In 2026, at least 3 SW FL endeavors emerge with Mercato-like ambitions
With seemingly everyone wanting their own Mercato, similar versions of the popular Naples entertainment destination will be coming together in 2026 to transform various Southwest Florida corridors. That, all while the original looks to make improvements of its own. It's as though Lee and Collier county residents are...
Fort Myers Beach regains 25% flood insurance discount after FEMA rating rebound post-Ian
FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla. — The town of Fort Myers Beach announced that it has regained its Class 5 Federal Emergency Management Agency rating, unlocking a 25% flood insurance discount. For residents, the town says, this means that most flood insurance policies will receive a 25% discount. They add...
Bonita Springs YMCA welcomes three leaders
The Bonita Springs YMCA appointed two new board members and hired a new Youth Programs Coordinator, Kaleb Guzman. Guzman worked at the Campo Family YMCA in Tampa, for over three and a half years, and will now oversee the BASE (Before and After School Enrichment Program) and youth camp programs at the Bonita Springs...
C’Mon New Year’s Eve
Get amped for a rockin’ good time, kid-style, at CMON’s Noon Year’s Rockin’ Eve celebration on Dec. 31. Kick off the party with festive NYE swag, enjoy interactive games, and rock out with live entertainment and music that will get everyone dancing. The excitement builds as we gather for our Rockin’ Noon Year’s Ball...
Three for 3: Fine dining with refined music
London Club – 221 9th Street Suite C, Naples – 239-231-3912. Imagine a place where Bring Crosby or Frank Sinatra would feel comfortable performing. Do you have an image in mind? Now, take yourself and a date to the Bellasera Hotel, home to The London Club; Naples’ reservation-only supper club and actual embodiment of...
Straight No Chaser in Naples
Fresh off their stop at “Good Morning America,” the a cappella group Straight No Chaser is in full holiday swing and coming to Naples on Dec. 28. The celebrated nine-man a cappella group Straight No Chaser returns to Hayes Hall with their Holiday Road Tour — a spirited seasonal showcase of immaculate harmonies,...
Lely quarterback Brady Quinn transfers to Chaminade-Madonna
Quinn stated he made the move to better prepare for college and compete for state championships. This will be Quinn's third high school in three years, having previously played for First Baptist. Brady Quinn, one of Southwest Florida's top-rated high school quarterbacks, is transferring to nine-time Florida state...
Warrior Homes acquires apartment complex to help homeless veterans
Warrior Homes of Collier has purchased a 10-unit apartment complex to house 20 homeless veterans. The nonprofit aims to end homelessness among local veterans who want housing by 2026. The "Zulu Project" complex was purchased for $2.3 million and requires an estimated $750,000 in renovations. Warrior Homes of Collier...
Family helps raise final walls at Habitat Collier neighborhood
The future homeowners took part in the construction of their new home as Habitat Collier nears completion of Majestic Place, a 109-home community in Naples offering affordable homeownership.
Enjoy a warm sip of Hawaii in Tin City
Naples is going Hawaiian. Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii continues rapid growth with locations in Tin City, Central Avenue, Marco Island and other hot spots. The renowned coffee franchise celebrated for its premium Hawaiian coffees and vibrant café experience is now serving handcrafted beverages in Tin City, one of Naples’...
