Southwest Florida Chronicle

Serving Charlotte, Lee and Collier Counties

2025 Year in Review

Congresswoman Indicted: $5M FEMA Fraud Scandal

Trinity allegedly received an overpayment of $5 million from FEMA, the grand jury found. Rather than returning the surplus, prosecutors allege, Cherfilus-McCormick and her co-conspirators plotted to conceal it.

Commissioner Deutsch Needs to Go

A public servant who misleads colleagues corrodes the very mechanisms that allow our county to function.

A Swamp Controversy in Naples

its single, cracked runway has become the center of a new storm: a political, environmental, and humanitarian clash over a bold and controversial plan to convert the remote airstrip into a migrant detention facility, now chillingly dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz.”

Lee Health Honors Tom Golisano with Humanitarian Award

“This event reminded all of us just how powerful philanthropy can be,” said Dominic Cameratta, board chair for Lee Health Foundation. “It was inspiring to celebrate with so many dedicated supporters as we honored three remarkable leaders whose passion is shaping the future of healthcare in Southwest Florida. I look forward to seeing the incredible impact that philanthropy will continue to make in 2026.”

A Year of Fulfilled Commitments

After more than thirty years serving as a teacher, principal, and district leader, I have always believed that Lee County has a sound school system.

Praising Casey Lucius

Casey Lucius’ elevation to interim city manager should inspire confidence — not only because of her credentials and familiarity with city operations — but because of the manner in which she chose to serve. In refusing insurance and an assistant, she makes a rare and public statement: that the role is about service, responsibility, and doing what’s right for the community first.

Promises Made. Promises Kept.

Commemorating the City of Naples Police Department

As we honor this centennial year, we recognize every officer, past and present, whose service has strengthened our community and upheld the safety of our residents.

Arkansas Needs to Make a Move: The Williams Brothers Could be the SEC’s Next Great Package Deal

The Williams brothers have made it clear: they want to play together. They’re ready to commit to a program that values both — not just as individuals, but as a duo with the potential to lead a defense for years to come.

Next Steps in the Legislative Pathway for the Naples Airport Authority Bill

This article aims to give a clear overview of where the bill currently stands and the next steps in the legislative pathway.

Don’t Miss the Feast

Those of us who cook—we prepare the menu, purchase the ingredients and prepare a feast!

Bridging the Gap Center for the Arts Announces the 2026 MLK Art Contest for Lee County

This initiative is made possible through the partnership of Bridging the Gap Center for the Arts, the Dunbar Festival Committee, the School District of Lee County, the Alliance for the Arts, the Lee County Public Library, and the Lee County Black History Society.