Earthly mandate
Local, global leaders champion blueprint for creating a more sustainable future
Stephen C. Rockefeller, son of Nelson, member of the famous political and philanthropic family, stood quietly in a lecture hall at Florida Gulf Coast University last week and tried to change the world. Full Story
Immokalee mom, children celebrate college scholarships
Former Gov. Jeb Bush unveiled a great surprise to an Immokalee family during this year's Celebration of Reading. Mr. Bush presented a four-year college scholarship to Maria Segura, a former student and current preschool leader at the Jump Start Family Literacy Academy. Mrs. Segura's two youngest children were awarded community college scholarships. Full Story
Bright ideas in SW Florida
Local inventors share the stories of their success
Southwest Floridians are known for pioneering things like vast retirement communities, citrus operations and tourist hot spots. But creative minds diversify the local economy in myriad ways, by escaping conventions and demanding that their heartfelt convictions be turned into reality. Full Story
FineMark opens new Estero office in Brooks Town Center
FineMark National Bank & Trust has opened its new Coconut Point office in the the Brooks Town Center, 10010 Coconut Road in Estero. The 9,390-square-foot building is home to a team of personal banking, business banking and trust and investment specialists. The two-story lobby is surrounded by private conference rooms. Full Story
Deconstructing Cole Porter
Naples Players music director points out what's most de-lovely about the lyrics in 'Anything Goes'
BY NANCY STETSON N othing says witty and urbane like a Cole Porter song. His tunes are sophisticated fun, with lyrics that delight and surprise, even upon repeated hearing. And the melodies linger in your mind like the memory of someone you love. Full Story
Furniture maker Brian Brace chosen as Developing Artist for inaugural Naples Masters Art Festival
At every fine arts festival he directs, Boulderbrook Productions CEO Richard Sullivan selects an up-and-coming talent as the festival's Developing Artist in recognition of that young artist's outstanding ability. Mr. Simmons then provides a free booth for the artist to exhibit at the festival. Full Story
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