From the Archives: When animals attack, Southwest Florida edition
Did you know that Florida’s first recorded fatal black bear attack happened right here in Collier County this year; making history. A fish falling from the sky ruined one Naples teacher’s lunch break in 2012; shark and alligator attacks (no surprise) and two tiger incidents (ok, a bit surprised when the news broke)....
Fright Night at Bay Oaks
The Town of Fort Myers Beach is thrilled to invite residents and visitors to Fright Night at Bay Oaks on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Bay Oaks Park, 2731 Oak Street. This family-friendly Halloween celebration promises a night full of spooky fun, laughter, and...
SWFLA To Do List: Events in Bonita Springs, Estero, Naples and Marco Island
The top events of the week! 3 To Do: Fair at Fenway South, Scarecrows in the Park and Cemeteries of Collier County. In this annual cover show, Southwest Florida musicians play full sets of songs from their favorite musical acts. This year’s cover sets include Metallica, Weezer, Hole, Pat Benatar, Rage Against the...
3 To Do: Fair at Fenway South, Scarecrows in the Park and Cemeteries of...
The 11th-annual fair is back at JetBlue Park with three weekends of carnival rides, kids rides, live shows, midway games, fair food (including new options such as pickle pizza), vendors and an expanded Kiddieland. The live shows include Wolves of the World, Rosaire’s Royal Racing Pigs, the Victoria Circus Thrill...
Verot boys win distrect swimming title; Viking girls second
Bishop Verot’s boys finished first and the girls were second in the District 1A-9 swimming and diving meet in Naples. The Vikings came home first in the boys 200 medley relay, with Jaxon Kurio, Jonathon Ruiz, Tobias Gomez and Chad Oake making up the quartet. Bishop Verot (Oake, Matthew...
Marco’s YMCA growing: $8.5M capital campaign; active living center under construction
The YMCA of Collier County is building a new 17,000-square-foot facility on its Marco Island campus. This new active life center will focus on programs for older adults while remaining open to all members. A fundraising campaign has reached 75% of its $8.5 million goal for construction. Collier County's YMCA...
FL Naples’s Most Loveable Kittens Eagerly Awaits Forever Homes Today!
Considering pet adoption? Or perhaps you just enjoy all things cute and cuddly? Numerous charming pets are ready for a loving home at animal shelters situated in and near naples.
Hoffmann Family renames Estero’s Old Corkscrew Golf Club
The Old Corkscrew Golf Club has a new name. The club, owned by the Hoffmann Family of Cos., has been rechristened the Pandion Club, which comes from the scientific name of the osprey, Pandion haliaetus. The rebranding is part of a larger overhaul of the Estero club Hoffmann bought in...
Citizens Attend Planning Department Cafe
The City of Sanibel held an event called “Coffee & Code Café” on Thursday morning, October 23, to give citizens a chance to learn more about the Planning Department and the city’s codes. The event was well-attended at the Recreation Center. Sanibel Public Information Officer Eric...
Best Gyms in Sanibel, FL
Sanibel, FL, is not just a vacation paradise with its stunning beaches and natural beauty; it’s also a great place for fitness enthusiasts. Whether you’re a resident or just visiting, finding the right gym to keep up with your fitness routine is essential. Here, we explore some of the best gyms in Sanibel and nearby...
