Family and friends seek answers after North Naples woman found dead in her home
NAPLES, Fla. — Deena McNelis, a 43-year-old woman, was found dead in her North Naples home, leaving her family and friends grieving and searching for answers as authorities continue their investigation. Collier County deputies responded to a welfare check at McNelis’ home in the Windward Isles community on May...
Sneezy Can’t Hold Back At The Sugarshack In New Live Video
Chicago party-funk septet Sneezy squeezed into the cozy backyard confines of the Sugarshack for an intimate performance earlier this year. The full nine-song set is available now on the Sugarshack Sessions YouTube channel. Over the past 11 years, the hallmark of the Sugarshack Sessions has been bands stripping down the
Publix expands portfolio – Buying in Collier, Lee, Marco, South Naples
Publix has been buying up parts of Collier and Lee County in order to grow its ownership footprint. Just before the Memorial Day holiday weekend, a Southwest Florida shopping center was among the trophies the grocery giant bagged. Where did Publix make its latest Southwest Florida investment?. Publix purchased the...
What are some fish can you catch in Naples area canals?
From Snook to Snapper, there are a multitude of saltwater fish to catch in the Naples area canals . They range in look (color) and size, and different skill are needed to catch them. Naples and the surrounding Southwest Florida area have hundreds of miles of inland waterways, including canals. The Golden Gate Canal sys
21 missing, endangered children rescued in SW Florida recovery effort
Twenty-one missing and endangered children were rescued in a sweeping operation in Southwest Florida this week. Many were found in unsafe environments and at least one reported being trafficked, officials said. The National Child Protection Task Force (NCPTF) led the multi-agency operation that spanned Lee, Collier and
Inland rain possible Sunday afternoon
FORT MYERS, Fla. — The last day of meteorological spring is going to end in an average way across the Gulf Coast with a high temperature in the upper 80s or low 90s and a small rain chance. Your Gulf Coast Weather Most Accurate Forecast has inland rain this...
Why this Dad-to-be needs Bonita Estero Rail Trail | Opinion
Becoming a father has changed the way I look at Southwest Florida. I’ve lived here since 2005. This community has given me friendships, opportunities, a career, and eventually, a place that truly feels like home. As a local business owner, I’ve spent years investing my time into the growth of this region because I beli
Sanibel team prepares for 9/11 memorial tower climb to support families of fallen first...
SANIBEL, Fla. — This fall marks 25 years since the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, and theTunnel to Towers Foundation continues its mission of providing mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families. On Sanibel Island, a team is training for the foundation’s annual tower climb at...
Discover five stunning swamp hikes in SW Florida our experts picked
Note to audience: We asked our expert reporters, Amy Williams and Chad Gillis , and visuals journalist Andrew West , to share their favorite places for a swamp hike. It’s hard to overstate the importance of wetlands to the environment. These watery places – swamps, sloughs, strands and marshes, not to mention the River
SWFLA To Do List: Events in Bonita, Estero, Naples and Marco Island
Top events of the week: 3 To Do: Pirate Palooza at Paradise Coast; Spring dance gala; more. The traditional ‘End Of School Teen Bash’ is from 12:30 until 3 p.m., Friday, May 29, at Mackle Park, 1361 Andalusia Terrace, Marco Island. There will be food, drinks, music and more. Information: 239-642-0575 or cityofmarcoisla
