I will bless those who bless you and curse those who treat you with contempt. All the families on earth will be blessed through you.”
- Thu, 16 October 2025
Category: Stories
Columns
Continue Reading
Reflection from Father Charles Cannon
I enjoy all aspects of my vocation but love picking hymns for Sunday worship. So, often, I choose hymns that I can introduce that are not in my church’s usual repertoire, including some older hymns well worth singing.
Collier County
Continue Reading
Embracing Change
As I reflect on my time serving as the Mayor of Naples, I’m reminded of a key lesson I’ve learned through personal experience: transitions are never easy, but they offer invaluable opportunities for growth and renewal.
Stories
Continue Reading
Stress vs Anxiety: The Innate Circle
Most of us have heard the cliché used to give positive insight into external pressures that are now largely affecting society at an alarming rate.
Lee County
Continue Reading
The North Law Firm and Lee Pitts Live Present the Annual Black History Month Concert Honors Gala
The North Law Firm and Lee Pitts Live held their Annual Black History Month Concert Honors Gala. This year’s event honored Bishop Halsey Watkins and Dr. Linda Watkins of the Jesus Christ Outreach Center.
Charlotte County
Continue Reading
The North Port Tragedy: Deception and Betrayal
The quiet neighborhood of Halladay Street in North Port, Florida, awoke to flashing red and blue lights in the early hours of Sunday, January 26.
Collier County
Continue Reading
Letter from Naples Mayor Heitmann
As we enter this new year, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to City Manager Jay Boodheshwar for his dedicated service to our community. With his departure, we now undertake the critical task of selecting a new City Manager to lead our operations and uphold the values that make Naples so special.
Feature
Continue Reading
Lydia-Joi Holloway’s Little Free Neighborhood Library Opens with Overwhelming Community Support
“I want to thank the Impact Library Program for their support in making this dream a reality. As we cut this ribbon today, I hope this library inspires every child who visits it to explore new worlds, dream big, and never stop learning. Let’s work together to ensure that every child has the opportunity to read, grow, and reach their full potential.”
Feature
Continue Reading
The Importance of Maintaining the Status Quo in Lee County, Florida
The more things change the more they stay the same. Hold’em in the middle of the road. It’s lower than a snake’s belly and a wagon wheel rut.
Lee County
Continue Reading
Matt Caldwell
Thursday, January 9, 2025 marked a historic day in Lee County history. By a vote of 6-1, the Lee County Legislative Delegation advanced a bill calling for a referendum in 2026 for five (5) single-member districts for the county commission!