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Collier County Students Start the 2025-26 School Year: What to Know Collier County Students Start the 2025-26 School Year: What to Know The school bells are ringing once again in Collier County! As students across the region head back to classrooms, parents and educators are adjusting to new schedules, updated policies, and exciting developments within the school system. This year promises a blend of familiar routines and exciting initiatives designed to enhance the educational experience for students of all ages. New School Year, New Beginnings: Key Dates and Important...

2 Dead After Jet Ski Crash in Marco Island 2 Dead After Jet Ski Crash in Marco Island Two people are dead following a tragic jet ski accident off the coast of Marco Island late Sunday afternoon, sending shockwaves through the close-knit community and prompting renewed calls for increased water safety awareness across Collier County, including popular Naples areas like Vanderbilt Beach Road and the Gordon River Greenway. The incident occurred approximately two miles offshore near the westernmost point of Marco Island, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation...

Donations Keep Coming for NCH’s $295M Heart Center in Naples Donations Keep Coming for NCH’s $295M Heart Center in Naples Generous Giving Fuels Construction of State-of-the-Art Facility The planned $295 million NCH Healthcare System Heart Center in Naples continues to receive significant financial support from the community, ensuring its timely completion and bolstering its potential to provide top-tier cardiac care to residents and visitors alike. The influx of donations highlights the community’s commitment to advanced healthcare options right here in Collier...

Collier County Deputies Investigate Alleged Social Media Threat Aimed at Innovation Preparatory Academy Collier County Deputies Investigate Alleged Social Media Threat Aimed at Innovation Preparatory Academy Collier County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies are currently investigating an alleged social media threat targeting Innovation Preparatory Academy, a K-8 charter school located near the bustling intersection of Vanderbilt Beach Road and Immokalee Road. The investigation began late Tuesday evening after a concerning post surfaced online, prompting immediate action from school...

Collier County’s Open Carry Stance Sparks Debate; Safety Prioritized Collier County’s Open Carry Stance Sparks Debate; Safety Prioritized A Community Divided: Open Carry in Collier County The recent affirmation of Collier County’s permissive stance on open carry has ignited a passionate debate amongst residents, business owners, and law enforcement officials. While proponents champion Second Amendment rights and a belief in the deterrent effect of visible firearms, critics express concerns about public safety, potential escalation of conflicts, and the impact on...

Collier County to Address Visitor Drop, Help Fill Hotel Rooms. Here’s How Collier County to Address Visitor Drop, Help Fill Hotel Rooms. Here’s How Naples, FL – Collier County is facing a noticeable dip in tourism, prompting the Board of County Commissioners to implement a multifaceted strategy aimed at boosting visitor numbers and filling the county’s many hotel rooms. The decline, attributed to a confluence of factors including inflation, economic uncertainty, and increased competition from other popular vacation destinations, has impacted businesses across the...