Mark Bickel

1 day ago | naplesnews.com | Mark Bickel

American Airlines will offer nonstop flights between RSW and PHX for the 2025 holiday season. The daily flights will operate from November 20 to December 3, and December 18 to January 6. Flights will utilize a Boeing 737 aircraft. Mountains. Desert. Cactus. It's a lot different in Arizona than it is in Florida in many ways. But a few things these two places have in common are great weather, great golf courses and great dining and entertainment.

2 days ago | naplesnews.com | Mark Bickel |Cheryl McCloud

Southern Living suggests several Florida locations offer a Caribbean-like experience, including beaches, charming towns, and wildlife. Three Lee County locations—Captiva Island, Cayo Costa Island, and Sanibel Island—were highlighted for their unique characteristics. Keewaydin Island in Collier County was also recommended for its remote, undeveloped atmosphere. Is the Caribbean calling you?

4 days ago | yahoo.com | Mark Bickel

In recognition of National Lightning Safety Awareness Week (June 22-28) we have found these 35 amazing lightning photos from our archives − from Fort Myers Beach to Marco Island. Spectacular lightning shows are common during the summer in Southwest Florida, usually starting when the rainy season starts in June. National Lightning Safety Awareness Week started in 2001 in order to call attention to lightning being an underrated killer.

5 days ago | yahoo.com | Mark Bickel

Cape Coral, one of the fastest growing cities in the U.S., is know for everything from its vast network of canals to its cute burrowing owls. Add car washes to the list. Or, at least, that is the perception when you drive around the Cape. Lately, it feels like there's a car wash going up on every corner. As Cape Coral grows, so does the number of car washes from south Cape to north Cape.

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Mark Bickel |C. A. Bridges

The Lee County Black History Society is hosting "Juneteenth Honoring our Ancestory" that will feature music with a DJ and bands, a kids zone, love performances, vendors and more. Here is what to know:WHEN: Saturday, June 21TIME: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.WHERE: Dr. Ann Murphy-Knight S.T.A.R.S.ComplexWEBSITE: (More information) Juneteenth - The Lee County Black History SocietyWHO TO CALL: For more information contact the Lee County Black History Society at 239-332-8778.