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Full gallery »First Baptist Academy Commencement

  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Tori Mitchell throws up the peace sign just after taking a class photo with the senior students at the First Baptist Academy graduation ceremony on Friday, May 17, 2013 in Naples, Fla. There are 43 students in the graduating class.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff First Baptist Academy Headmaster Tom Rider leads the senior class into prayer before the start of their graduation ceremony on Friday, May 17, 2013 in Naples, Fla. There are 43 students in the graduating class.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff J.R. Williams, Michelle Hemon, and Taylor Porschen, left to right, sit together before the start of the First Baptist Academy graduation ceremony on Friday, May 17, 2013 in Naples, Fla. There are 43 students in the graduating class.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Rebecca Curran looks towards the senior's preparing for the First Baptist Academy graduation ceremony on Friday, May 17, 2013 in Naples, Fla. There are 43 students in the graduating class.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff The senior class prepares for their graduation at the First Baptist Academy graduation ceremony on Friday, May 17, 2013 in Naples, Fla. There are 43 students in the graduating class.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Austin Williamson fixes his tassel before the start of the First Baptist Academy graduation ceremony on Friday, May 17, 2013 in Naples, Fla. There are 43 students in the graduating class.


Full gallery »Seacrest seniors hunt for college lessons

  • David Albers/Staff Seacrest Country Day School seniors Claudica Kenol, left, and Harriet Fletcher leave Edison State College on foot after visiting the registrar's office and student bookstore as part of a scavenger hunt for their Transition to College class on Friday, May 17, 2013, in Naples. Seniors from the school wrapped up an eight-week transition to college program with the scavenger hunt to Edison College and other East Naples locations using public transportation.
  • David Albers/Staff Seacrest Country Day School seniors Rachel Haskins, left, and Zoe Tenreiro navigate the CAT bus system after visiting Physicians Regional Medical Center - Collier Boulevard as part of a scavenger hunt for their Transition to College class on Friday, May 17, 2013, in Naples. Seniors from the school wrapped up an eight-week transition to college program with the scavenger hunt to Edison College and other East Naples locations using public transportation.
  • David Albers/Staff Seacrest Country Day School seniors Brooke Mastmeier, left, and Rachel Haskins photograph a random act of kindness they performed at Edison State College as part of a scavenger hunt for their Transition to College class on Friday, May 17, 2013, in Naples. Seniors from the school wrapped up an eight-week transition to college program with the scavenger hunt to Edison College and other East Naples locations using public transportation.
  • David Albers/Staff Seacrest Country Day School seniors Brooke Mastmeier, Rachel Haskins and Patience Elett, left to right, visit the Edison State College bookstore as part of a scavenger hunt for their Transition to College class on Friday, May 17, 2013, in Naples. Seniors from the school wrapped up an eight-week transition to college program with the scavenger hunt to Edison College and other East Naples locations using public transportation.
  • David Albers/Staff Seacrest Country Day School seniors Rachel Haskins, Brooke Mastmeier and Zoe Tenreiro, left to right, celebrate a scavenger hunt find at the Edison State College bookstore as part of their Transition to College class on Friday, May 17, 2013, in Naples. Seniors from the school wrapped up an eight-week transition to college program with the scavenger hunt to Edison College and other East Naples locations using public transportation.


