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Naples Classical Academy Launches Spirit Shirt & Custom Belt Sales
Business Impact Estimate - Design Review Board Rules 6/17/2026
Effluent Ground Storage Tank Replacement - Updated Schedules
Task Authorization No.6 Effluent Ground Storage Tank Replacement – ITB 26-2- Updated Schedules Notice Views: 27
Naples City Council & Airport Authority Joint Meeting Notice
NOTICE OF NAPLES CITY COUNCIL & NAPLES AIRPORT AUTHORITY JOINT MEETING Notice Views: 34
Public Notice ITB 26-3 Gravity Sewer System Improvements
Public Notice ITB 26-3 Gravity Sewer System Improvements Notice Views: 27
Ave Maria Stewardship District Bid Opening for Arthrex Commerce Park Phase 3
AVE MARIA STEWARDSHIP COMMUNITY DISTRICT NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING FOR BID OPENING FOR ARTHREX COMMERCE PARK PHASE 3 PROJECT (COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA) (JUNE 22, 2026) Notice Views: 6
Naples City Council Special and Regular Meetings Scheduled 6/15 & 6/17
NOTICE OF NAPLES CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL AND CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETINGS 6/15/2026 & 6/17/2026 Notice Views: 18
Immokalee Airport Security Enhancements and Emergency Generator Project
#25-8391 – Security Enhancements & Emergency Generator – Immokalee Airport (IMM) Notice Views: 8
FIU Baseball Stadium Calendar
Chef Charlie Palmer Named Chef de Cuisine for 2027 Naples Winter Wine Festival
The Naples Children Foundation (NCF), founders of the Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF), today announced that celebrated American Chef Charlie Palmer, the name behind dozens of award-winning restaurants and notable hotels across the country, will be honored as Chef de Cuisine at the 27th annual NWWF on January 29-31, 2027. The post Celebrated American Chef Charlie Palmer to be Honored as Chef de Cuisine at the 27th Annual Naples Winter Wine Festival on January 29-31, 2027 appeared first on Naples Winter Wine Festival.
Chef Charlie Palmer Named Chef de Cuisine for 2027 Naples Winter Wine Festival
The Naples Children Foundation (NCF), founders of the Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF), today announced that celebrated American Chef Charlie Palmer, the name behind dozens of award-winning restaurants and notable hotels across the country, will be honored as Chef de Cuisine at the 27th annual NWWF on January 29-31, 2027. The post Celebrated American Chef Charlie Palmer to be Honored as Chef de Cuisine at the 27th Annual Naples Winter Wine Festival on January 29-31, 2027 appeared first on Naples Winter Wine Festival.
North Collier Fire Rescue Chairman Al Duffy Retires After 30 Years of Service
Chairman Duffy started his career in the fire service as a volunteer firefighter with the Hagerman Fire Department which is located in Long Island New York in 1981 and was a member until his move to Naples in September 1985. After moving to Naples, he immediately became a volunteer firefighter with both the East Naples and Marco Island Fire Departments. He volunteered with them until his appointment as a firefighter with the City of Naples Fire Department in June 1986. He was employed with the City of Naples until July 1989, when he was appointed to the North Naples Fire Department. He worked for the North Naples Fire Department, which became North Collier Fire Rescue in 2015 until his retirement in June 2019, completing 30 years of service and retiring as a Battalion Chief. He has an AS Degree in Fire Science Technology, certifications as a Florida State Emergency Medical Technician, Pump Operator, Fire Officer II, Fire Inspector II, and Fire Instructor II.
Greater Naples Fire Rescue: Brian O. Cross
Bio coming soon!
Government Meetings - Watch Online
Watch Government Meetings The general public can watch Miami-Dade County meetings on webcast when available. Watch Online You can watch government meetings here on webcasting or live on Miami-Dade TV through YouTube, Comcast channel 76 and AT&T U-verse channel 99. About webcasting Our webcasting system makes it possible for you to tune in to live meetings of the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners, its committees and subcommittees from your personal computer anywhere you are. Meeting calendars View upcoming meetings on the County Calendar. Department Meetings Meeting Resources: - BCC Agendas - BCC Instructions Making Presentations - BCC Meeting Calendar - BCC Minutes - BCC Regular / Zoning Meetings - BCC Committee Meetings - Events and Press Conferences - Original Productions - Other Boards and Task Forces - Search Legislation - Search Meeting Archives Meetings held prior to January 1, 2007 are archived on DVD. For more information about archived meetings, or to order a DVD copy, please send an email to the County.
