Judge grants second deadline extension in Mark Sievers death appeal
Just as the deadline passed, a circuit judge granted a second extension for lawyers to file closing arguments in the death penalty appeal of a Bonita Springs man who orchestrated his wife's murder. A Lee County jury in December 2019 convicted Mark Sievers of being a principal to commit first-degree murder with a...
New waterfront restaurant overlooking Estero Bay makes chic debut
It's not every day that a new waterfront restaurant opens in Southwest Florida. And it's even more rare when it's helmed by a globally renowned chef. You'll get both with Acqua Bistecca, which opened Wednesday, Jan. 21, overlooking Estero Bay at Saltleaf Marina in Bonita Springs. The chic waterfront restaurant is...
Daycare chain looks to add eight locations between Pasco and Fort Myers
The Learning Experience, a chain of daycare centers, plans to add eight locations across the region in the next two years and is looking for space. The Deerfield Beach-chain plans a total of 20 new centers in Florida, each of which will be 10,000 square feet and include a 5,000-square-foot playground.
Countryside Golf & Country Club gets new look for new year
It’s a new year and a new look for one of Naples’ most desired golf and country club communities after $15 million in enhancements expands dining, social and recreational amenities while modernizing the community’s popular clubhouse. A nearly three-year project finished within budget for Countryside Golf &...
This $30 Million Glass-Walled Penthouse Crowns a Luxe Tower on Florida’s Gulf Coast
While Miami may be better known for its ultra-luxury waterfront condo towers, this opulent aerie in Naples offers the same sort of premium amenities and uninterrupted horizon views, but out over the smooth waters of the Gulf of Mexico rather than the Atlantic Ocean. Tony Stark's One-Off Acura NSX Roadster From 'The...
Golf Digest recognizes Vineyards Country Club’s North Course among nation’s best transformations
NAPLES, Fla. (January 20, 2026) — Vineyards Country Club’s newly renovated North Course has earned national recognition from Golf Digest, highlighting the course as one of the country’s most significant recent redesigns. Golf Digest editors evaluated more than 350 renovated courses nationwide, narrowing the field to...
Strong winds send umbrellas flying at Florida’s Fort Myers Beach
Beach umbrellas were sent flying by strong winds at Fort Myers Beach, Florida, on Jan. 18 as a storm moved in. The National Weather Service issued a marine warning for winds over 39 mph that day.
Aging well in Naples and Fort Myers
Two events—one in Naples and another in Fort Myers—are dedicated to helping Southwest Floridians age well. Seniors Blue Book hosts the 14th Annual Preparing for Aging Symposium on Thursday, Jan. 22, from 8 a.m. to noon, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 625 111th Avenue, North, Naples.
FWC confirms second panther death of 2026
COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. — The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has confirmed that a panther was killed after being hit by a car in Collier County. This is the second panther to be killed in 2026, according to the FWC's Panther Pulse website. The panther was 8 months...
Gulfshore Playhouse Stages Oscar Wilde’s THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
Gulfshore Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team of The Importance of Being Earnest, helmed by Kristen Coury, CEO & Producing Artistic Director. Performances begin March 1, 2026. Opening night is set for March 5 with the closing on April 4. "This is the first production in Gulfshore Playhouse...
