SWFLA’s wealthiest: Billionaires from Naples, Marco make Forbes’ list
It's no secret that Southwest Florida is home to some of the richest people on earth. The latest World’s Billionaires list by Forbes includes eight from Naples and one from Marco Island. Most of the names are familiar, while two are new. The list is based on the value...
2 dogs dead after Bonita Springs structure fire, no injuries reported
BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. — Two dogs died after a residential structure fire Saturday night in Bonita Landing, according to crews from the Bonita Springs Fire Control and Rescue District. Crews responded to the fire at around 5 p.m. at the 1600 block of Bonita Landing Circle. Firefighters say that...
Call to increase freshwater flows to Caloosahatchee Estuary
The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) is urging action to protect the Caloosahatchee Estuary. While the Gulf waters around the islands appear clear and turquoise, the estuary is suffering from low freshwater inflows. Healthy conditions require flows between 750 and 2,100 cubic feet per second (cfs)...
📅 Public Meeting on James E. Williams Jr. Preserve Plan – Mar 23
Conservation Collier will hold a public meeting on Monday, March 23, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. to review the Interim Land Management Plan for the James E. Williams Jr. Preserve. The meeting will take place at Immokalee Community Park, 321 N 1st St, Immokalee, and will also be available online as a hybrid remote session.
Collier Resource Center thanks St. John’s Episcopal Church for matching grant
Collier Resource Center expressed gratitude to St. John’s Episcopal Church for a generous matching grant that allowed the organization to double the funds raised during the grant period. A total of $29,952 was matched, increasing the impact of community contributions.
SanCap Chamber Ribbon-Cutting Welcomes A. Vernon Allen Builder
Naples-based A. Vernon Allen Builder expanded to a new Sanibel Island office at 1504 Periwinkle Way about a year ago. On March 19, the SanCap Chamber made it official with a festive ribbon-cutting. Known for its luxury home-building since 1951, the builder celebrates its 75th anniversary this year. Co-owners Ryan...
Lutgert embodies ‘Spirit of Naples’
The Greater Naples Chamber’s signature event, the Spirit of Naples: Celebrating Our City, Community and Country presented by Lee Health begins at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, April 16, at The Club at Olde Cypress, 7165 Treeline Drive—and if you haven’t secured your reservation yet, you now will need to take a chance on the...
15 New Restaurants Opening Across Florida [March 21, 2026]
Here is this week's roundup of upcoming Florida businesses. Our team personally spoke to each business owner to confirm the news. Counties are listed alphabetically. CAPE CANAVERAL, FL – Good Neighbor Cafe is targeting a June 1 opening at 6290 N Atlantic Ave, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920, where owner Sofia Ross plans to...
Favorites hold steady on quiet Day 2 of men’s March Madness
Men's March Madness Day 2 stays chalk as favorites advance after a thrilling start to the tournament.
📅 Art Bazaar Returns to Santini Plaza March 21
The beloved Fort Myers Beach Art Bazaar returns to Santini Plaza (7205 Estero Blvd.) on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.. This long-running event showcases original art, greeting cards, scarves, and jewelry created by members of the Fort Myers Beach Art Association.







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