‘Caitlin’s Star’ Shines After Nearly Four Decades
Local author and Estero resident Nancy Range Anderson has recently published “Caitlin’s Star,” an interactive children’s picture book that helps children, families and adults talk about love, loss and remembrance. Anderson is recuperating in Estero from knee surgery and also beginning another chapter in her life...
🏥 Multiple Healthcare Jobs Now Hiring in Collier County, FL
Healthcare hiring is strong this month across Collier County, with new openings for nurses, caregivers, and medical office staff. If you’re looking to grow your career in Naples, these roles are worth a look.
Man taken into custody after standoff at Collier County apartment
COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. — Collier County deputies have taken a man into custody after a standoff was safely resolved at the Lago Apartments at the intersection of Radio Road and Livingston Road, after they said they received a report of the man making threats. According to the Collier County...
Pit & Quarry Roundtable addresses policy, safety and markets
The 2026 Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference is a wrap, with aggregates industry leaders gathering Tuesday and Wednesday for education and networking at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort in Naples, Florida. The annual meeting attracted more than 80 registrants. Roundtable discussions explored the current business...
Easter promotes hare raising respect
As we hop toward Easter, our thoughts turn to Peter Cottontail. But for residents of the Orange Tree neighborhood in northern Golden Gate Estates, Peter and his pals posed quite a problem for quite some time. Four years ago, a breeder released rabbits into his backyard where they did what...
🐱 Friendly, Shy & Playful Cats Waiting for Homes in Naples
Looking to add a furry friend to your family? Several wonderful cats in Naples, FL are ready to meet you! From cuddly adults to curious kittens, these adoptable cats are hoping for a cozy home and a loving companion.
1,400 pinwheels placed in sand at Lowdermilk Park in Naples
NAPLES, Fla. — The Collier Children’s Advocacy Center (Collier CAC) hosted its annual “Pinwheels at the Pier” event Friday at Lowdermilk Park. It marked National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Community members participated by purchasing a pinwheel in honor of a child. Proceeds support Collier CAC’s trauma-informed...
Seven Violations Found at Ninja Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar in Collier County, Florida
State inspectors issued a warning to Ninja Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar in Collier County after finding live pests and improper food storage during a visit on March 27, 2026. The restaurant, located at 2371 Vanderbilt Beach Road #701 in Naples, was required to have a follow-up inspection to ensure safety standards...
Meet the Cast & Crew of A Year with Frog and Toad
This week, Marco Island Academy Theatre released its official poster for the spring musical, A Year With Frog and Toad. This marks another installment in the new MIA tradition of including cast members on show posters. The release of the show poster coincides with the launching of the show’s advertising...
Grace Place: Two Decades of Transforming Lives Through Education in Golden Gate
For more than twenty years, Grace Place for Children and Families has stood as a steadfast beacon of hope in the heart of the Golden Gate community—just beyond Interstate 75, in the most densely populated neighborhood of English Language Learners in all of Collier County. Since opening its doors...

















