Community News
Monday, June 15, 2026 · Naples
Child's Path launches $2M campaign for expansion
Child's Path, a Collier County early childhood education provider, announced a $2 million Legacy Campaign to expand services and scholarships for low-income families as the organization marks 20 years of operation.
NCH Rooney Heart Institute performs Florida's first minimally invasive mitral valve replacement
NCH Rooney Heart Institute completed Florida's first minimally invasive mitral valve replacement on June 9, expanding treatment options for patients with severe heart valve disease.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Avow Hospice Expands to Glades, Hendry and Lee Counties
Avow Hospice, which has served Collier County for four decades, will expand to Glades, Hendry and Lee counties, bringing hospice care, palliative care and bereavement services to underserved areas.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Avow Names Dr. Allen Weiss Chief Medical Officer
Avow named Dr. Allen Weiss, former chief medical officer of NCH Healthcare System, as its new chief medical officer.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Marco Island Woman's Club Donates $15,000 to NCH Urgent Care Facility
The Marco Island Woman's Club donated $15,000 to support NCH Healthcare's new 25,000-square-foot urgent care facility, keeping medical services local as the club marks its 60th anniversary.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Naples Children Foundation Links Families to Network of Support Services
After fleeing domestic violence, a Collier County mother connected with the Naples Children Foundation's network of nonprofits that provided safety, employment help, childcare, food assistance and healthcare for her three children.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Collier Clerk Urges Hurricane Prep as County Upgrades Courts, Discusses Budget
Collier County Clerk Crystal Kinzel reminds residents to prepare for hurricane season as the county upgrades courtrooms and prepares to discuss departmental budgets.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Florida Redraws Congressional District Lines in Collier County
The Florida Legislature approved new congressional district boundaries for Collier County on April 29, affecting how local voters are mapped into districts.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Naples Federal Representatives Set for 2026
Naples residents now know their full slate of federal representatives, from President Trump and Vice President Vance down to their House delegations.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Collier County Voters Face Three Elections in 2026
Collier County voters will participate in a City Council election Feb. 3, a primary Aug. 18, and a general election Nov. 3 to select representatives at federal, state, and local levels.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Redistricting Changes Congressional Boundaries in Collier County
New U.S. Congressional District boundaries are now in effect for Collier County residents following legislation passed by the Florida Legislature on April 29, 2026.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Naples Reserve Estate Lists for $1.45 Million
A four-bedroom estate in Naples Reserve lists for $1.45 million, featuring a gourmet kitchen, resort-style pool and spa, and proximity to beaches and downtown attractions.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Al Duffy Retires After 30 Years with North Collier Fire Rescue
Al Duffy retired in June 2019 as a Battalion Chief from North Collier Fire Rescue after three decades of service.
Monday, June 15, 2026
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Toro Toro Miami
Toro Toro Miami will offer a four-course prix fixe menu with live entertainment for New Year’s Eve 2024, featuring dishes like Wagyu Short Rib and Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Penthouse at 322 Harbour Drive Lists for $1.39M with Bay Views
A newly renovated top-floor penthouse at 322 Harbour Drive in Naples lists for $1.39 million with panoramic bay views and bridge-free Gulf access.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Lowdermilk Beach Water Quality Clears Health Standard
Lowdermilk Beach is open for swimming again. The Florida Department of Health in Collier County cleared the water after bacteria levels met state standards.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Al Duffy Retires After 30 Years With North Collier Fire Rescue
Battalion Chief Al Duffy retired from North Collier Fire Rescue in June after nearly four decades in fire service, including 30 years in Collier County.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Al Duffy Retires After 30 Years With Collier County Fire Rescue
Al Duffy retired as Battalion Chief of North Collier Fire Rescue in June 2019 after 30 years serving Collier County fire departments.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Naples Children Foundation Invests Record $30.6M in Collier County Youth
The Naples Children Foundation has invested a record $30.6 million in Collier County youth programs, supporting everything from vision screenings to college preparation.
Monday, June 15, 2026
DeSantis Rejects Florida Gas Tax Pause Amid $4/Gallon Spike
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shot down calls to suspend the state's 25-cent gas tax, warning drivers won't feel relief at pumps hitting $4 a gallon. Despite pleas from Democrats and Palm Beach County leaders, he cited past failures and oil market volatility. As global tensions rise, Florida motorists brace for pain at the pump.
Monday, June 15, 2026
DeSantis Signs 9 Key Florida Laws on Safety, Schools and Traffic
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed nine new laws Thursday in Tallahassee, tackling unlicensed drivers, church security and body camera privacy amid rising public safety concerns. Most take effect July 1, joining nearly 60 others passed this year. From stricter traffic penalties to expanded school guardians, the measures aim to bolster security across the Sunshine State.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Florida's Lab-Grown Meat Ban Survives Federal Court Challenge
Nearly two years after Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation banning cultivated meat sales in Florida, a federal appeals court upheld the controversial law as constitutional. The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a challenge from California-based Upside Foods, cementing Florida's status as the first state to prohibit lab-grown meat—a move critics say protects the traditional livestock industry rather than consumers.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Florida Launches Mandatory Hurricane Drills Across All 67 Counties
With hurricane season looming just weeks away, Florida's Division of Emergency Management has rolled out mandatory public safety drills statewide to sharpen readiness. The initiative targets all 67 counties, urging residents to stock seven days of supplies and master evacuation protocols. Officials warn that recent storms underscore the need for swift action amid rising threats.
Monday, June 15, 2026
DeSantis Greenlights UFC, Colleges in Florida's New License Plates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill unleashing eight new specialty license plates, from UFC fighters to South Florida high schools and military academies. Drivers can start pre-ordering Oct. 1, but only if 3,000 vouchers sell in two years. With over 2.3 million special tags already on roads, these could boost scholarships, mental health and more.
Monday, June 15, 2026