Laura Layden

2 weeks ago | naplesnews.com | Laura Layden

Collier County commissioners voted 3-2 to amend a contract for the purchase of nearly 2,250 acres near Lake Trafford. Disagreements arose regarding responsibility for environmental cleanup of contaminants like arsenic and lead. Sellers agreed to remediate the site or cancel the contract, with the county facing increased damages if they back out after cleanup.

2 weeks ago | naplesnews.com | Laura Layden

NeoGenomics has seen a strong start to the year. The Fort Myers-based cancer testing and research lab reported revenue growth of 8% in the first quarter over the year. Revenue rose from roughly $156.2 million last year to more than $168 million this year. Losses narrowed, declining by 4% over the year to $25.9 million – a difference of about $1 million. This year's losses translated to 20 cents a share (before adjustments). Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.

2 weeks ago | naplesnews.com | Laura Layden

A Port Royal mansion in Naples sold for a record-breaking $85 million, the highest price ever recorded in Collier County. The buyers are billionaire and entrepreneur David Hoffmann, and wife Jerri. They are well-known philanthropists in Southwest Florida. The sale could boost the Naples luxury real estate market, which cooled down in 2022. Port Royal is a highly sought-after neighborhood, known for its exclusivity, including membership to the Port Royal Club.

3 weeks ago | naplesnews.com | Laura Layden

Four Florida metros lost jobs over the year in March, three of which are in Southwest Florida. Southwest Florida’s leisure and hospitality sector lost 6,500 jobs, likely due to a tourism slowdown. Despite the overall job losses, some beach resorts have not cut back on staffing. While hiring continues in Southwest Florida, it's at a slower pace than past years. In Florida, four metros lost jobs over the year in March.

3 weeks ago | golfweek.usatoday.com | Laura Layden

• Naples City Council unanimously approved revised plans for the Naples Beach Club golf course and tennis center renovation. • The project includes an 18-hole Tom Fazio-designed golf course. • Final approval from the Design Review Board is needed before construction begins, with the resort opening later this year and the golf course a year later. Plans to remake the former Naples Beach Hotel's golf course have reached their final approach.