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Full gallery »Estero High School 2013 Graduation

  • Corey Perrine/Staff Each year Principal George H. Clover allows his graduating seniors to place clover stickers all over his cap and gown -- Prairie Sanders sticks one on his eye glasses Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Germain Arena in Estero, Fla. Estero High School graduated 360 seniors from the class of 2013. Thousands of family and friends packed the edifice to witness the event.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff Diana Gonzalez, left, and Savannah Goodman look for friends behind curtains Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Germain Arena in Estero, Fla. Estero High School graduated 360 seniors from the class of 2013. Thousands of family and friends packed the edifice to witness the event.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff Alexia Carsolio yells as the class is announced 'graduated' Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Germain Arena in Estero, Fla. Carsolio plans to attend the University of Panama to study criminal justice. Estero High School graduated 360 seniors from the class of 2013. Thousands of family and friends packed the edifice to witness the event.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff Monica Bautista tears up as she is hugged and congratulated by friend Janet Jiminez and her son Angel, 1, Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Germain Arena in Estero, Fla. Estero High School graduated 360 seniors from the class of 2013. Thousands of family and friends packed the edifice to witness the event.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff Summa Cum Laude speaker Maria Frank talks Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Germain Arena in Estero, Fla. Estero High School graduated 360 seniors from the class of 2013. Thousands of family and friends packed the edifice to witness the event.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff Graduates listen to commencement speakers Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Germain Arena in Estero, Fla. Estero High School graduated 360 seniors from the class of 2013. Thousands of family and friends packed the edifice to witness the event.


Full gallery »South Fort Myers 2013 Graduation

  • Corey Perrine/Staff Nelisa Chamorro, center left, yells with her fellow senior graduates, some tossing mortarboards, as the entire student body is announced, 'graduated,' Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Germain Arena in Estero, Fla. South Fort Myers High School graduated 395 seniors from the class of 2013. Thousands of family and friends packed the edifice to witness the event.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff Andrew Medina-Sherman flexes his 'guns' as he crosses the stage to receive his diploma Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Germain Arena in Estero, Fla. South Fort Myers High School graduated 395 seniors from the class of 2013. Thousands of family and friends packed the edifice to witness the event.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff Jack Selby stands during the national anthem Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Germain Arena in Estero, Fla. Shelby there was supporting his grandson. South Fort Myers High School graduated 395 seniors from the class of 2013. Thousands of family and friends packed the edifice to witness the event.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff A graduate hangs outside Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Germain Arena in Estero, Fla. South Fort Myers High School graduated 395 seniors from the class of 2013. Thousands of family and friends packed the edifice to witness the event.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff Karl Drews, left, and Nate McCartney makes hearts with their hands as they find a friend before commencement exercises Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Germain Arena in Estero, Fla. South Fort Myers High School graduated 395 seniors from the class of 2013. Thousands of family and friends packed the edifice to witness the event.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff Breanna Mercer's shoes are seen standing on the mark to be photographed Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Germain Arena in Estero, Fla. South Fort Myers High School graduated 395 seniors from the class of 2013. Thousands of family and friends packed the edifice to witness the event.


Full gallery »Community Day at Artis–Naples

  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Aaliayh Cooney-Romano, 3, left and Kya Cooney, 6, right, sing along to live music played by the band Trio Romantico Mi Mexico during Community Day at the Artis–Naples on Sunday, May 19, 2013. Attendees at the event participated in a raffle, face painting, a treasure hunt, art activities and listened to the music of a live band.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Cori Scheft, left, listens to the music played by Polo Rubio, Patricia Villegas, and Abel Limones, left to right, of the Trio Romantico Mi Mexico during Community Day at the Artis–Naples on Sunday, May 19, 2013. Attendees at the event participated in a raffle, face painting, a treasure hunt, art activities and listened to the music of a live band.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Julie Evans and her son Micah Evans, left, gaze up at the Dale Chihuly art piece with friend Jackson Beebe, right, during Community Day at the Artis–Naples on Sunday, May 19, 2013. Attendees at the event participated in a raffle, face painting, a treasure hunt, art activities and listened to the music of a live band.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Kaelyn Calloway, 8, of Naples gets her face painted by Michele Hellings during Community Day at the Artis–Naples on Sunday, May 19, 2013. Attendees at the event participated in a raffle, face painting, a treasure hunt, art activities and listened to the music of a live band.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff After successfully playing the trumpet, Amanu Erickson smiles while his sister Tigist Erickson, left, and grandma Rosemary Erickson, back right, cheer for the achievement during Community Day at the Artis–Naples on Sunday, May 19, 2013. Attendees at the event participated in a raffle, face painting, a treasure hunt, art activities and listened to the music of a live band.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff John Ashford holds onto his baby Mary Ashford while listening to the Philharmonic youth orchestra during Community Day at the Artis–Naples on Sunday, May 19, 2013. Attendees at the event participated in a raffle, face painting, a treasure hunt, art activities and listened to the music of a live band.


