Naples FL

For years, Southwest Florida has been defined by a paradox: We live in a tropical paradise, yet our roads are among the deadliest in the nation for cyclists and pedestrians. We are a community of world-class beaches and nature preserves, yet we are often trapped in gridlock, separated from our neighbors by concrete and high-speed traffic. But right now, we have a...

The US Open Pickleball Championships will take place in Naples, Florida, from April 11-18. Tennis legend Andre Agassi made his professional pickleball debut at last year's event. General admission is free, but tickets are required for the main championship court. The US Open Pickleball Championships will celebrate its 10th anniversary...

LEE COUNTY, Fla. — The Lee County Board of Commissioners voted Tuesday to authorize a project that would prepare to dredge Blind Pass on Sanibel. The authorization will allow for permit application, processing, design, bid services, construction services, construction surveys, construction observations and more. Murky water and stagnant conditions...

NAPLES, Fla. — A person was airlifted after reportedly being tangled in equipment and stuck in a tree in Naples before rescue crews arrived Friday evening. According to the Naples Fire-Rescue District, units were dispatched to West Boulevard and found a worker on the ground. Fire officials said that...

SANIBEL, Fla. — Multiple agencies are searching for a reported missing swimmer Friday night off Sanibel Island, according to the Sanibel Fire & Rescue District. The Lee County Sheriff's Office said its marine and aviation units are assisting in the search. This is a developing story and will be...

Key takeaway: One of the largest construction companies in the region is building a new office for its local headquarters. Core challenge: Moving about 300 jobs mostly in Collier to a new location. What’s next: Construction is expected to be done sometime next year. The Manhattan Construction Group, one...

A Florida woman pulled over for driving 123 mph told police she thought she could speed because of the kind of car she was driving. Siria Lopez blew a .23, almost three times the legal limit when she was pulled over in Bonita Springs on April 8, according to Lee County Sheriff’s Office. Body camera footage shows a deputy ordering Lopez, 25, to turn...

Naples is a subtropical climate where fruit trees, flowering plants and lush foliage can thrive. Driving around town can almost make homeowners think they can grow anything in their yard. But it’s still important to follow the “right plant, right place” principle. Knowing what plants will do well, what needs...

Top events of the week: 3 To Do: Seafood & Music Festival; ‘America the Beautiful’ and more. The stage version of Baz Luhrmann’s popular movie musical comes to Fort Myers. Now through April 12. Cost: $59-$170. Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW, 13350 FSW Parkway, south Fort Myers. Information: 481-4849 or bbmannpah.com.

The Collier County State Veterans’ Nursing Home, under construction in Golden Gate, is accepting naming nominations. The name will honor one of 13 deceased Medal of Honor recipients accredited to the State of Florida. Select the name you would like for the new Collier County State Veterans' home. Hammett...