Full gallery »Missing Persons in Collier

  • Name: Adji Desir Year missing: 2009 Last seen at: 2225 Chadwick Cir Immokalee, FL 34142 Age at disappearance: 6 Sex: M Description: Adji Desir was last seen wearing a blue and yellow t-shirt, blue and yellow shorts and black and grey sneakers. He was last seen in Farmworkers Village. If anyone has information on this case, please call the Collier County Sheriff's Office at (239) 252-9300.
  • Name: Wendy Hudakoc Year missing: 1998 Last seen at: Lake 5th Ave S & E Lake Dr Naples Age at disappearance: 14 Sex: F Description: Wendy Hudakoc was last seen leaving a party with an adult male on Nov. 15, 1998 in the city of Naples. She has not been seen since her disappearance. If anyone has information on this case, please call the Collier County Sheriff's Office at (239) 252-9300.
  • Name: Marie Chantal Delly Year missing: 2010 Last seen at: 3451 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, FL Age at disappearance: 34 Sex: F Description: Marie Chantal Delly was last seen at her place of employment, Walmart on U.S. 41 East. She is diabetic and may not have her medication with her. If anyone has information on this case, please call the Collier County Sheriff's Office at (239) 252-9300.
  • Name: Donald Donnell Jackson II Year missing: 2010 Last seen at: 2090 48th St SW Naples, FL 34116 Age at disappearance: Unk. Sex: M Description: Missing Endangered Juvenile Donald Donnell Jackson, II, was taken by his mother Sasha Kawana Knight to Canada without his father's permission. There is a pick up order by a Collier County dudge for Kawana to bring Donald home. Mr Jackson is working with the Hague Convention to make arrangements to return Donald to the U.S. If anyone has information on this case, please call the Collier County Sheriff's Office at (239) 252-9300.
  • Name: Ronnie Henderson Year missing: 1985 Last seen at: 966 Sundrop Court, Marco Island Age at disappearance: 73 Sex: M Description: Ronnie Henderson left for a fishing trip to the Gulf of Mexico in a 1968 21 T-Craft boat on May 31, 1985, and has not been seen since. If anyone has information on this case, please call the Collier County Sheriff's Office at (239) 252-9300.
  • Name: Richard James Estrada Year missing: 2000 Last seen at: Hibiscus Golf Course, Naples, FL Age at disappearance: 38 Sex: M Description: Richard Estrada was last seen in the Naples Area in May 2000. He was worked at a local golf course. His residence burned about three days after he was last seen. If anyone has information on this case, please call the Collier County Sheriff's Office at (239) 252-9300.

If anyone has information on any of these missing persons cases, please call the Collier County Sheriff's Office at (239) 252-9300.



Full gallery »Let me play, Emily Culvahouse on the football team

  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Freshman and varsity kicker, Emily Culvahouse walks to the locker room after practice with her Estero High School team on Monday, May 13, 2013 in Estero, Fla. During the fall season, Culvahouse made a 25-yard field goal that won the game.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Freshman and varsity kicker, Emily Culvahouse practices her kick on a football field that is adjacent from her Estero High School team on Monday, May 13, 2013 in Estero, Fla. 'I want to get as much practice as I can so that I can practice over there with the boys,' Culvahouse said. During the fall season, Culvahouse made a 25-yard field goal that won the game.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Freshman and varsity kicker, Emily Culvahouse practices with her Estero High School team on Monday, May 13, 2013 in Estero, Fla. Culvahouse is determined to improve. She spends the majority of practice working on her kick. During the fall season, Culvahouse made a 25-yard field goal that won the game.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Freshman and varsity kicker, Emily Culvahouse is determined to improve her abilities as a football player on the Estero High School Team on Monday, May 13, 2013 in Estero, Fla. 'I want to get as much practice as I can so that I can practice over there with the boys,' Culvahouse said.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Freshman and varsity kicker, Emily Culvahouse walks onto the football field for practice with her Estero High School team on Monday, May 13, 2013 in Estero, Fla. During the fall season, Culvahouse made a 25-yard field goal that won the game.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Freshman and varsity kicker, Emily Culvahouse listens to her coach give a pep-talk to the Estero High School team after practice on Monday, May 13, 2013 in Estero, Fla. During the fall season, Culvahouse made a 25-yard field goal that won the game.


