Immokalee Student Leads with Heart and Action
Saidee Rinco just wants to give back to her Immokalee community. That’s why the Immokalee High School senior devotes much of her time to the...
Read ArticleKids Lead Cereal Drive to Feed Local Students
Fifth grader Bentley Essig helped lead a student-led cereal donation drive that raised $950 through lemonade stands—funds that went toward buying hundreds of cereal boxes...
Read ArticleThe Naples Players Offers a Hot End-of-Summer Discount for Final Week of Sweeney Todd
As summer winds down, The Naples Players (TNP) are making it even easier for the community to experience their critically acclaimed production of Sweeney Todd: The...
Read ArticleLocal Animal Shelter raises awareness of risk of heartworm disease during recent increased rain, heat, and humidity in Southwest Florida
The Cape Coral Animal Shelter in Cape Coral, FL, is issuing a warning and encouraging pet owners to ensure their pets are on a monthly...
Read ArticleNaples Zoo Orangutans Welcome New Roommates From Zoo Miami
Naples Zoo is thrilled to welcome two new residents to the very popular orangutan habitat. Millie and Kapok, a bonded mother-son pair of white-cheeked gibbons...
Read ArticleJingle in July Toy Drive Collecting Teen Gifts for Boys & Girls Club of Collier County
Now through July 10, 2025, participate in the Jingle in July Toy and Donation Drive to benefit teen members of the Boys & Girls Club...
Read ArticleCollier County Rising High School Seniors Graduate From the Youth Leadership Collier Class of 2025 Program
The Leadership Collier Foundation, an affiliate of the Greater Naples Chamber, announces the successful completion of the Youth Leadership Collier Class of 2025 Program. It...
Read ArticleHands-On Learning at the New EFC Farms Exhibit at CMON Naples
Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples (CMON) has debuted an exciting new farming exhibit for kids in Naples: EFC Farms. Created in partnership with EFC Farms...
Read ArticleLely High School Senior Juliana Noreus Wins Prestigious Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship
As high school graduation approaches, it’s a perfect time to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our seniors. One exceptional student at Lely High School truly...
Read ArticleTrue Fashionistas Founder Jennifer Johnson Empowers Entrepreneurs and Built Florida’s Top Resale Store
True Fashionistas founder Jennifer Johnson has spent the past 14 years growing her Naples-based business into the largest lifestyle resale store in Florida. But running...
Read Article40 Years of Project Graduation in Collier County: Safe, Fun, and Unforgettable Senior Night Celebration
What Is Project Graduation Collier County? Project Graduation Collier County has just about everything graduating high school seniors want in a gigantic party: laser tag,...
Read ArticleNaples Student Organizes Teddy Bear Toss to Support Children with Special Needs
Devyn Seidner was fascinated by the teddy bear toss she saw at a Florida Everblades ice hockey game at Hertz Arena in Estero. The heartwarming...
Read ArticleEndangered Ring-Tailed Lemur Twins Born at Naples Zoo
Naples Zoo is celebrating the arrival of two endangered ring-tailed lemur babies, born on March 25, 2025, to parents PJ and Julien. This marks the...
Read ArticleThird Grader Spreads Joy to Special Needs Kids at Sea Gate Elementary
At just 8 years old, Carol Myles Villani possesses a level of compassion rarely seen in children her age. Instead of spending her recess on...
Read ArticleCollier Parks Offering Junior Leader Training for Teens Aged 13+
Collier County is offering leadership training to students ages 13 and older in preparation to become a Junior Leader Intern.
Read ArticleWhy the Collier County School Board Wants Flexibility in Start Times
The 2025 Florida Legislative Session kicks off March 4, and Collier County School Board members have been actively advocating for key issues outlined in our...
Read Article2025 Neapolitan Family Summer Camp Fair in Collier County
Plan your child's best summer ever at the 2025 Neapolitan Family Summer Camp Fair! Bring your family to the highly anticipated Neapolitan Family Summer Camp...
Read ArticleA Tradition Connecting Seniors and Kindergartners in Collier County Public Schools
In a heartwarming new annual tradition, seniors from Aubrey Rogers High School and kindergarten students from Veterans Memorial Elementary School gather each year on the...
