Entries by LifeInNaples

The Right Smart Phone for You?

What exactly is the difference between a cell phone and a smartphone? The smartphone does not have a brain, though some can speak, and there are several other differences that may be important when deciding on your next phone. Here are some things a regular cell phone can do: make phone calls, take photos and […]

United Way Sets Ambitious Campaign Goal

United Way of Collier County’s Community Campaign is off to a strong start, with its Pacesetter Campaigns and early special events bringing in over 40 percent of its $2.75 million goal. Funds raised during the campaign help United Way support over 100,000 Collier County citizens in need every year. The coming months of the campaign […]

Merger, Fact Versus Fiction

by Jorge Aguilera, Deputy Chief EMS North Naples Fire Control & Rescue District As we approach the November 4th vote on the consolidation/merger of the North Naples Fire Control & Rescue District (“NNFD”) and the Big Corkscrew Island Fire Control & Rescue District (“BCIFR”), I continue to have the distinct pleasure of meeting and discussing […]

TIF Student Continues Journey to Success

by Steven Kissinger Like many students involved in The Immokalee Foundation and its programs, Jesus Velazco has had his fair share of challenges. He struggled to learn the English language after coming to Immokalee from his native Mexico, and school was difficult as a result. But, Velazco was determined to build a better future for […]

Abstract Versus Non-Objective Art

by Juliana Meek and Kristine Meek Dear Artspert: My neighbor and I were talking on our morning walk about contemporary art and we can’t agree on whether there is a difference between ‘abstract art’ and ‘non-objective art’. Can you help explain the difference, if there is one? Signed, Objectively Abstract Dear Objectively, You and your […]

Moving to the Green Side

by Jim Henderson President of William C. Huff Companies and national speaker for estate downsizing and lifestyle transitions We hear a lot about the importance of “Going Green” but it may be more than the environment that we’re protecting. We may also be protecting memories and family histories by reusing furniture, art, glassware and other […]

Identity Theft Forum

When it comes to identity theft, no one is safe – not even children. Most adults are becoming more wary of identity theft: they check their credit rating every few months, scan their credit card activity on line, and shred their financial papers, but it rarely occurs to parents that their minor children’s identity must […]