look like mosquitoes from afar and come in all sizes and invade our lives in every way imaginable. They’re called drones and they’ve been around for a long time. The first recoverable “unmanned aerial vehicle” was developed just after World War I by the U.S. Navy and […]
by Jonathon Little, MBA Director of External Affairs The Collier Mosquito Control District works to protect public health and comfort by suppressing disease-carrying and nuisance mosquito populations using the safest and most cost-effective methods available. A critical part of that mission involves tracking mosquito-borne illnesses locally, across Florida, throughout the United States, and even worldwide. […]
There are many sports that people participate in that torque the body. Torque is a force that causes rotation or torsion and in golf this occurs with every swing. Golf incorporatesa combination of movements from your toes all the way up the chain to your head. The combination of trunk and pelvis rotation with the […]
Offering One of the Most Advanced Cancer Treatments Available I’m excited to share that Naples Comprehensive Health’s (NCH) new Gynecologic Oncology program is now offering HIPEC (hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy), bringing one of the nation’s most advanced and specialized cancer therapies to Collier County. The treatment is usually only available at select cancer centers, but with […]
By Jasmine Pagano, Wellness Program Supervisor at DLC Wellness Institute at David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health Many of us have been taught that putting everyone else’s needs before our own is the best way to be a good friend, partner or employee. We worry that prioritizing our own needs will be perceived as selfish […]
The month of February has always evoked images of Valentine’s Day celebrations. And what better time to ponder the concept of love if not on Valentine’s Day? Yet perhaps the most meaningful time to reflect on love is not tied to a date on the calendar, but to the present moment. Love is not an abstract […]
by Michelle Avola-Brown, Executive Director, Naples Pathways Coalition A time for cozying up to a fire and snuggling under blankets in much of the country, in Florida, February is a season of renewal and energy. As more winter visitors arrive and residents spend more time outdoors enjoying our heavenly weather, Heart Health Month offers a […]