David Toms takes a 3-stroke lead into Naples’ Chubb Classic final round
There was a lot to love about David Toms' 2026 Chubb Classic second round on Saturday, Feb. 14. Highlighted by four consecutive birdies on Nos. 4-7, and three straight on 11-13, Toms added birdies at Nos. 16 and 18 to finish at 9-under 63. Combined with his first-round 67, he will take a 3-stroke lead into the final...
Quarantine underway in SW Florida after measles outbreak at Ave Maria University
NAPLES, Fla. (WSVN) — A quarantine is underway after a measles outbreak at Ave Maria University near Naples. The Florida Department of Health is warning of a measles outbreak at the university. Local emergency workers in the area are offering free immunizations. The school’s website reported at least 57...
Naples Mayor to plead no contest to DUI charge, serve 12 months probation
The year-and-a-half legal process will end Monday, when Naples Mayor Teresa Heitmann's lawyers will enter a plea of no contest for her DUI charge
Man accused of burglary, threatening occupants of Estero home
ESTERO, Fla. — A man is accused of breaking into a home in Estero and threatening the people inside, Lee County Sheriff's Office deputies say. According to an arrest report, deputies responded to a burglary in progress on Feb. 12. At the scene, they detained a suspect, Jose Alberto Alen, 29.
Imagine Solutions Conference in Naples to explore future of AI, health
As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary this summer, Naples’ Imagine Solutions Conference will look at the ways our country’s past and present are shaping its future. Nineteen influential “thought leaders” from around the world will visit Naples this March for the annual event . They'll each...
Bank of the Islands Supports Sanibel School PTA’s Seahorse Social
The Bank of the Islands is proud to renew its support of The Sanibel School and its PTA by becoming a Platinum Sponsor for the Fourth Annual Seahorse Social: Fire & Ice. This fundraising gala will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. February 21 at the Sanibel Community House.
This Week’s Sold Properties on Sanibel
Provided by Kingfisher Real Estate based on information from the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS® for the period 2/6/26-2/13/26.
From the Archives: Postcards from Naples and Southwest Florida
The idea for the postcard originated in Germany in 1865, but the first official postcard was issued by the Austrian government on Oct. 1, 1869. The cards were 8x12 cm, made of cardboard and had a blank side for messages and a printed side for the address. They were considered quick, efficient and inexpensive, and...
Sanibel Urgent Care Facility Opens with SanCap Chamber Ribbon Cutting
Coastal Healthcare officially opened Feb. 12 with a SanCap Chamber ribbon-cutting at 2330 Palm Ridge Road on Sanibel Island. Founder and nurse practitioner Kirsten Lamb brings added convenience to island medical offerings with flexible scheduling, telehealth availability, health optimization, weight management, IV...
There’s A Hidden Salt Cave In Florida That Promises Natural Healing And Detoxification
Some places in Florida grab your attention with noise. Others do it with silence. You step inside and immediately notice the difference. The air feels cooler. You take a breath without thinking, then another just to be sure you are not imagining it. The outside world fades fast, replaced by a calm that feels both...
