Naples FL

Bonita Springs charity Cafe of Life recently held its annual backpack event at Leitner Park. Just over 300 backpacks containing school supplies and uniforms were distributed; along with 17 bikes for children and adults, according to Theresa Moore. The Lions Club provided eye screenings; Premier Mobile Health Services...

Over the last century or so, both the Naples and Fort Myers Beach fishing piers have been repeatedly battered by hurricanes , only to be constantly repaired or reconstructed a dozen times between them. After the most damaging powerful storm in Southwest Florida history with 2022's Ian , the two icons continue to face...

AFLA recently announced that the membership recently elected four new members to the 2025-2026 Board of Directors. These individuals will provide strategic vision, insight, and direction through their elected positions, lending diverse expertise and broad industry knowledge to the association. The New 2025-2026 AFLA...

During its first-ever Mullet Madness event, held Aug. 1-3, Fort Myers Beach drew crowds with its blend of flying fish and outlandish hairstyles. The event featured Joe Dirt look-alikes and participants proudly showing off their mullets. It also featured fish-tossing stations with a distinctive twist. Participants...

The Luna Model is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2-car garage home, available to build at Valencia Sky in Naples. It has 1,805 sq. ft. of living space. Let's take a look inside:. Here's a look at how the floorplan comes together:. Located just 6 miles from downtown Naples, this...

The 32nd Annual Marco Island Christmas House and Business Contest Committee met at the Esplanade at CJ’s and The Snook Inn to celebrate “Christmas in July.”. The evening, organized by committee member Judy Sacher included cocktails at CJ’s followed by dinner at The Snook. Committee Chairman Dave...

Downtown Bonita Springs has become home to flavorful cuisine, enriching culture and community pride. For some time, sidewalks, dated storefronts and lots sat untouched, but recently the city’s heart began beating once again. This time, with new residents, reimagined public spaces and investments reshaping its story....

Big ideas don’t always start in big cities. Sometimes, they’re born in intimate theaters, nurtured by passionate organizers and carried by voices from across the country. For the first time in Naples, speakers will take center stage during TEDxNaples on March 21, 2026, at the Sugden Community Theatre. The event’s...

Foot Loose Running Company, founded by John Lanham and his wife Rachel, is lacing up to transform the local running scene here in Ave Maria. Named with a playful nod to the iconic film “Footloose,” the company is dedicated to promoting physical fitness, friendly competition and community connection, beginning with a...

Positive interaction between government officials and their constituents fosters trust, promotes civic engagement and leads to more effective governance. To those noble ends, the Ave Maria Civic Association (AMCA) was formed to be an informational and guiding resource for Ave Maria residents. As governments and their...