by Michelle Combs | Nov 5, 2023 | Welcome to Naples
DID YOU KNOW? ♥ 1 in 7 children in Florida will experience the death of a parent or sibling by age 25. ♥ An estimated 7,710 children in Collier County are grieving the death of a loved one. Valerie’s House is the only organization in Southwest Florida with the...
by Michelle Combs | Sep 3, 2023 | Welcome to Naples
A report from Redfin shows that the average U.S. teacher can afford just 12% of homes for sale within commuting distance of their school, down from 17% last summer and 30% in 2019. Additionally, the average teacher can afford just over 25% of available rentals within...
by Michelle Combs | Jul 25, 2023 | Welcome to Naples
The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, located on Florida’s Gulf Coast, is set to undergo a redesign and expansion, marking its 40th anniversary. The property re-opened this month with redesigned outdoor spaces, guest rooms, public areas, and three new restaurants. The...
by Michelle Combs | Jun 16, 2023 | Welcome to Naples
NAPLES PIER RECONSTRUCTION Naples City Council voted on a 30% conceptual design for the Naples Pier on Wednesday. The historic pier, which suffered major damage from Hurricane Ian in September, is facing an estimated $20 million reconstruction upon approval by...
by Michelle Combs | May 31, 2023 | Welcome to Naples
Florida’s Paradise Coast, also known as Collier County, Florida, has a long and rich history that has shaped the community into what it is today. From its earliest days as a small settlement to its modern-day development as one of the most popular tourist destinations...
by Michelle Combs | May 5, 2023 | Welcome to Naples
This month’s column spotlights many of the restaurants that opened for the first time during the first three months of 2023. As expected, the first quarter of the year introduced many new dining spots in the Naples area. Target opening dates remained a...
