What’s the difference between a rip current and rip tide?
FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla. — Though the terms "rip current" and "rip tide" are often mistakenly used interchangeably, it's important to understand they are not the same thing. The way to understand the difference between rip currents and rip tides is to make a connection with what causes each one.
Revving up a larger car collection
Revs Reserve Naples is about to expand to an L-shaped, six-acre campus for state-of-the-art car and automobile collections. Connor+Gaskins Vertical was appointed general contractor for Revs Reserve Naples, the planned 63,800-square-foot, state-of-the-art automobile storage facility and amenity space that will expand Re
Sea Salt serves up West Coast flavors
Sea Salt hosts California Dreaming, an escape into a laid-back, West Coast state of mind, at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 14. The evening is inspired by the flavors of the Pacific coast, set to the nostalgic sounds of 1970s soft rock. The first course is grilled baby cauliflower, complemented by...
Multi-vehicle crash on Golden Gate Parkway in Collier County sends at least 1 to...
COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. — A multi-vehicle crash in Collier County sent at least one person to the hospital on Tuesday. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a crash occurred on Golden Gate Parkway at Airport-Pulling Road North shortly after 8 a.m. FHP confirmed that at least one person was...
Estero RiverPark at Village Council Workshop
The following comments were made in a presentation at to the Village of Estero Council on May 6, 2026. “The Village is advancing the strategic redevelopment of the ±32-acre publicly owned site within the Eco-Historical Hub located north of the river. This initiative envisions the creation of a vertically integrated mix
Cops: Andrew Sheets arrested for taking video in bathroom
NAPLES — A Punta Gorda man who has made a living of sorts videoing police and public official interactions is facing a criminal charge for making a video undercover police while in a private area.
Lee Health: Knowing your wishes – Why advance directives matter
Do you know how you want to be cared for if you are too sick or injured to speak for yourself? While it’s not something most people want to think about, advance care planning — putting your wishes in writing — is one of the most important and compassionate things you can do for yourself and your loved ones. “Doing your
Laurel McGarel, Broker Associate & Team Lead
With a lifelong passion for real estate, finance and helping people make life-changing decisions, Laurel McGarel continues to build a reputation as one of Southwest Florida’s most dedicated and trusted real estate professionals. “What began as an early interest inspired by my mother’s career in property management has
Wear Your Life Jacket Friday
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Fort Myers Beach has announced that Friday, May 15th is Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day. Coast Guard Auxiliary is joining boating professionals and outdoor enthusiasts to heighten awareness of different life jacket styles that are available, and demonstrate their comfort and versatility by
Sanibel Revamps Emergency Plan After Ian, COVID
The City of Sanibel is working with consultants to update its 2019 Emergency Operations Plan to reflect current operational realities and incorporate lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and Hurricane Ian (2022). The city has engaged The Olson Group, Ltd. to support its ongoing efforts to strengthen emergency man

















