First measles case reported in Central Florida this year
The first case of measles in Central Florida this year was reported Thursday by the Florida Department of Health. State records show the case was recorded on March 6. The highly contagious respiratory virus was found in a person living in Osceola County between the ages of 25 and 29.
Three for 3: St. Patrick’s Day
Irish Times Bar and Grill – the upscale gathering place filled with dark wood, a long narrow bar top and newly added pool tables and darts – is responsible for bringing Irish pub fare to Naples. With Saint Patrick’s Day just weeks away, celebrated annually on March 17, Irish Times will celebrate the green with their...
Sanibel and Captiva islands launch ‘Restaurant Week’
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — "Restaurant Week" kicks off Friday on Sanibel and Captiva islands, inviting diners to enjoy meals at participating restaurants from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and vote for their favorite. The event runs through March 20, and a list of participating restaurants can be found here.
Meet your ‘Pilot’ and adopt a ‘Baby’
Could you be the copilot or “Baby” parent? Consider adopting one of these pets at Patty Baker Humane Society Naples. This happy, active pup loves to move – walks, runs, playtime, sniffing all the things – yes please! Enrichment activities help Pilot shine and keep his mind and body busy. If you are looking for a dog...
Bumper ‘carts’ at the grocery store? Crowded aisles a hot topic
Grocery store aisles can be fun places. There are all of those colors on the packaging. There are those moments when you find a good deal on a favorite food item. And there's a sense of accomplishment when you get to the end of an aisle knowing there are only a few more to go to get to the finish line. But grocery...
Florida man rescued from burning boat accused of pushing his rescuer overboard and stealing...
What started as a routine marine rescue in southwest Florida quickly turned into something far stranger and far more troubling. In a report for Gulf Coast News, Jaylen Baron described a case out of Marco Island in which a boater who had just been pulled from danger was later accused of turning on the captain who...
Regents Close Out Spring Trip With A Wednesday Split
NAPLES, Fla. -- The Rockford University softball team closed out the Gene Cusic Classic with games against Elms College and Bethany College. The Regents were all over the Blazers in game one, winning 16-0. Their comeback attempt was stifled against Bethany, falling 5-3. The Regents will return to action on Thursday,...
Ultimate guide to St. Patrick’s Day events in Naples, Bonita
The green beer will flow. But there’s more happening this St. Patrick's Day than just booze. Southwest Florida's many festivities include bagpipers, Irish dancers, concerts, lots of Irish food and several parades — including the 50th-annual Naples St. Patrick’s Day Parade (which almost didn’t happen this year). Here...
3 To Do: Shell sale on Marco; St Pat’s parade in Naples; India Fest
1. FRIDAY & SATURDAY: Spring Expo and Shell Art Sale on Marco Island. Discover the beauty of the sea at Marco Island Shell Club’s Spring Expo and Shell Art Sale from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., March 13 and 14 at New Life Community Church, 489 West Elkcam Circle on Marco Island.
Parkinson’s Association of SWFL offers hope
The Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida (PASWFL) offers free classes and programs to support community members with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and other neurodegenerative conditions. Online and in-person programs support living well with PD through movement classes and educational seminars from leading...