Full gallery »Practicing for the deaf version of the Wizard of OZ

  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Cynthia LaFever rehearses for her role as Dorothy in a deaf version of the musical, 'The Wizard of Oz,' at the Creative Theater Workshop on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, Naples, Fla. During the production, LaFever will sign the lines while an interpreter, off stage, voices the lines for non-deaf people in the audience. Performances are May 18th and 19th at 11:00 a.m. at Cultural Park Theater.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Diana Ascher, right, interprets lines for actors on stage rehearsing for an all deaf production of the musical, 'The Wizard of Oz,' at the Creative Theater Workshop on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, Naples, Fla. While actors on stage sign their lines, interpreters voice them for non-deaf people in the audience. Performances are May 18th and 19th at 11:00 a.m. at Cultural Park Theater.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Mike Jennings, Megan Salerno, and Sarah Best, left to right, practice the curtain speech during a dress rehearsal for a deaf version of the musical, 'The Wizard of Oz,' at the Creative Theater Workshop on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, Naples, Fla. Every role on stage is signed and voiced by interpreters on the right of the stage. Performances are May 18th and 19th at 11:00 a.m. at Cultural Park Theater.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Director Michelle Hamstra, left, puts make-up on Cynthia LaFever, who is acting the role of Dorothy for a deaf version of the musical, 'The Wizard of Oz,' at the Creative Theater Workshop on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, Naples, Fla. LaFever learned sign language in high school. During the production, LaFever will sign the lines while an interpreter, off stage, voices the lines for people in the audience. Performances are May 18th and 19th at 11:00 a.m. at Cultural Park Theater.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Chris Hamstra, left, and Brock Drimones, right, sign their lines while rehearsing for a scene in a deaf version of the musical, 'The Wizard of Oz,' at the Creative Theater Workshop on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, Naples, Fla. Hamstra is co-directing the production with his wife, Michelle Hamstra. Every role on stage is signed and voiced by interpreters on the right of the stage. Performances are May 18th and 19th at 11:00 a.m. at Cultural Park Theater.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Actors Gabriel Sanchez, Rachel Slike, and Cynthia LaFever, left to right, do a dress rehearsal for a deaf version of the musical 'The Wizard of Oz,' at the Creative Theater Workshop on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, Naples, Fla. Every role on stage is signed and voiced by interpreters on the right of the stage. Performances are May 18th and 19th at 11:00 a.m. at Cultural Park Theater.


Full gallery »Editorial Cartoons: May 17, 2013

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The Internal Revenue Service, Benghazi, and monitoring Associated Press journalists are current events or personalities featured this week in our editorial cartoons gallery. Check out more editorial cartoons at naplesnews.com/cartoons.



Full gallery »Spring Season, FBA wins against Bishop Verot

  • Dania Maxwell/Staff First Baptist Academy players runs onto the field before the start of a Spring football game against the Bishop Verot Vikings on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at First Baptist Academy in Naples, Fla.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Sarah Taylor kisses her son Jack Taylor as the players from the Bishop Verot Vikings come onto the football field for the game against the First Baptist Academy on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at First Baptist Academy in Naples, Fla.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Christian Rodriguez (2) of the First Baptist Academy stands with the players of his team during the National Anthem before the start of a Spring football game against the Bishop Verot Vikings on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at First Baptist Academy in Naples, Fla.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Jon Bowlin, of Naples, sings for the crowd before the start of the First Baptist Academy Spring football game against the Bishop Verot Vikings on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at First Baptist Academy in Naples, Fla.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Kody Vanduser (11) of the First Baptist Academy takes a moment to himself before the start of a Spring football game against the Bishop Verot Vikings on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at First Baptist Academy in Naples, Fla.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Andy Taylor stands on the football field before the start of a Spring football game between the First Baptist Academy and the Bishop Verot Vikings on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at First Baptist Academy in Naples, Fla.


Full gallery »King Richards assets auctioned off

  • David Albers/Staff Three-year-old Jessica Martinez, of Naples, watches as the go-cart she is sitting in is marked sold during an action to sell the assets of King Richard's Family Fun Park on Thursday, May 16, 2013, in Naples.
  • David Albers/Staff Darin Spieth, an auctioneer with Norton of Michigan auction company, leads an auction to sell the assets of King Richard's Family Fun Park on Thursday, May 16, 2013, in Naples.
  • David Albers/Staff Jim Fry, an employee of Norton of Michigan auction company, draws attention to a child's fire engine ride during an auction to sell the assets of King Richardâ’s Family Fun Park on Thursday, May 16, 2013, in Naples.
  • David Albers/Staff A go-cart is marked with a lot number during an auction to sell the assets of King Richardâ’s Family Fun Park on Thursday, May 16, 2013, in Naples.
  • David Albers/Staff A woman examines bounce houses up for sale at an auction to sell the assets of King Richardâ’s Family Fun Park on Thursday, May 16, 2013, in Naples.
  • David Albers/Staff Darin Spieth, an auctioneer with Norton of Michigan auction company, leads an auction to sell the assets of King Richard's Family Fun Park on Thursday, May 16, 2013, in Naples.


