Caps, gowns, diplomas, sashes, and commencement speeches—these classic elements define an often highly emotional graduation celebration. For many, the act of graduating is a given. However, in Immokalee, graduation is never guaranteed—it’s often elevated to the status of “a dream come true. “That’s precisely what happened for the 86 Immokalee Foundation high school and postsecondary […]
Amsterdam, a city that has undergone a remarkable transformation, holds a rich historical significance. From a modest fishing village on the Amstel River in the 13th century, to a vibrant trading center in the Golden Age and finally, to a dynamic metropolis in the 19th and 20th centuries, its journey of resilience and adaptability is […]
A glass of wine at lunch. A cocktail while watching the sunset. A nightcap after an evening out with friends. In Collier County, social drinking is deeply embedded in our culture. It can be a way of celebration or solace. However, for an increasing number of people, the prevalent social drinking scene in our community […]
When a veteran transitions to civilian life, many struggle with a lack of purpose and sense of belonging when they return home without the structure and community that comes with military culture. This can lead to isolation, depression, anxiety, PTSD and addiction when unaddressed. But different forms of wellness—physical, mental, and emotional—can significantly improve the […]
Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve encompasses 110,000 acres of pristine mangrove forest, beaches, land and protected waters stretching from south Naples to the border of Everglades National Park. All ages can learn and discover Rookery Bay’s coastal waters and wildlife with a visit to the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center. It’s a fun way […]
2024 is a remarkable year for one of the oldest theatre programs in Collier County – the Naples Players – with the completion of a 21 million dollar renovation. The main theatre – Kizzie Theatre has been expanded with box seating (308 seats on the main floor and 144 balcony seats) but, never fear, the […]
In its approximately thirteen-year journey as a stand-alone unit at FGCU, the college initially developed programs in the engineering disciplines. Driven by the needs of our communities, we then added Construction Management. The focus has now shifted to enhancing the educational, scholarship, and outreach footprints in Computing vis-à-vis the programs in Computer Science. The vision […]
Sheeraz Qureshi, MD, MBA, Succeeds Douglas E. Padgett, MD as Chief Medical Officer of HSS Florida David Backstein, MD, Named Medical Director of HSS at NCH Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), the world’s leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health, today announced the appointments of Sheeraz Qureshi, MD, MBA, as Chief Medical Officer of […]
Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) earned high marks from PRC for outstanding achievements in the Excellence in Healthcare (EIH) awards receiving 20 awards. PRC partners with organizations across the nation and offers the Excellence in Healthcare Awards to recognize organizations and individuals who achieve excellence throughout the year by improving patient experiences, healthcare employee engagement, and/or […]
PARKINSON’S ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA ANNOUNCES UPCOMING CHANGES TO ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS The Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida (PASWFL) has elected John Botsko Jr. and Claire Bisignano Chesnoff to its board of directors. They join the existing all-volunteer board, which includes newly elected Board Chair Anthony Maglione, Treasurer Russell B. Jones, Secretary Bill Morgan, […]