Peak Moments from Day 6 of Olympics
USAT's Sam Cardona-Norberg breaks down all of the action from Day 6 of the Milano-Cortina winter games, with the help of Helene St. James.
Lovers Key Announces Summer Camp Schedule
Campers will explore the beach and mangrove estuaries of Lovers Key, while learning about the local ecology and environmental stewardship along the way. Lovers Key State Park Summer Camp invites children to explore the wonders of Estero Bay and the Gulf of Mexico from top to bottom. Using microscopes, seine nets,...
2025 Engage Estero Annual Report
Engage Estero is proud to announce the release of our 2025 Annual Report, highlighting a year of significant progress and growing responsibility in service to the Greater Estero community. As Estero continues to experience rapid growth and increasing environmental, infrastructure, and development challenges, 2025...
Another 360 pounds of litter removed from US 41!
Thanks to the incredible teamwork of our volunteers, 360 pounds of litter were removed from our community this month alone—now that’s impact!. This month’s volunteers proudly came from Rapallo, Pelican Sound, RiverCreek, Bella Terra, Copperleaf, and The Vines, showing what’s possible when neighbors come together with...
Florida system adds AI tool for colonoscopies
Naples (Fla.) Comprehensive Health has adopted the GI Genius AI platform to improve colonoscopy procedures and early detection of colorectal cancer. NCH gastroenterologists are using the platform, which provides real-time analysis of colonoscopy video to flag subtle polyps and abnormalities. The technology has led to...
Beach Kids Foundation Hosting Fundraiser
The Fort Myers Beach Kids Foundation is hosting a Pancake Breakfast fundraiser for their scholarship program. Last year $22,000 was raised and given to students to help with their university costs. Where: St. Raphael’s Church Hall. When: Saturday Feb 21st. Time: 8:00 am to 11:00 am. Fort Myers Beach...
Afternoon tea with historical women at Norris Center
The Norris Center is Naples will welcome four historical figures to tell their life stories over afternoon tea Feb. 18 – 21. Janina Birtolo has written a dozen beautifully-crafted portrayals of historical female figures that changed the world, for better or for worse. These intimate performances are portrayed by...
Ave Maria measles case count nears 60
Cases continue to climb in a “very serious” measles outbreak in Collier County. Since the semester began the second week of January, more than 50 cases of the highly-contagious virus have been reported on the campus of Ave Maria University. According to the university, as of Feb. 11...
Crash involving cyclist shuts down part of South Tamiami Trail in Bonita Springs
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Crews responded to a crash between a cyclist and a vehicle along South Tamiami Trail at Old 41 Road in Bonita Springs on Friday afternoon. The Lee County Sheriff's Office said there are injuries in the crash, and two northbound lanes of South Tamiami Trail were shut down.
Rare Florida beachfront estate back on market. A look at $271M listing
A Southwest Florida beachfront estate, once the most expensive listing in the U.S., is back on the market and could again set a record. Gordon Pointe , an 8-acre Gulf-front compound in the ultra-exclusive, opulent Port Royal community in Naples , will return to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). "It cannot be...

