Full gallery »FGCU signs 6-7 Tulane transfer Marc-Eddy Norelia

  • Olympia High School's Marc-Eddy Norelia during Varsity boys basketball media day at Lake Highland Prep in Orlando, Fla. Saturday, November 12, 2011. (Gary W. Green/Staff Photographer)
  • Portrait of Marc Eddy Norelia from Olympia High School in Orlando, Fla. during Varsity Boys Basketball media day on Saturday November 12, 2011. (Joshua C. Cruey, Orlando Sentinel)
  • Olympia High School's Marc-Eddy Norelia during Varsity boys basketball media day at Lake Highland Prep in Orlando, Fla. Saturday, November 12, 2011. (Gary W. Green/Staff Photographer)
  • Portrait of Marc Eddy Norelia from Olympia High School in Orlando, Fla. during Varsity Boys Basketball media day on Saturday November 12, 2011. (Joshua C. Cruey, Orlando Sentinel)


Full gallery »Marco Island Code Compliance Board

  • Anadenia Liy asks Marco Island’s Code Compliance Board for a time extension on connecting to the city’s sewer system. Liy asked for the extension Tuesday, citing financial problems. Cheryl Ferrara/Eagle Correspondent
  • Five members of Marco Island’s Code Compliance board listen to testimony by respondents who violated city codes. Seated from left at Tuesday’s meeting are Phil Kostelnik, Dawn Henderson, Rony Joel, Chairman Lou Prigge and Dick Adams. Cheryl Ferrara/Eagle Correspondent
  • Willard Giansanti, a local builder, explains repairs needed for 815 Rose Court to come into compliance and make the house livable. Giansanti spoke before Marco Island’s Code Compliance Board on Tuesday. Cheryl Ferrara/Eagle Correspondent
  • Multiple problems with this gravel parking area caused enough frustration that City Councilor Larry Sacher spoke for neighbors Tuesday and asked Marco Island’s Code Compliance Board to fine the property’s owner to the fullest extent. Cheryl Ferrara/Eagle Correspondent


Full gallery »JetBlue Park prepared for high school baseball finals

  • David Albers/Staff JetBlue Park pro-am grounds crew members stencil the Florida High School Athletic Association's baseball finals logo near home plate on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, in preparation for the state high school baseball championships. Starting May 15, the spring training home of the Boston Red Sox in Fort Myers will host eight days of high school baseball state finals.
  • David Albers/Staff JetBlue Park pro-am sports stadium manager Pablo Adorno carries a stencil of the Florida High School Athletic Association's baseball finals logo to the field near home plate on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, in preparation for the state high school baseball championships. Starting May 15, the spring training home of the Boston Red Sox in Fort Myers will host eight days of high school baseball state finals.
  • David Albers/Staff A banner is placed along the replica of the 'Green Monster' at JetBlue Park on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, in preparation for the state high school baseball championships. Starting May 15, the spring training home of the Boston Red Sox in Fort Myers will host eight days of high school baseball state finals.
  • David Albers/Staff JetBlue Park pro-am grounds crew members stencil the Florida High School Athletic Association's baseball finals logo near home plate on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, in preparation for the state high school baseball championships. Starting May 15, the spring training home of the Boston Red Sox in Fort Myers will host eight days of high school baseball state finals.
  • David Albers/Staff A JetBlue Park pro-am grounds crew member stops near the 'Green Monster' replica on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, during preparations for the state high school baseball championships. Starting May 15, the spring training home of the Boston Red Sox in Fort Myers will host eight days of high school baseball state finals.
  • David Albers/Staff JetBlue Park pro-am grounds crew member Aric Coffee stencils the Florida High School Athletic Association's baseball finals logo near home plate on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, in preparation for the state high school baseball championships. Starting May 15, the spring training home of the Boston Red Sox in Fort Myers will host eight days of high school baseball state finals.