Procurement Online Services - Strategic Procurement Department
The Strategic Procurement Department (SPD) is the central agency for the acquisition of goods and services, including professional services such as architecture, engineering, and design build services for Miami-Dade County. Services and Programs: - Goods & Services Acquisitions - Architectural & Engineering - Unsolicited Proposals & Public-Private Partnerships - Real Estate & Property - Training & Development - Small Business Enterprise Certification Programs - Vendor Registration - INFORMS Supplier Portal Upcoming Events: 7th Annual Procurement Expo, Aug. 14: The Miami-Dade County 6th Annual Procurement Expo will take place on Friday, Aug. 14, at the Miami-Dade Public Library, 101 W. Flagler Street, Miami, FL 33128. The Expo is hosted by the Office of Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and the Miami-Dade County Strategic Procurement Department. Historic Dade County Courthouse Auction: Miami-Dade County is turning the page on a new era of Miami history with the upcoming public auction of the iconic Historic Dade County Courthouse, launching online from July 1 through July 31, 2026. Vendor Registration Boot Camp, June 26: Sign up for the Vendor Registration Boot Camp on Friday, June 26. We'll walk you through the vendor registration process, step-by-step, to make sure you're ready to start bidding and participating in County contracts. Small & Local Business Fair, May 29: The Miami-Dade County Strategic Procurement Department invites the community to attend the Small & Local Business Fair on May 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Fountain Area of the Stephen P. Clark Center (111 NW 1st Street, Miami, FL 33128). Additional Initiatives: SPD launches office hours for entrepreneurs and vendors: The Strategic Procurement Department (SPD) has launched the Vendor Academy Access Point: Office Hours for Entrepreneurs & Vendors, a countywide initiative that brings resources, guidance and opportunities directly to small businesses. Vendor Payments: Miami-Dade County offers a payment option that will expedite County payments to your organization. Mission and Guiding Principles: To be the global leader of purpose-driven procurement. To deliver value and integrate purpose in all sourcing decisions by assuring our processes are fair to suppliers, sustainable for our environment, and beneficial to our economy. The department's Guiding Principles are aligned with the word PURPOSE: Professional service to departments, businesses and constituents; Unparalleled model for accountable and transparent governance; Resilient and adaptive to the evolving needs of our environment; Promote ethical standards in our business practices; Operational efficiencies through use of innovative technology and processes; Strategic development of talent through training and recognition; Engagement and inclusion of all stakeholders to promote competition. Contact Information: Director: Namita Uppal Stephen P. Clark Center, 111 NW 1st Street, 13th Floor, Miami, FL 33128 305-375-5773 | [email protected]
Recent Court Events - June 16, 2026
Recent Events page showing court holiday announcements and special events. Listed events include: COURT HOLIDAY: MEMORIAL DAY (5/25/26), COURT HOLIDAY: GOOD FRIDAY (4/3/2026), COURT HOLIDAY: PRESIDENTS DAY (2/16/2026), Investiture of the Honorable Christine Bandin, Circuit Court Judge (2/13/26 at 2:30pm at Osvaldo N. Soto Miami-Dade Justice Center, Courtroom 13C), Black History Month Program: A Century of Black History Commemorations (Friday, February 6, 2026 at 12:00 pm), COURT HOLIDAY: MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY (1/15/24), COURT HOLIDAY: CHRISTMAS DAY (12/25/23), COURT HOLIDAYS: THANKSGIVING AND FRIDAY AFTER THANKSGIVING (11/23/23 to 11/24/23), COURT HOLIDAY: VETERANS DAY (11/10/23), and Investiture of the Honorable Judge Jorge Perez Santiago, County Court Judge (11/3/23 at 12:15pm at Dade County Courthouse, Courtroom 6-1). The page also lists courthouse locations including Coral Gables Branch Courthouse, Hialeah Branch Courthouse, Lawson E. Thomas Courthouse Center, Miami Beach Branch Courthouse, Miami-Dade Children's Courthouse, North Dade Justice Center, Overtown Transit Village South, Richard E. Gerstein Justice Building, South Dade Justice Center, Joseph-Caleb Center, and Osvaldo N. Soto Miami-Dade Justice Center. Prohibited items on courthouse premises include aerosol sprays, alcohol, ammunition, bladed items/weapons, chemical sprays, explosive materials, firearms, fireworks, flammable liquids, handcuff keys, illegal drugs, incendiary devices, knives, laser pointers, lighters/matches, liquids, mace/pepper spray, metal utensils/tools, oversized belt buckles, restraining devices, sharp pointed objects, and stun guns/tasers.