Read ArticleThe Collier County Teen Changing Lives Through Volunteerism and Charity Events
Darren Nieves is taking volunteering to a whole new level. The junior at Aubrey Rogers High School in Collier County spends most of his free...
Read ArticleNaples Teen Scout Transforms Laces of Love with Functional Sorting Tables
Bo Warnken has been volunteering at Laces of Love in Naples for more than three years, but she didn’t think that sorting and tagging sneakers...
Read ArticleHow a Kindergarten Friendship Helped Ease First-Day-of-School Anxiety
Discover how 5-year-old Edson’s simple acts of kindness helped his classmate overcome school fears and settle into kindergarten. It is a heartwarming story of friendship and support.
Read ArticleCollier County Public School Board Approves Autism Collier Charter School in Naples
Autism Collier Charter School is committed to providing an innovative learning atmosphere where students with autism are the primary focus.
Read ArticleResources in Southwest Florida To Help After a Hurricane or Disaster
Whether seeking shelter, food, emergency assistance, or ways to begin rebuilding after a hurricane or natural disaster, this page offers local resources to help you and your family.
Read ArticleEscaping Abuse: How a Naples Shelter Helped One Woman Rebuild Her Life and Achieve Independence
A Naples woman escapes domestic violence and rebuilds her life with the help of The Shelter for Abused Women & Children. From securing her green card to achieving financial independence, read her inspiring journey of survival, hope, and empowerment.
Read ArticleEmpowering Girls: A Decade of Wellfit Girls’ Life-Changing Program
Wellfit Girls, founded in 2014, empowers middle and high school girls in Southwest Florida through leadership, fitness, and adventure.
Read ArticleMeet The 12-Year-Old Powerhouse from Naples Behind Kidz 4 a Cause
Sutton Shanahan, a 12-year-old from Naples, founded Kidz 4 a Cause to raise money for St. Jude and support cancer research. Her nonprofit has grown, organizing charity events, donating to military personnel, and receiving corporate sponsorships to m
Read ArticleHow ROCK is Changing Collier County Public School Communities
Collier County Public Schools partnered with Florida Gulf Coast University to promote kindness and compassion through the ROCK program (Roots of Compassion and Kindness).
Read ArticleNaples Girl Scout Troop Builds a Little Free Library at Big Corkscrew Park
Girl Scout Troop 447 in Naples has installed a Little Free Library at Big Corkscrew Park, providing a free and accessible way for residents to borrow and share books
Read ArticleNaples Youth Haven: Addressing the Foster Care Crisis in Collier County
Naples children face a growing foster care crisis. Youth Haven, a local safe haven for abused and neglected children, sees extended stays due to a lack of available foster families. Learn about becoming a foster parent and helping a child in need.
Read ArticleNaples students bring Vineyards Elementary School garden back to life
Students at Vineyards Elementary School noticed the school’s neglected garden and decided to do something about it.
Read ArticleMeet Fourth Grader Christopher Arellano Who Is Inspiring Inclusivity
Christopher Arellano is helping special needs children feel less isolated.
Read ArticleNeapolitan Family Rad Dad: Daniel Sawyer
Meet Rad Dad Daniel Sawyer: Naples’ Fourth-Generation Hero & Firefighter. Explore his family legacy, career with Greater Naples Fire Rescue District, and community impact. An inspiring story of service and dedication.
Read ArticleLynlee Richards: From Hurricane Survival to Entrepreneurship with ‘Smile’ Bracelets
Discover Lynlee Richards’ inspiring journey from surviving Hurricane Ian to crafting “Smile” bracelets. Support her family’s business and spread positivity with these colorful creations.
Read ArticleNeapolitan Family Rad Dad: Craig Price
Explore Craig Price’s inspiring work at The Naples Players, where theater and improv transform lives. Join us to experience the power of theater and wellness
Read ArticleLocal Theater Resilience: Naples Groups Thrive Amid Challenges
Local Naples theater groups triumph over construction challenges, nurturing talent and delighting the community with creative performances.
Read ArticleNaples Great Wolf Lodge Now Accepting 2024 Reservations with Promotional Discount
One-night reservations will unlock a 25% discount, and reservations of two nights or more will have a 30% discount. Guests must book this special offer before October 1, 2023 for stays at the resort between October 1, 2024 and January 1, 2025.