Full gallery »Sunshine Pharmacy owner Del Parrish arrested

  • Sunshine pharmacy co-owner Del Parrish gives the personal attention that his business is known for at Sunshine Pharmacy's Rattlesnake-Hammock Road location on Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, in Naples. David Albers/ Staff
  • Del Parrish, left, owner of Sunshine Pharmacy, reviews paperwork with store manager Lindsay Drew, as business development manager Arelys Millet talks on the phone at the new Sunshine Pharmacy location location on Davis Boulevard Wednesday afternoon, August 16. David Ahntholz/Staff
  • Sunshine Pharmacy co-owner Del Parrish personally fills prescriptions at Sunshine Pharmacy's Rattlesnake-Hammock Road location on Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, in Naples. David Albers/ Staff
  • Sunshine Pharmacy co-owner Del Parrish, center, gives the personal attention that his business is known for at Sunshine Pharmacy's Rattlesnake-Hammock Road location on Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, in Naples. David Albers/ Staff


Full gallery »Gresham, Poling win top student-athlete awards

  • Roger LaLonde Staff The Marco Island Charter Middle School girls track team proudly displays their Collier County Athletic Conference Championship banner at the Marco Island Charter Middle School Student-Athlete Awards Night on Thursday at the school.
  • Roger LaLonde Staff Rosie Poling, left and Tyler Gresham were named the top student athletes at the annual Marco Island Charter Middle School Student-Athlete Awards Night on Thursday at the school.
  • Roger LaLonde Staff The Michael 'Mickey' Mendel Sportsmanship Award was presented by his children, Cody and Casey, to Bailey Greaves and Joshua Wagner at the annual Marco Island Charter Middle School Student-Athlete Awards Night on Thursday at the school. From left, are Cody Mendel, Bailey Greaves, Roger Raymond, athletic director, Casey Mendel and Wagner.
  • Roger LaLonde Staff Roger Raymond, Marco Island Charter Middle School athletic director, listens as members of his Collier County girls track championship team speak of his qualities as they presented him with a montage of photos taken during their championship season.
  • Roger LaLonde Staff The Collier County middle school championship football team was recognized at the Marco Island Charter Middle School Student-Athlete Awards Night on Thursday at the school.
  • Roger LaLonde Staff Coaches Karen Raymond and Roger Raymond with their Collier County championship boys cross country team at the Marco Island Charter Middle School Student-Athlete Awards Night on Thursday at the school.

Tyler Gresham and Rosie Poling walked away with the top Student-Athlete of the Year awards at the annual Marco Island Charter Middle School Student-Athlete Awards Night.



Full gallery »Gov. Rick Scott visits Pelican Wire

  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Gov. Rick Scott gives an interview to the media at a press conference to kick off his Building Up Florida Manufacturing Victory tour on Monday, May 13, 2013, in Naples.
  • David Albers/Staff - Staff members of Florida Gov. Rick Scott disassemble a press conference at the Pelican Wire Company where he kicked off his Building Up Florida Manufacturing Victory tour on Monday, May 13, 2013, in Naples.
  • David Albers/Staff - Speaking notes sit on a podium after a press conference with Florida Gov. Rick Scott to kick off his Building Up Florida Manufacturing Victory tour on Monday, May 13, 2013, at the Pelican Wire Company in Naples.
  • David Albers/Staff - Collier County Commission Chairwoman Georgia Hiller visits with employees of the Pelican Wire Company after participating in a press conference with Florida Gov. Rick Scott where he kicked off his Building Up Florida Manufacturing Victory tour on Monday, May 13, 2013, in Naples.
  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Gov. Rick Scott visits with employees of the Pelican Wire Company after a press conference to kick off his Building Up Florida Manufacturing Victory tour on Monday, May 13, 2013, in Naples.
  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Gov. Rick Scott walks with Naples Mayor John Sorey, center, and Ted Bill, president of Pelican Wire Company, before a press conference to kick off his Building Up Florida Manufacturing Victory tour on Monday, May 13, 2013, in Naples.


