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Tourist TaxCollier voters approve a sixth penny on the tourist tax to finish the sports complexIf you own a vacation rental or have guests booking hotels, heads up: Collier voters approved a sixth penny on the bed tax Tuesday. The vote was 112,812 yes, or 70.2%, to 47,776 no. The rate goes from 5% to 6% on Jan. 1, 2027.Thursday’s editionRead Real EstateA $71 million beachfront estate on Gordon Drive sells in an off-market dealA newly completed beachfront estate at 2050 Gordon Drive closed for $71 million, one of Naples' largest residential sales this year. Buyer Douglas Schumann, founder and CEO of P-Q Controls, paid $69.4 million for the property and $1.6 million for furnishings.Thursday’s editionRead ElectionCollier voters approve a sixth penny on the tourist tax to finish the sports complexCollier's bed tax is going up a penny. Voters approved the increase Tuesday, raising the tourist tax from 5% to 6%. It passed despite opposition from the Naples Area Board of Realtors over fiscal concerns.Wednesday’s editionRead Around CollierHabitat Collier has raised $74 million of its $100 million campaign for affordable homesHabitat for Humanity of Collier County launched its $100 million Together, We Build campaign Oct. 29 at Las Palmas, off Collier Boulevard north of Immokalee Road in North Naples. Four families became homeowners at the celebration, and Bank of America presented a $100,000 grant.Wednesday’s editionRead Getting AroundThe Three Oaks Parkway extension opened Monday, 18 months ahead of scheduleIf you've been stuck on I-75 or U.S. 41 after a crash, you've got another way around. The Three Oaks Parkway extension opened Monday after a ribbon-cutting. WGCU says drivers can now go from Radio Road in Collier to Daniels Parkway in Lee via Three Oaks Parkway, Imperial Parkway and Livingston Road.Tuesday’s editionRead Getting AroundFDOT hasn't decided on I-75 auxiliary lanes between Golden Gate Parkway and Alico RoadIf you drive I-75 in Collier or Lee County, one piece of the widening plan is still open: auxiliary lanes. FDOT held a virtual public meeting on Oct. 28 to take questions on adding them between Golden Gate Parkway and Alico Road. Melody Joyner, an FDOT corridors program development manager, said the lanes are another way to relieve congestion.Monday’s editionRead

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  • Council seatNaples City Council is considering changes to how it fills vacant mayor and council seats, including temporary appointments and longer deadlines for special elections.

    Naples City Council is considering changes to how it fills vacant mayor and council seats, including temporary appointments and longer deadlines for special elections. Voters will elect a new council member Feb. 2 and decide how future vacancies get filled, with former vice mayor Terry Hutchison and Planning Advisory Board member Dan Barone running for the seat held by Linda Penniman, who died Oct. 20.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Gulfshore Business

  • Rent dealsNaples led the nation with rental concessions averaging 12.9% below advertised rents, followed by Fort Myers at 11.5%, according to Apartments.com's third-quarter RentPulse report.

    Naples led the nation with rental concessions averaging 12.9% below advertised rents, followed by Fort Myers at 11.5%, according to Apartments.com's third-quarter RentPulse report. Nationally, average concessions are 4.2%.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Gulfshore Business

  • Marco surveyMarco Island's citizen engagement survey drew 2,471 responses, and 77% of respondents consider the city better than nearby communities, though 56% believe it is headed in the wrong direction.

    Marco Island's citizen engagement survey drew 2,471 responses, and 77% of respondents consider the city better than nearby communities, though 56% believe it is headed in the wrong direction. The full results are at cityofmarcoisland.com/article/3230915.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Miramar News

  • Cookie goodbyeMitch's Cookies Dessert & Ice Cream Bar at 4844 Davis Blvd.

    Mitch's Cookies Dessert & Ice Cream Bar at 4844 Davis Blvd. in Kings Lake Square will close at the end of November. Owners Mitch and Lynn Mitchell are ending the East Naples business after 14 years.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Gulfshore Business

  • Gala SaturdayCharity for Change's Western-themed Planting Seeds of Humanity gala is Nov.

    Charity for Change's Western-themed Planting Seeds of Humanity gala is Nov. 7 at 5 p.m. at Elite Jets, 125 Aviation Drive S., near Naples Airport. It features live and silent auctions, dinner and the Ben Allen Band. Last year's sold-out gala raised more than $400,000 for the nonprofit's character education programs.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: Gulfshore Business, Priority Marketing

  • UnitedHealthcareLee Health is dropping UnitedHealthcare from its network on Jan.

    Lee Health is dropping UnitedHealthcare from its network on Jan. 1, 2027, over what it says is $150 million in unpaid claims, though the two are still negotiating. NCH's two Naples hospitals and three Physicians Regional Medical Centers will accept UnitedHealthcare in network on Jan. 1.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Gulf Coast News and Weather

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From WINK News, Naples Daily News and 4 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service.

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  1. WINK News1 hour ago

    Collier deputies charge Golden Gate woman in infant neglect case

    GOLDEN GATE, Fla. (WINK)— A Golden Gate woman was charged with felony child neglect after Collier County detectives said she failed to get immediate medical care for an infant in

  2. Naples Daily News1 hour ago

    Collier deputies say couple cooked crack while 4 children in the home

    Collier County detectives say they found a crayon in the same drawer as cocaine during search of Golden Gate home

  3. Gulf Coast News and Weather2 hours ago

    FC Naples interim head coach to step away after club's second straight playoff run

    FC Naples interim coach Zak Gordon is stepping away after helping the club rally into its second straight playoff run.

  4. WJHG2 hours ago

    Harrison Avenue in downtown Panama City wins Florida people’s choice award

    The award recognizes public spaces that foster connection, care and community identity.

  5. WINK News3 hours ago

    Naples senior living community hosts blood drive ahead of winter season

    As Collier County prepares to welcome more seasonal residents and visitors, a Naples senior living community held a blood drive to encourage donations for patients who depend on transfusions.

  6. Gulfshore Business4 hours ago

    Collier businesses dispute advertising deals with publisher

    Three Collier County businesses have raised concerns about advertising agreements with Jean-Marc Katzeff, operator of Naples Networker LLC and The Vine of SWFL LLC, questioning if neighborhood magazines carrying their ads were properly distributed.

  7. Gulfshore Business4 hours ago

    Olana Naples breaks ground on $32M beachfront homes

    Kolter Urban and BH Group have commenced construction on Olana Naples, a luxury condominium project featuring 12 residences on Gulf Shore Blvd N. Each home ranges from five to six bedrooms with over 10,000 square feet of living space, priced from $32 million, targeting high-end beachfront buyers.

  8. Gulfshore Business4 hours ago

    Grey Oaks Country Club approves $63M improvement plan

    Grey Oaks Country Club in Collier County has approved a $63 million capital improvement plan called GO Beyond to enhance golf, dining, wellness, and recreational facilities over six years, from 2027 to 2032.

  9. Gulfshore Business4 hours ago

    European outdoor living showroom opens in downtown Naples

    Roble Studio Outdoor launched its first Florida showroom at The Collective in downtown Naples, showcasing European outdoor kitchens, grills, furniture, and more in a 300-square-foot gallery. The company collaborates with homeowners and industry professionals on outdoor living spaces.

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If you have UnitedHealthcare, here's where Naples care stays in network

Plus, Naples sets a Feb. 2 special election and leads the nation in rent discounts.

The TLDR

  1. Lee Health could drop UnitedHealthcare on Jan. 1, 2027
  2. Naples voters pick a council member Feb. 2
  3. Naples leads the nation in apartment rent discounts
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