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

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, ...

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

Florida has remained one of the fastest-growing states in recent years. But its peak boom years were actually decades ago.

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

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

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

Florida International Air Show to feature new performers including MiG-17 jets led by Randy Ball, after military acts cancel ...

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 ...