Full gallery »Gresham, Poling win top student-athlete awards

  • Roger LaLonde Staff The Marco Island Charter Middle School girls track team proudly displays their Collier County Athletic Conference Championship banner at the Marco Island Charter Middle School Student-Athlete Awards Night on Thursday at the school.
  • Roger LaLonde Staff Rosie Poling, left and Tyler Gresham were named the top student athletes at the annual Marco Island Charter Middle School Student-Athlete Awards Night on Thursday at the school.
  • Roger LaLonde Staff The Collier County middle school championship football team was recognized at the Marco Island Charter Middle School Student-Athlete Awards Night on Thursday at the school.
  • Roger LaLonde Staff The Michael 'Mickey' Mendel Sportsmanship Award was presented by his children, Cody and Casey, to Bailey Greaves and Joshua Wagner at the annual Marco Island Charter Middle School Student-Athlete Awards Night on Thursday at the school. From left, are Cody Mendel, Bailey Greaves, Roger Raymond, athletic director, Casey Mendel and Wagner.
  • Roger LaLonde Staff Roger Raymond, Marco Island Charter Middle School athletic director, listens as members of his Collier County girls track championship team speak of his qualities as they presented him with a montage of photos taken during their championship season.
  • Roger LaLonde Staff Coaches Karen Raymond and Roger Raymond with their Collier County championship boys cross country team at the Marco Island Charter Middle School Student-Athlete Awards Night on Thursday at the school.

Rosie Poling and Tyler Gresham walked away with the top student-athlete awards at the annual Marco Island Charter Middle School Student-Athlete Awards Night.



Full gallery »Fugitive Warrants 05-10-2013

  • DOUGLAS GENE COLE w/m 10/30/1969 5’11” 145 lbs 4050 Golden Gate Pkwy, Naples Violation County Probation: Battery/ Domestic Violence, Violate Pretrial Release Conditions (Domestic Violence)
  • JOSE VALDEMAR II b/m 10/25/1987 6’00” 187 lbs 821 Santa Barbara Blvd, Naples Bench Warrant/Fail to Appear: Possess Controlled Substance, Possess Marijuana < 20g
  • WILLIAM ERICH SCHILDGEN aka “Flash” w/m 04/04/1980 5’08” 165 lbs 1165 Rewis Drive, Chokoloskee Bench Warrant/Fail to Appear: Aggravated Assault/Deadly Weapon, Battery, Criminal Mischief/ Damage to Property, Shoot/Throw Deadly Weapon into Dwelling/Building/Aircraft/Vessel/Vehicle
  • LUIS EDUARDO JIMENEZ w/m 06/02/1963 5’07” 170 lbs Naples Bench Warrant/Fail to Appear: Attempted Sexual Battery by Custodian—Victim 12-18 Years of Age
  • PATRICE CIARA SANDERS b/f 06/28/1990 5’05” 160 lbs 9310 Marino Circle, Naples Violation County Probation: Petit Theft
  • JOHN DIX w/m 07/16/1974 6’00” 185 lbs 540 99th Avenue N, Naples Bench Warrant/Fail to Appear: High Speed Flee/Elude, DUI


