by Johnathon Little Like mosquitoes, hurricanes are a fact of life in Southwest Florida, and they are something that Collier Mosquito Control (CMCD) actively plans for. Our area has received multiple blows from major hurricanes in the last three years, and this planning allows CMCD to stay operational for as long as possible as a […]
It’s a tough duty getting old. You don’t walk as fast. You don’t think as fast. Sometimes you don’t think at all, or so my wife says. You’re warned about losing your balance, but you fall down anyway. You hear a lot of baloney about your Golden Years, but after a certain age nothing gets […]
On the first Friday of most months, conservationists from across Southwest Florida gather at the Naples Botanical Garden to share ideas, build relationships and strengthen the region’s conservation community. What started as a simple networking idea has grown into “Conserveza” — a clever mash-up of conservation and “cerveza,” the Spanish word for beer. Over refreshments, […]
Our Naples summer sunshine is as bright as ever, but, at the same time, our country is facing dark times of conflict and distressing news. Rather than retreat into discouragement and uncertainty, I’m rallying. It’s not always easy, but I’m reminded of the saying, “A sorrow shared is halved; a joy shared is magnified.” Whether […]
Collier County is growing rapidly, welcoming new families and businesses each day. Whether you’re a longtime resident or a recent arrival, chances are you’ve noticed the boom. And, as our area grows, so does the need for accessible, quality health care for all who call our community home. At Healthcare Network, we’ve long understood that […]
Many in Southwest Florida may not realize that The Immokalee Foundation has been helping to fuel our local workforce for over 33 years. The young people we support don’t start at the top—far from it. However, the benefit of living just north and/or south of the poverty line for these young people is that overcoming […]
As a holiday travel enthusiast, I’ve welcomed the New Year in Sydney and Saigon, celebrated Easter in Japan, Thanksgiving in Borneo, and most recently, enjoyed a 14 day Valentine’s adventure through New Zealand. With February offering some of the best weather for exploring the country, a romantic getaway to New Zealand makes for a perfect […]
Africa is the second-largest continent in the world and covers an area of over 48million square miles. Geographically, 54 countries make up this vast continent that have a combined population of more than 1.5 billion. It is easy to become intrigued and fascinated by the diversity and vibrancy of African cultures. Over 2,000 languages are […]
The Naples Players Academy Launches Full-Time Theatre-Based Program for Students in Grades 6–12 This fall, The Naples Players (TNP) is raising the curtain on a transformative new educational experience: The Naples Players Academy (TNPA), a full-time, theatre-based academic program for students in grades 6–12. The first offering of its kind in Collier County, TNPA combines […]
A Lifestyle Approach to Vitality and Hormone Balance Let’s talk about men’s health—and why it’s time we take it seriously. Did you know that men in the U.S. still live five years less on average than women? That gap isn’t closing—it’s growing. While genetics play a role, the real culprits behind men’s shorter lifespans are […]