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Breaking down the production process
Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008
It wasn’t exactly a peek backstage, but curious theatergoers got an insider’s perspective into the making of regional plays at the South County Regional Library on Wednesday.
Rachel Burttram, who serves as associate director of Florida Repertory Theatre and plays Laura in its current production of “The Glass Menagerie,” discussed and fielded questions about the production process in the library’s meeting room. Her talk was part of a series of discussions the Florida Rep held with libraries across Lee County. Full story »
Rachel Burttram, who serves as associate director of Florida Repertory Theatre and plays Laura in its current production of “The Glass Menagerie,” discussed and fielded questions about the production process in the library’s meeting room. Her talk was part of a series of discussions the Florida Rep held with libraries across Lee County. Full story »
The car that started it all
Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008
One hundred years ago: The first airplane flies in public on May 14, 1908. The Federal Bureau of Investigation forms later that year in July. The first Model T Ford rolls off the production line on Oct. 1. Revered as remodeling the social life of America, Henry Ford glides the Model T off the lot with the hope that everyday people could afford to travel to and from. Full story »
A Moment With Mr. August
Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008
Bonita Springs firefighter Cary Coburn talks with The Banner about posing for the 2009 Bonita firefighter calendar. Full story »
Caught Dining: Linda Elms
Thursday, Oct. 2, 2008
Snap Shot: Little Estero Island
Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008
Dozens of birds take flight from Little Estero Island, a small inlet just off Fort Myers Beach. The island is a temporary homes to numerous exotic birds.
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Caught golfing: Steve Susko
Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008
- Name: Steve Susko, Estero
- Location: Golf Coast Driving Range
- Clubs: “These are old T-Line. They’re my oldest clubs. But I’ve got some Callaways in New Jersey. Full story »
- Location: Golf Coast Driving Range
- Clubs: “These are old T-Line. They’re my oldest clubs. But I’ve got some Callaways in New Jersey. Full story »
In the biz: John Federici
Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008
- Name: John Federici
- Age: 28
- Position: Executive chef
- Restaurants: Crust Bistro and Wylds Cafe Full story »
- Age: 28
- Position: Executive chef
- Restaurants: Crust Bistro and Wylds Cafe Full story »
Catching a slice of unique fantasy knife market
Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008
Stocked with elaborate swords and battle axes, figurines of fairies and wizards, and house adornments featuring dragon and human skeleton motifs, Mark Schumm’s flea market shop draws its fair share of double-takes. Full story »
Meet the Baumgardners: Couple adopts four Colombian sisters
Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008
Meet the Baumgardners. For the last nine years they’ve consisted of Jason, 33, and Jennifer, 34. Now the couple has instantly turned into a family. They adopted four little girls — four sisters from Colombia. The quintessential parents-to-be combated fertility problems for three years before deciding that adoption was the way to bring more laughter and life into their Fort Myers home. Full story »
Students play principal for a day
Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008
Three principals roamed the halls of Bonita Springs Middle School last Friday, sporting sunglasses and chatting on walkie-talkies. But don’t worry, these 11-year-olds aren’t on the payroll. They won’t participate in school policy meetings or plea for funding in front of the school board. Their day in the limelight came courtesy of a game. Full story »
Better than par
Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008
Jungle Golf in Fort Myers turned into a zoo Monday afternoon as an onslaught of excited children grabbed putters and painted golf balls, and made their way to the holes. More than 20 children from the Boys and Girls Club of Lee County’s S.T.A.R.S. Complex in Fort Myers were treated to a round miniature golf after school.
The treat was compliments of the Executive Council of Southwest Florida, a group of young professionals who facilitate special events for the Boys and Girls Club of Lee County. The group scored the children not only a round of golf, but also stretched limousines to escort them to the course. Full story »
The treat was compliments of the Executive Council of Southwest Florida, a group of young professionals who facilitate special events for the Boys and Girls Club of Lee County. The group scored the children not only a round of golf, but also stretched limousines to escort them to the course. Full story »
Bonitan battles disease, hopes to be part of cure
Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008
Gregory Ford, 50, sits in a motorized chair in front of a computer screen in his Bonita Bay condo. He has limited use of his hands, enough to click a mouse and use a touch-screen computer. Before being diagnosed with Lou Gehrig’s Disease, he was a pilot. He fished. He hunted. He served in the Army. Now, he spends his time teaching others about his disease and fighting for a cure — not for himself — but for the 5,600 newly diagnosed patients each year. Full story »
A day at a different arcade
Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008
Once thought of as a new-age game for the young and hip, Nintendo’s Wii has a whole new target audience: retirees. They’re through letting children and teens have all the fun while they watch from afar. Full story »
Bonita woman swimming at state games
Friday, Sept. 26, 2008
For multi-sport athlete Dawn Coe, the Special Olympics Florida State Aquatic Games has always been just out of reach. She’s swam with Special Olympics Collier County for six years, but always missed qualifying for the state games. Full story »
Wagging tails, cooling temps
Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008
A crowd of animal lovers and their furry friends gathered at Miromar Outlets to celebrate the end of a season over the weekend.
The event, Gone are the Dog Days of Summer, brought together adoption agencies, pet-friendly businesses and organizations, music, fashion shows and the sounds and sights of wagging tails and barking dogs to Estero. Full story »
The event, Gone are the Dog Days of Summer, brought together adoption agencies, pet-friendly businesses and organizations, music, fashion shows and the sounds and sights of wagging tails and barking dogs to Estero. Full story »
Love it, hate it, think the state should wait? Governor Charlie Crist has been getting an earful about the plan to lease Alligator Alley. Now's your turn. Tell the Governor how you feel! »
- Interactive map of coyote incidents from Estero down to Marco Island
- Surveillance camera video of coyote attack in East Naples
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Since March 6, coyotes have been fingered in a string of attacks against dogs, cats and goats in Lee and Collier counties. Coyotes have killed three small dogs, injured three others, and caused a man who came into contact with the coyote’s saliva and a woman who was bitten by one to have rabies shots.
Tim Aten and Brad Kane attempt to answer the burning questions about Southwest Florida that bother residents to no end. Get the answers » Got questions burning a hole in your keyboard? E-mail specific queries with your name and city of residence to intheknow (at) naplesnews.com.
It’s with great pleasure that we introduce Swimsuit 2008, our third annual swimwear edition. We take pride in the fact that all models involved are from right here in our community. This is where they live, work and play. Check it out! »
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- Collier Pathways Advisory Committee & Lee County Bicycle Pedestrian Coordinating Committee Meeting -- 10/06/08 at Bonita City Hall
- Collier County Public Vehicle Advisory Committee -- 10/06/08 at Collier County Environmental Services Division
- Exhibit: "3 Women of Merit: Part 2" -- 10/06/08 at The von Liebig Art Center
- Makeover Monday at Blu Sushi -- 10/06/08 at Blu Sushi - Fort Myers
- Collier County Airport Authority Board Meeting -- 10/06/08 at Marco Island Executive Airport
- Planetarium Show: "Skies Over Southwest Florida" -- 10/06/08 at The Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium
