As usual, this is the place for Everblades fans to meet and discuss the game before, during and after. I'll be at the game and I'll be updating my twitter as much as possible. You can follow me here. If...

Pelosi on the Constitutionality of the Proposed Health Care Legislation

Like it or not, this will be the future with the "public option".

Another attempt to push a bill opposed by the majority of Americans

Great Irish Music coming to Naples

An earlier anecdote, "Do You Know What A Comma Is?" reminded me of a little trick I learned many years ago to help students understand the power of proper punctuation. Many students who are openly resistive or just skeptical about...

Change is Prevalent but Wanted

Consider the possibilities ...

Most of us have an innate curiosity about the planet we live on and the universe surrounding us.

My one guilty pleasure is killer animal films.

US Fish and and Wildlife should not haven taken the Brown Pelican off the endangered species list. Populations here in SW Florida haven declined by 4%.

Because targeting .5% of the problem is much easier than 16% of the national economy.

Is it just the landscapers and contractors that have no concern for drivers, or is there also another culprit that puts us at risk?

Master entertainer Louis Prima died in 1978, but he remains as popular as ever, mainly due to the efforts of his widow, Gia Maione.

The November Florida Panther Update is now available on-line. See photos and read about how a mother panther was helped last month to escape possible death on the road.

Wow, what a week for you poor fisherman. Windy doesn't quite cover it. Well, eventhough the wind made fishing a struggle the fish were bitting. Fished thoughout most of this windy week and found that the fish didn't mind a bit, just the fisherman.

Answer: Cap and Trade

Quality counts: You get what you pay for

What will 'the new normal' be like?

Obama's inappropriate behavior in a time of tragedy

Political correct going amuck

An article was published online today in the Journal of Public Health. Researchers at Johns Hopkins Children's Center in Baltimore determined children whose families were without health insurance were 60 percent more likely to die in the hospital than those with such insurance. This resulted in some 17,000 unnecessary deaths over two decades. Keep in mind for every child who died, many more endured extra pain and suffering as diagnostic tests and medically necessary procedures were delayed. David C. Chang, co-director of the pediatric surgery outcomes research group at Hopkins and a study co-author, said he could not think of a medical treatment that has such a dramatic impact on health outcomes as health insurance seemingly does.

Please share your experiences with this bug and its vaccine

Sustainable Tour Across North America, from Naples to the Pacific Northwest, to the Midwest, to the Great Lakes, Southeast...and back to Florida.

Sunflowers, Chad Oliver and me!

... And he likes it! And hopes for more!

The live blog for this week's Collier County Commission meeting begins Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009, at 9 a.m.

Residency and financial policies meet -- or collide?

eNewsletter expert puts it all in perspective for professional service providers

When you are a publisher, you never know how your day is going to go, which is what I love (and hate sometimes).
Today’s blog goes to the dogs.

Finding the catalyst to tie it all together

Sometimes kindness, real and metaphorical, occurs in unexpected places, if only we take the time to look for it.

Even the most waste-conscious among us can feel overwhelmed by the amount of household waste that goes beyond what municipal recyclers and compost bins can handle. This list will help you divert more waste away from landfills.

Welcome to this blog. I am running for election to the Marco Island City Council, and am very interested in what you, the voters on Marco Island, desire in your city government. I have developed a website http://www.magel4marco.com , you can read additional information about me, my position on some of the current issues, and thoughts on making city government more responsive to the citizens.
I believe my management experience in lean, cost effective operations and strong financial management are needed at this time in Marco’s history. I have been involved in numerous governmental committees serving the citizens on Marco and Collier County. My campaign theme is “ An Independent Voice – For A Change”, and if elected will work to represent the citizens of Marco balancing your requirements for services with the realities of the economy in these difficult financial times.
Please let me have your thoughts

Christopher Ellis gets a surprise aboard the USS Ronald Reagan that brightens his day.

An introduction to 'propaganda'

I bid you adieu!