Recent Events - Family Court Services
Recent Events page from the Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida, 11th Circuit Court. Listed events include: COURT HOLIDAY: MEMORIAL DAY (5/25/26), COURT HOLIDAY: GOOD FRIDAY (4/3/2026), COURT HOLIDAY: PRESIDENTS DAY (2/16/2026), Investiture of the Honorable Christine Bandin, Circuit Court Judge (2/13/26 at 2:30pm at Osvaldo N. Soto Miami-Dade Justice Center, Courtroom 13C), Black History Month Program: A Century of Black History Commemorations (Friday, February 6, 2026 at 12:00 pm), Investiture of the Honorable Kevin Hellman, County Court Judge (9/27/24 at 12:15pm at Dade County Courthouse, Courtroom 6-1), COURT HOLIDAY: LABOR DAY (9/2/24), COURT HOLIDAY: INDEPENDENCE DAY (7/4/24), COURT HOLIDAY: JUNETEENTH (6/19/24), COURT HOLIDAY: MEMORIAL DAY (5/27/24). The page includes courthouse locations and a comprehensive list of prohibited items on courthouse premises including weapons, explosives, chemical sprays, and other dangerous materials.
Recent Events - Family Court Services
Recent Events Tuesday, June 16, 2026 COURT HOLIDAY: MEMORIAL DAY - 5/25/26 Author: Matthew Bodfield COURT HOLIDAY: GOOD FRIDAY - 4/3/2026 Author: Matthew Bodfield COURT HOLIDAY: PRESIDENTS DAY - 2/16/2026 Author: Matthew Bodfield Investiture of the Honorable Christine Bandin, Circuit Court Judge 2/13/26 at 2:30pm - Osvaldo N. Soto Miami-Dade Justice Center, Courtroom 13C Author: Matthew Bodfield Black History Month Program: A Century of Black History Commemorations Event Date: Friday, February 6, 2026 at 12:00 pm Author: Matthew Bodfield Bring Our Daughters And Sons To Work Day 2024 4/25/24 - Thursday, April 25, 2024 - Times and Locations Vary Author: Matthew Bodfield Investiture of the Honorable Ritamaria Cuervo, County Court Judge 4/19/24 at 12:15pm - Dade County Courthouse, Courtroom 6-1 Author: Matthew Bodfield COURT HOLIDAY: GOOD FRIDAY - 3/29/2024 Author: Matthew Bodfield Investiture of the Honorable Laura Maria Gonzalez-Marques, Circuit Court Judge 3/1/24 at 12:15pm - Dade County Courthouse, Courtroom 6-1 Author: Matthew Bodfield COURT HOLIDAY: PRESIDENTS DAY - 2/19/2024 Author: Matthew Bodfield
Recent Court Events - June 16, 2026
Recent Events - Tuesday, June 16, 2026 COURT HOLIDAY: MEMORIAL DAY 5/25/26 Author: Matthew Bodfield COURT HOLIDAY: GOOD FRIDAY 4/3/2026 Author: Matthew Bodfield COURT HOLIDAY: PRESIDENTS DAY 2/16/2026 Author: Matthew Bodfield Investiture of the Honorable Christine Bandin, Circuit Court Judge 2/13/26 at 2:30pm - Osvaldo N. Soto Miami-Dade Justice Center, Courtroom 13C Author: Matthew Bodfield Black History Month Program: A Century of Black History Commemorations Event Date: Fri., February 6, 2026 at 12:00 pm Author: Matthew Bodfield COURT HOLIDAY: PRESIDENTS DAY 2/17/2025 Author: Matthew Bodfield Building the Magic City: Black Labor in Miami-Dade Event Date: Fri., February 7, 2025 at 12-2:00 pm Author: Matthew Bodfield COURT HOLIDAY: MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY 1/20/25 Author: Matthew Bodfield COURT HOLIDAY: NEW YEAR'S DAY 1/1/25 Author: Matthew Bodfield COURT HOLIDAY: CHRISTMAS DAY 12/25/24 Author: Matthew Bodfield Prohibited Items on Courthouse Premises: Aerosol Sprays, Alcohol, Ammunition, Bladed Items/Weapons, Chemical Sprays/Liquids, Explosive Materials, Firearms, Fireworks/Explosives, Flammable Liquids, Handcuff Keys, Illegal Drugs, Incendiary Devices, Knives, Laser Pointers, Lighters/Matches, Liquids, Mace/Pepper Spray, Metal Utensils/Tools, Oversized Belt Buckles, Restraining Devices, Sharp Pointed Objects, Stun Guns/Tasers.