Full gallery »Mad Hatter Mother/Daughter Tea Party

  • May 11, 2013 Mother/Daughter Mad Hatter Tea Party: Marco Parks & Rec Teen Recreation Leader Lola Dial as the Mad Hatter. The event is held annually the Saturday before Mother's Day. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Marco Eagle-Daily News.
  • May 11, 2013 Mother/Daughter Mad Hatter Tea Party: It didn't take long for young Caitlin Raymond to give her cupcake the taste test. The event is held annually the Saturday before Mother's Day. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Marco Eagle-Daily News.
  • May 11, 2013 Mother/Daughter Mad Hatter Tea Party: Celina Alber, 7 attends her first tea party and readies for her first sip. Her Mom & sisters were at the party too. The event is held annually the Saturday before Mother's Day. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Marco Eagle-Daily News.
  • May 11, 2013 Mother/Daughter Mad Hatter Tea Party: Elizabeth Hobbs dressed perfectly for the occasion glances towards her Mom. The event is held annually the Saturday before Mother's Day. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Marco Eagle-Daily News.
  • May 11, 2013 Mother/Daughter Mad Hatter Tea Party: Jennifer Raymond, center lines up for baked treats by Marco Park & Rec's Lola Dial to accompany her tea. The event is held annually the Saturday before Mother's Day. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Marco Eagle-Daily News.
  • May 11, 2013 Mother/Daughter Mad Hatter Tea Party: Mindy Gordon, Recreation Manager Marco Parks & Rec impersonates the Red Queen here with Alexis Malloy. The event is held annually the Saturday before Mother's Day. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Marco Eagle-Daily News.

As is traditional on the Saturday before Mother&#8217;s Day Mackle Park was decked out for a mother/daughter social. With a Mad Hatter theme the kids enjoyed everything from arts and crafts, dances, costumes, staff and volunteers in character plus a formal tea party complete with home made finger sandwiches and treats. Lots of the girls were decked out in fancy dresses and hats and it looked like a great day out for those in attendance.



Full gallery »Southwest Florida Home Sales: May 13, 2013

  • Name of Realtor selling the home: Carol Wood and Claire McMahon Team Name of agency Realtor is with: John R. Wood Realtors, Bonita Springs office Square footage: 3,761 No. of bedrooms: 3+Den No. of bathrooms: 3 and 1/2 Address of home sold: 4931 Bonita Bay Blvd #702 Subdivision: Azure - Bonita Bay City: Bonita Springs County: Lee Date of sale: April 23, 2013 Sale Price: $1,325,000 Contact Information: 239.405.2794
  • Name of Realtor selling the home: Shannon Lefevre Name of agency Realtor is with: John R. Wood REALTORS Square footage: $642,000 No. of bedrooms: 3+Den No. of bathrooms: 2 Address of home sold: 410 FLAGSHIP DR, #606 Subdivision: VANDERBILT BEACH City: NAPLES County: COLLIER Date of sale: 3/15/2013 Sale price: $642,000 Contact information: 239-595-6223
  • Name of Realtor selling the home: Lisha Marie Middendorf Name of agency Realtor is with: South Bay Realty Square footage: 1,642 No. of bedrooms: 2 No. of bathrooms: 2 Address of home sold: 10691 GULFSHORE DR, #1201 Subdivision: VANDERBILT BEACH City: NAPLES County: COLLIER Date of sale: 3/15/2013 Sale price: $922,500 Contact information: 239-331-3271
  • Name of Realtor selling the home: Daniel L Pittman Name of agency Realtor is with: Phase III Real Estate Services Square footage: 1,045 No. of bedrooms: 2 No. of bathrooms: 2 Address of home sold: 1 BLUEBILL AVE, #512 Subdivision: VANDERBILT BEACH City: NAPLES County: COLLIER Date of sale: 3/15/2013 Sale price: $310,000 Contact information: 239-597-9111
  • Name of Realtor selling the home: Dana H DeLong Name of agency Realtor is with: Amerivest Realty Square footage: 1,483 No. of bedrooms: 2 No. of bathrooms: 2 Address of home sold: 536 109TH AVE N Subdivision: NAPLES PARK City: NAPLES County: COLLIER Date of sale: 3/15/2013 Sale price: $240,000 Contact information: 239-594-7230
  • Name of Realtor selling the home: Bob & Kathy Call Name of agency Realtor is with: Prudential Florida Realty Square footage: 1,832 No. of bedrooms: 3 No. of baths: 2 Address of home sold: 632 94th Avenue Subdivision: Naples Park City: Naples County: Collier Date of sale: April 24, 2013 Sale price: $235,000 Contact information: 239-860-0782 / 239-404-4690