I chastised myself for worrying about Ghanaians holding their own on the world stage as I eavesdropped on the two very astute Ghanaian nationals giving my fellow Americans a real run. I already appreciate how good we Americans are in these matters. I felt pride, too for the Ghanaians so up to the challenge. These people are important to me now, too.

Matt Hudson expects to be busy this year.

Councilman Wayne Waldack, here, reporting back from Orlando, where the annual Florida League of Cities Conference was held.

Get the free booklet titled "New American Chefs" at Williams-Sonoma, Waterside Shops, 5415 U.S. 41 N., Naples for new and innovative recipes.

Marco Islanders' old cell phones can create a great benefit for our troops abroad

The Puerto Rican national team takes on the Minnesota Twins at Hammond Stadium.

Time to go ... and an MVP from Glades Central

Allow me to get off of the Pop Culture Pedestal for a second and retell one of the most moving and inspiring stories I've ever heard, from my drama professor Sid Homan. I hope that, upon reading it, you feel as ready to take on the world as I do.

Well done Dr. Gray!

Officials with the Collier County Supervisor of Elections Office determined Tuesday night that the 1,000 faulty ballots have white blemishes in the tracking area on the left-hand margin. This prevented the machines from scanning them properly.

Kona Grill, an American grill and sushi bar, announced that it has closed its restaurant in Naples, according to a press release on the company's Web site.

I would like to give you a run-down of the many subjects involved with boating safety in the form of a quick Q&. I number them for easy recall.

Come join the grand opening of Mackle Park's Spray Park and Tot Basketball Court on Saturday, Oct 13th from 12:00pm - 2:00pm.

The season finally ended and what a year it was. We took the season to the last possible day you can have in Minor League Baseball.

Margie Ogle is an Accredited Staging Professional (ASP™ ) and a member of the International Association of Home Staging Professionals (IAHSP ™).

The sandy beaches and the gorgeous warm waters of Marco Island can make for the perfect day unless you are one of the unfortunate ones that encounter a Dasyatidae, also known as stingrays.

The snook bite is going off on the beaches! The best time to get out there with a fly rod is at daybreak but the bite can last well into the heat of the afternoon if conditions are favorable. Look for the bait and cast on the fringes. There's no need to cast out very far; in fact, you shouldn't even have to get your feet wet as long as the tides rollin' in!

The Pittsburgh Pirates made three early runs stand up in a 3-2 win over the Red Sox.

North Dakota fans are chanting and feeling better but FGCU still is in cruise control with a 77-56 lead with less than five minutes remaining. Well, there's a Steffi Sorensen steal and layup. That's how fast the Eagles are in this.

Monday qualifier Tim Conley finished up at 6-under.

I kind of worked it out the last 25 holes were just really as good as I can play, I think. I’m still making mental errors because it’s my first tournament since September.

She was always going to be a great champion, Serena Williams. From her early days on tour it was obvious she had great natural skill and a fierce drive to win and be more than just 'Venus' little sister".

One of the rites of passages of coming to Florida—at least in my eyes—is going to Disney World. I mean, how can you pass it up? It’s only a few hours down the road. I also have a girlfriend, who is a little too obsessed with Ariel for a 24 year old, who begged me to go.

X-tina and Ray LaMontagne get their retro on and in turn release some great music.

Have you heard the one about the man who died and went to heaven? As he approached the pearly white gates of glory, Saint Peter welcomed him to heaven and asked him where he was from. “Marco Island,” the man replied.
“Oh,” said Saint Peter, “You might not like it here.”

Answer: Corned beef hash, baked beans, ham and cheese and white bread.
Question: What are foods you won't find in The Ritz-Carlton dining room.

Are you sure that was a Category 3?

It's a good thing we all get along because working in a room that's probably 12 feet by 20 feet with five or six other people isn't the friendliest of situations.

South Lee County responders back in action, ready for assessments.

Fire alarms were tripped throughout the morning due to losses in power. Evacuees were already standing in lines that stretched the entire length of the concourse waiting for their breakfast, fruit and struedel, when an automated message blared over the loudspeakers at 7:58 a.m. telling them to report to the nearest exit.