Recent Court Events - Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida
Recent Events Tuesday, June 16, 2026 COURT HOLIDAY: MEMORIAL DAY - 5/25/26 Author: Matthew Bodfield COURT HOLIDAY: GOOD FRIDAY - 4/3/2026 Author: Matthew Bodfield COURT HOLIDAY: PRESIDENTS DAY - 2/16/2026 Author: Matthew Bodfield Investiture of the Honorable Christine Bandin, Circuit Court Judge 2/13/26 at 2:30pm - Osvaldo N. Soto Miami-Dade Justice Center, Courtroom 13C Author: Matthew Bodfield Black History Month Program: A Century of Black History Commemorations Event Date: Friday, February 6, 2026 at 12:00 pm Author: Matthew Bodfield Prohibited Items on Courthouse Premises: Aerosol Sprays, Alcohol, Ammunition (Bullets/Magazines/Clips), Bladed Items/Weapons, Chemical Sprays/Liquids, Explosive Materials/Powders/Devices, Firearms, Fireworks/Explosives, Flammable Liquids, Handcuff Keys, Illegal Drugs, Incendiary Devices, Knives of Any Type/Size, Laser Pointers, Lighters/Matches, Liquids, Mace/Pepper Spray, Metal Utensils/Tools, Oversized Belt Buckles, Restraining Devices, Sharp Pointed Objects, Stun Guns/Tasers. All other destructive devices and/or additional items not listed above, but considered dangerous, may be confiscated.
Chef Charlie Palmer Named Chef de Cuisine for 2027 Naples Winter Wine Festival
"The Naples Children Foundation (NCF), founders of the Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF), today announced that celebrated American Chef Charlie Palmer, the name behind dozens of award-winning restaurants and notable hotels across the country, will be honored as Chef de Cuisine at the 27th annual NWWF on January 29-31, 2027. The post Celebrated American Chef Charlie Palmer to be Honored as Chef de Cuisine at the 27th Annual Naples Winter Wine Festival on January 29-31, 2027 appeared first on Naples Winter Wine Festival."
Chef Charlie Palmer Named Chef de Cuisine for 2027 Naples Winter Wine Festival
"The Naples Children Foundation (NCF), founders of the Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF), today announced that celebrated American Chef Charlie Palmer, the name behind dozens of award-winning restaurants and notable hotels across the country, will be honored as Chef de Cuisine at the 27th annual NWWF on January 29-31, 2027. The post Celebrated American Chef Charlie Palmer to be Honored as Chef de Cuisine at the 27th Annual Naples Winter Wine Festival on January 29-31, 2027 appeared first on Naples Winter Wine Festival."
The Coast Townhomes: Honoring Culture, Identity, and Story
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The Coast Townhomes: Honoring Culture, Identity, and Story
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The Coast Townhomes: Honoring Culture, Identity, and Story
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Navigating OSHA’s Regulatory Landscape: Updates & Emphasis Programs
That's Not Me Comedy Tour
Essential Insights into Workers’ Compensation Part B
summie jewelry Mercato Opening
EBN Open Studio
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