The U.S. and Southwest Florida economies face uncertainty due to AI investments, trade policies, and a government shutdown.

A variety of hospitality venues are set to open at the Galleria Shoppes at Vanderbilt in North Naples, including an Italian market Ambrosi & Sons opening in early 2026.

Library patrons face delays in accessing new materials as Baker & Taylor, the nation’s top book distributor, closes in January. Lee and Collier County libraries are scrambling for solutions after the ...

The arts in Collier County serve as a catalyst for business, healthcare, education, and community resilience, with ...

In the late 1800s, railroad tycoons built luxury hotels to attract travelers to Florida, sparking economic growth in the ...

In economic development circles, fine arts are often dismissed as decorative rather than essential. But in Southwest Florida, ...

Outback Steakhouse closes original Naples location after 30 years. Former top performer in bar and overall sales. Two new ...

Shake Shack is set to open in the former Pollo Tropical spot in Naples. The new spot will offer its famous burgers and shakes ...

Tourism Director reports steady visitation and strong sports tourism trends, highlighting $59 million in economic impact from ...

Aqua Seafood, Steaks & Raw Bar in Naples gets a facelift with new chandeliers, bringing a fresh new look to the downtown ...

At its Oct. 28 meeting, Charlotte County BoCC approved site plans for two Punta Gorda developments by Atwell LLC - housing ...

Beware of crypto ATM scams targetting Southwest Florida residents. Scammers pose as law enforcement and instruct victims to use crypto ATMs. Victims lose large sums, with hundreds of thousands ...