Bottle thrown, victim punched during Naples road rage incident
NAPLES, Fla. — A man was arrested on Tuesday following a reported road rage incident in Naples, where he was accused of throwing a bottle at another car. According to the Collier County Sheriff's Office arrest report, the incident occurred on May 19 at around 5:52 p.m. The victim told deputies he was leaving the Grand
U-Haul, K-9s, And Swampy Surrender: Multi-County Chase Snares Violent Felon In Florida Pond
Floyd Wiley Stuck A multi-county manhunt ended in a muddy swamp Wednesday morning after a...
Bonita Boom. 2,000 new homes, major retail reshaping SWFL corridor
For the past couple of years, Bonita Springs reader Jerry Lenke has been expressing worries to In the Know about the explosion of growth in his part of Southwest Florida , particularly "the added autos" east of I-75. Now, Lenke is checking on "new units on Bonita Beach Road. What’s the latest count?" he asked. "It’s go
Three scary good additions to the SW Florida food scene
A few of our favorite chefs and restaurant owners have new spots, and we couldn’t be happier (or more full). Here’s a quick look … Wichcraft We just knew this gourmet sandwich shop was going to be good. After all, it’s owned by Brandon Schewe and Caitlin Emery. They’re the forces behind The Bohemian and Canary Club , w
SOCIETY: David Lawrence Centers advocates cruise for mental health
David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health hosted a cruise for mental health on the Naples Princess in May to rally support from area advocates. Among other things, the cruise saved a program that gives all interested people a chance to learn Mental Health First Aid at no cost. Visit davidlawrencecenters.org/advocate
Gulfshore Opera Appoints First Chief Development Officer
Gulfshore Opera has appointed Julie Maykowski as the organization’s first Chief Development Officer. Maykowski brings two decades of experience in nonprofit leadership and arts administration, having previously worked with Sarasota Opera and Florida Grand Opera. In her new role, she will oversee Gulfshore Opera’s full
June shows announced at Arts Bonita
This June, Arts Bonita presents performances ranging from jazz to rock to stage plays. Zach Bartholomew starts the month off with “Nothing but the Blues”, blending his niche of jazz piano with the smoothness of the blues on Thursday, June 4. The following day, June 5, Josh Rouse...
Some Bonita Springs homeowners could soon rise above future storms
BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. — Some of Bonita Springs' most flood-prone homes could soon be getting a lift. Bonita Springs City Council is moving forward with a FEMA-funded project that would elevate 23 homes in an effort to better protect them from future flooding and storm surge. The project comes...
Woman riding e-bike airlifted to hospital after collision with vehicle on Marco Island
MARCO ISLAND, Fla. — A woman riding an e-bike was airlifted to a hospital after she was in a crash with a vehicle on Marco Island. At approximately 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Marco Island police, fire crews, and Collier County Emergency Medical Services responded to the intersection of Holly Court and North Collier Boulevard
Florida SouthWestern State College’s Teen Camp opens workforce opportunities
Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) is helping high school students explore future career pathways this summer through hands-on camps focused on artificial intelligence, drones, health care, video game design and other emerging industries. Running July 13-31, the camps are designed to introduce students to in-dema

