Full gallery »Champions for Learning Golden Apple Celebration of Teachers, 2013

  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Seaver Argabright of Naples Park Elementary waits to give his teacher, Kathleen Weitzel, her Golden Apple Award during the 23rd annual Champions for Learning Golden Apple Celebration of Teachers dinner at The Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club on Friday, May 10, 2013 in Naples, Fla. The Golden Apple Teachers, Golden Teachers of Distinction and Collier County Public Schools' Teachers of the Year are honored at the celebration.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Golden Apple Teacher Sarah B. Nick, of Golden Gate Elementary, gives the audience an acceptance speech during the 23rd annual Champions for Learning Golden Apple Celebration of Teachers dinner at The Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club on Friday, May 10, 2013 in Naples, Fla. The Golden Apple Teachers, Golden Teachers of Distinction and Collier County Public Schools' Teachers of the Year are honored at the celebration.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Ysabel Jimenez hugs her daughter Judy Ramirez during the 23rd annual Champions for Learning Golden Apple Celebration of Teachers dinner at The Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club on Friday, May 10, 2013 in Naples, Fla. Ramirez is a Golden Apple Teacher at Eden Park Elementary. 'I'm so proud of her,' Jimenez said.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Jorge Montes, left, and William Parker, right, of the Pine Ridge Middle School play music for guests during the 23rd annual Champions for Learning Golden Apple Celebration of Teachers dinner at The Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club on Friday, May 10, 2013 in Naples, Fla. The Golden Apple Teachers, Golden Teachers of Distinction and Collier County Public Schools' Teachers of the Year are honored at the celebration.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Guests watch on as a video introduces the Golden Apple Teachers, Golden Teachers of Distinction and Collier County Public Schools' Teachers of the Year during the 23rd annual Champions for Learning Golden Apple Celebration of Teachers dinner at The Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club on Friday, May 10, 2013 in Naples, Fla.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Greg Wendel get's a drink during the 23rd annual Champions for Learning Golden Apple Celebration of Teachers dinner at The Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club on Friday, May 10, 2013 in Naples, Fla. Wendel is escorting a teacher at the event tonight. The Golden Apple Teachers, Golden Teachers of Distinction and Collier County Public Schools' Teachers of the Year are honored at the celebration.


Full gallery »Darius Rucker kicks off "True Believers" tour at Germain Arena

  • Chris Bradshaw/Special to the Daily News Darius Rucker kicks off his 'True Believers' tour at Germain Arena in Estero, Florida on May 9, 2013. The tour is named after Rucker's forthcoming studio album, his third in the country genre. Opening artists for the tour include Justin Moore and Jana Kramer.
  • Chris Bradshaw/Special to the Daily News Darius Rucker kicks off his 'True Believers' tour at Germain Arena in Estero, Florida on May 9, 2013. The tour is named after Rucker's forthcoming studio album, his third in the country genre. Opening artists for the tour include Justin Moore and Jana Kramer.
  • Chris Bradshaw/Special to the Daily News Darius Rucker kicks off his 'True Believers' tour at Germain Arena in Estero, Florida on May 9, 2013. The tour is named after Rucker's forthcoming studio album, his third in the country genre. Opening artists for the tour include Justin Moore and Jana Kramer.
  • Chris Bradshaw/Special to the Daily News Darius Rucker kicks off his 'True Believers' tour at Germain Arena in Estero, Florida on May 9, 2013. The tour is named after Rucker's forthcoming studio album, his third in the country genre. Opening artists for the tour include Justin Moore and Jana Kramer.
  • Chris Bradshaw/Special to the Daily News A young fan in the front row reacts as Darius Rucker kicks off his 'True Believers' tour at Germain Arena in Estero, Florida on May 9, 2013. The tour is named after Rucker's forthcoming studio album, his third in the country genre. Opening artists for the tour include Justin Moore and Jana Kramer.
  • Chris Bradshaw/Special to the Daily News Darius Rucker kicks off his 'True Believers' tour at Germain Arena in Estero, Florida on May 9, 2013. The tour is named after Rucker's forthcoming studio album, his third in the country genre. Opening artists for the tour include Justin Moore and Jana Kramer.



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