From the Archives: Bonita Springs began as the town of Survey, evolved
The following is an unbylined article from the April 2, 2012, Naples Daily News. The city on the Imperial River wasn’t always Bonita Springs. It started as a surveyor’s camp, and as homesteaders began settling there in the late 1800s, the description morphed into its name. For the next 25 years the growing community wa
Collier County deputies investigate suspicious death at Mangrove Avenue
NAPLES, Fla. — Collier County deputies responded to a welfare check at 6822 Mangrove Ave. at 11:20 a.m. Saturday and are investigating a suspicious death at the location. The Collier County Sheriff's Office confirmed to Gulf Coast News that deputies are working on an investigation, and that the death is suspicious. The
Why SW Florida Keeps Landing at the Top of Every Best Places to Live...
Going East in SW Florida Could Save You Hundreds of Thousands on Your Next Home Every few months, another ranking […] This article originally appeared on BuildLikeNew.com — visit us for more home security guides.
This Week’s Sold Properties on Sanibel, Captiva
Provided by Kingfisher Real Estate based on information from the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS® for the period 5/8/26-5/15/26. 2721 W Gulf Dr 201 Sanibel$1,349,000.00$1,200,000.00. 1310 Par View Dr Sanibel$1,299,000.00$1,220,000.00. 1089 Skiff Pl Sanibel$1,347,500.00$1,290,000.00. 1501 Middle Gulf D
11 fascinating car museums in Florida that remain hidden from most travelers
Florida is famous for beaches and theme parks, but tucked away in cities across the state are some truly incredible car museums that most tourists never discover. From rare supercars to legendary drag racers, these collections tell stories of speed, history, and human ingenuity. Whether you are a lifelong gearhead...
Naples retail building sold by Hoffmann in 2023 is sold, again
One of the buildings sold when The Hoffmann Family of Cos. cashed out on a 27-property Naples portfolio has once again changed hands. The retail building is at 375 13th Ave. S. Hoffmann sold it to M Development in October 2023 for $2.9 million as part of an $186 million portfolio sale. The package included 12 buildings
Free Chick-Fil-A? How to get free entree at new Naples location
Ever dreamed of getting free Chick-Fil-A ? Well, it's never been easier. Naples' newest Chick-Fil-A at City Gate is making its highly-anticipated debut on Thursday, May 21, starting at 6 a.m. To celebrate, the location is giving away free entrees to guests who show up dressed as a cow. Entree options include a chicken
Video: Florida woman suspected of drunk driving, falls asleep, slams into home
FORT MYERS, Fla. - A Florida woman who was caught on camera crashing into a home has been arrested for DUI. According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, Brooke Hirsch claimed she was driving home from Fort Myers Beach when she fell asleep at the wheel and slammed into the home early Thursday morning.
3 To Do: Photography exhibit on Marco Island; Foghat and Nazareth perform
1. ON DISPLAY NOW: ‘America the Beautiful’ exhibit on Marco Island. In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, the Marco Island Historical Society (MIHS) has a new exhibit, “America the Beautiful” — a large format photography exhibit by Everglades photographer Clyde Butcher. The exhibit will...
SOCIETY: St Matthew’s House dedicates playground to Wolfe Apartments
On Wednesday, May 13, 2026 St. Matthew’s House, in partnership with GL Homes, celebrated the dedication of a new playground at Wolfe Apartments in Golden Gate, bringing together community leaders, residents and supporters for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and remarks. The new space reflects a shared commitment to creating

















