Driver in deadly wrong-way I-75 crash knew deputy who stopped her hours before, prosecutors...
COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. — New information revealed in court on Monday shows that a Collier County deputy who let a woman go from a traffic stop was someone the deputy knew. Hours after that traffic stop, the driver was involved in a deadly wrong-way DUI crash on I-75. A pre-trial hearing was held Monday for Genise...
SWFLA To Do List: Events in Bonita Springs, Estero, Naples and Marco
Top events of the week: 3 To Do: Celebrate Bonita Springs; BoDeans at Arts Bonita; PSP Walk on Marco. Marco Island Historical Society’s 2026 World Class Entertainment Series of tribute performances honoring some of the world’s most famous musicians. “Essence of Motown,” Thursday, March 26 — Many Soul/R&B artists were...
🏥 Collier County Healthcare Jobs – Multiple Openings from $1,200+/wk
Healthcare hiring is strong across Collier County right now, with travel contracts, full-time hospital roles, and flexible home health shifts all available. Here are some of the best current openings in Naples and nearby areas:
World Famous Mile-O-Mud: Swamp Buggy Races
When most people think of Naples, Florida, they picture pristine hotels and sandy beaches, but only a few miles inland, a very different tradition roars to life. In true Floridian fashion, what was once invented for practical use has turned into one of Naples locals’ best and most exciting events. Swamp buggy races...
This Florida home comes with a $2M backyard designed by ‘Insane Pools’ host
The Insane Pool-ed outdoor area boasts a multi-level saltwater pool, a spa, waterfalls, fire bowls and a waterslide. The post This Florida home comes with a $2M backyard designed by ‘Insane Pools’ host appeared first on Orlando Weekly .
🚔 Multiple Public Safety Jobs in Collier County – Up to $20/hr
Collier County’s security and safety sector is hiring! If you’re dependable, licensed, and ready to help keep our community safe, there are several solid options in Naples right now.
1933 Davis Blvd., Naples, FL 34104
Introducing unit 214 at The Halcyon Residences & Marina, a rare corner garden terrace residence within Naples’ most anticipated new luxury waterfront community, less than a mile from the city’s most storied destinations, including Fifth Avenue South and white-sand beaches. The residence offers exclusive access to...
Collier planners back new village in rural area near Lee County line
A longtime citrus grower's plans to build a new village in rural Collier County have cleared another regulatory hurdle. On March 19, the Collier County Planning Commission voted unanimously in favor of allowing Fort Myers-based Alico Inc. to create a stewardship receiving area on land where the company has grown and...
Manta Minute (3/23/26)
Your donation will help support not only the student Journalism and Yearbook clubs at Marco Island Academy, but as well as any new equipment, club improvements, and annual website hosting costs. Luca Garcia-Perfecto is a senior at Marco Island Academy and a Staff Writer for The Wave. Luca plans to...
Deputy under scrutiny over traffic stop before wrong-way I-75 crash
The Collier County Sheriff's Office confirms a deputy is under scrutiny after they stopped the driver accused of a fatal wrong-way crash just before the wreck. Andrea Jones, spokesperson for the sheriff's office, on March 23 confirmed that on March 18, a deputy conducted a traffic stop on Genise Taylor’s vehicle for...
