Read ArticleAubrey Rogers High School Officially Opens With Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
The first high school to open in 19 years opened today, August 1st, 2023.
Read ArticleSpreading a Culture of Kindness: Nino Zampogna’s Inspiring Story at Sea Gate Elementary School
Nino Zampogna, 9, wanted to spread a culture of kindness and friendship. So one day he put up a poster and tried to start a club at his school, Sea Gate Elementary in Naples.
Read ArticleNeapolitan Family Rad Dads: Adam Meistrell
Adam Meistrell is one of the raddest dads on the planet. He makes art, runs, cooks, laughs a lot, tells great stories.
Read ArticleAll CCPS Students will be served Free Breakfast and Lunch Under New Policy
All CCPS students will be served breakfast and lunch at no charge for the 2023-2024 school year.
Read ArticleNeapolitan Family Rad Dads: Meet the original Rad Dad Michael Shapiro!
Meet the original Rad Dad Michael Shapiro, of Rad Dad Hibachi.
Read ArticleKindness Kids: Fifth Grader Helps Classmates Learn to Overcome Difficulties
When Andrew McManus sees his classmates spinning out of control, Andrew often leads them to the calming corner and gives them words of advice.
Read ArticleNEW SCHOLARSHIP TRUST TO BENEFIT COLLIER COUNTY HIGH SCHOOLS’ GRADUATING SENIORS
Seniors in Collier County only have a few more days to take advantage of more than a million dollars in scholarship money from a new endowment.
Read ArticleCome Sail Away: Naples teen inspires sailors of all abilities to find freedom on the water
Collier County Parks and Recreation’s adaptive sailing program gives local teen freedom on the water.
Read ArticleAlina Donahue Puts a Face on Human Trafficking
Local mom and human trafficking survivor helps women like herself find their voice again.
Read ArticleWalking the Walk for Mental Health: a Mother’s Story
“I was told early on that the disease of mental illness was not a “casserole disease.” Friends and neighbors don’t visit with baked goods or flowers. People tend to shy away from what they don’t understand.”
Read ArticleNaples Moms Shop & Play Event Draws over 2400 People
The first Naples Moms Shop & Play event took place Sunday at Baker Park.
Read ArticleDiscovering Libraries Beyond the Books
Public libraries are just about the best deal on the planet. Yes, our taxes pay for libraries, but that happens whether we use their vast resources or not. Keep reading to learn about all of the library systems.
Read ArticleMOMentum Mom: Rabbi Ariel Boxman
Meet Rabbi Ariel Boxman, who wears many hats, including the one as the new preschool director of Temple Shalom Preschool.
Read ArticleMOMentum Moms: Briesa Ruby
Meet Briesa Ruby, who “beelieves” keeping harmony in the family hive makes life sweet.
Read ArticleMOMentum Moms: Yadi Lopez
Meet Yerania “Yadi” Lopez, who returned to Immokalee after nursing school to serve the unique needs of the migrant community in which she grew up.
Read ArticleMOMentum Moms: Phuong Gano
Meet our May MOMentum Mom: Phuong Gano. She has honored the American Dream of her Vietnam War refugee parents by becoming a teacher, a wife and mother, and a recipient of the Stand Up for Justice Award.
Read ArticleMOMentum Moms: Laurel Joel
This month’s MOMentum Mom, Laurel Joel, and her family have created a safe haven for those children as foster parents.
Read ArticleMOMentum Moms: Dara Albert
After her own family experienced financial and food insecurity, Dara Albert became determined to rebuild her life and give back to her community by becoming a Food Angel.
Read ArticleMomentum Moms: Natalie Ashby
Momentum Mom Corporal Natalie Ashby models kindness, strength, and bravery to both her daughter and the community she serves and protects.
Read ArticleDeputies Ticketing Kids For Doing the Right Thing
If a Collier deputy catches your child in the act this summer, they might just get a “ticket” as Collier County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) participates in 7-Eleven’s Operation Chill, a program that aims to reduce crime and build their rapport with kids.
Read ArticleCollier Grandparents Making Huge Difference at Parkside Elementary
Supporting the efforts of the staff are Parkside’s volunteers. One of the most significant efforts at the school recently has been the recruitment of more volunteers, principally retirees.
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