Full gallery »The price of gold takes a fall

  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Gold buyer, Kathy Sanders waits for a customer to at Gold and Diamonds Financial on US 41 North on Friday, May 17, 2013 in Naples, Fla. Recently, the price of gold has fallen. The store manager, Colleen McLain, said, 'business is down a little, but it's not terrible.'
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Decorative coins sit in a display case at Gold and Diamonds Financial on US 41 North on Friday, May 17, 2013 in Naples, Fla. Recently, the price of gold has fallen. The store manager, Colleen McLain said, 'business is down a little, but it's not terrible.'
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Teresa Keaton holds a sign advertising Gold and Diamonds Financial on US 41 North on Friday, May 17, 2013 in Naples, Fla. Recently, the price of gold has fallen. The store manager, Colleen McLain said, 'business is down a little, but it's not terrible.'
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Store manager Colleen McLain leaves Gold and Diamonds Financial on US 41 North to visit another store location on Friday, May 17, 2013 in Naples, Fla. Recently, the price of gold has fallen. McLain said, 'business is down a little, but it's not terrible.'
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Gold buyer, Kathy Sanders determines the value of an item brought in by a customer at Gold and Diamonds Financial on US 41 North on Friday, May 17, 2013 in Naples, Fla. Recently, the price of gold has fallen. Store manager, Colleen McLain said, 'business is down a little, but it's not terrible.'


Full gallery »2013 Winged Foot nominees

  • Morgan Daffin
  • Jesus Velazco Salazar
  • Kali Heller Spencer
  • Brandon Black
  • Jay Jenkens
  • Katherine Denti


Full gallery »Golf: Ken Venturi 1931-2013

  • File-This June 20, 1964 file photo shows Ken Venturi smiling after winning the U.S. Open golf championship at the Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, Md. The former U.S. Open champion has died just 12 days after he was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame. He was 82. His son, Matt Venturi, says he died Friday May 17, 2013 in a hospital in Rancho Mirage, Calif. Venturi had been hospitalized the last two months for a spinal infection, pneumonia and an intestinal infection. (AP Photo/File)
  • File-This June 20, 1964 file photo shows Ken Venturi making the final putt on the 18th green during the U.S. Open Golf Championship at Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, Md. The former U.S. Open champion has died just 12 days after he was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame. He was 82. His son, Matt Venturi, says he died Friday May 17, 2013 in a hospital in Rancho Mirage, Calif. Venturi had been hospitalized the last two months for a spinal infection, pneumonia and an intestinal infection. (AP Photo/File)
  • File-This June 20, 1964 file photo shows golfer Ken Venturi getting a kiss from his wife Conni as he accepts the title holder's silver cup of the U.S. Open golf tournament, after a searing final round on the Congressional Country Club course at Bethesda, Md. The former U.S. Open champion has died just 12 days after he was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame. He was 82. His son, Matt Venturi, says he died Friday May 17, 2013 in a hospital in Rancho Mirage, Calif. Venturi had been hospitalized the last two months for a spinal infection, pneumonia and an intestinal infection. (AP Photo/File)
  • Retiring CBS golf broadcaster Ken Venturi waves to Kemper Open winner Bob Estes from the broadcast booth during the final round of the Kemper Open at the TPC at Avenel in Potomac, Md., Sunday June 2, 2002. (AP Photo/Roberto Borea)
  • Ken Venturi, former U.S. Open winner and longtime CBS Sports golf analyst, talks with friend Greg Orlen at Eagle Creek Country Club on Monday afternoon. Venturi is a former Marco Island resident back in town as part of the Bill Owen Golf Classic charity tournament. Jason Easterly/Special to the Daily News
  • Rory McIlroy is seen with Ken Venturi and the trophy during the final round at the 2011 U.S. Open at Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, Md. on Sunday, June 19, 2011. (Copyright USGA/Michael Cohen)


Full gallery »Oxbow wins 2013 Preakness

  • Jockey Gary Stevens celebrates aboard Oxbow after winning the 138th Preakness Stakes horse race at Pimlico Race Course, Saturday, May 18, 2013, in Baltimore.(AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
  • Jockey Gary Stevens, left, embraces trainer D. Wayne Lukas in the winner's circle after Oxbow won the 138th Preakness Stakes horse race at Pimlico Race Course, Saturday, May 18, 2013, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Garry Jones)
  • Oxbow (6), ridden by jockey Gary Stevens, wins the 138th Preakness Stakes horse race ahead of Itsmyluckyday (9), ridden by John Velazquez, and Mylute, ridden by Rosie Napravnik at Pimlico Race Course, Saturday, May 18, 2013, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
  • Oxbow (6), ridden by jockey Gary Stevens, leads Itsmyluckyday (9), ridden by John Velazquez, and Mylute, ridden by Rosie Napravnik to win the 138th Preakness Stakes horse race ahead of at Pimlico Race Course, Saturday, May 18, 2013, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
  • Oxbow, ridden by jockey Gary Stevens, wins the 138th Preakness Stakes horse race at Pimlico Race Course, Saturday, May 18, 2013, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
  • Orb, with jockey Joel Rosario aboard, gallops back to the paddock after the 138th Preakness Stakes horse race at Pimlico Race Course, Saturday, May 18, 2013, in Baltimore. Oxbow won the race, Orb, the Kentucky Derby winner, finished fourth. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)


Full gallery »Sneak peek: Fall TV shows

  • Karl Urban in a scene from the TV show 'Almost Human.' In this action drama set 35 years in the future, police officers are partnered with highly evolved human-like androids.
  • Ichabod Crane (Tom Mison, right) is resurrected and pulled two and a half centuries through time and must team up with police officer (Nicole Beharie, left) to unravel a mystery that dates back to the founding fathers. 'Sleepy Hallow' premeires in Fall 2013.
  • Ricardo Chavira as Miguel Hernandez, from left, Justina Machado as Lisette Hernandez, Mary McCormack as Caroline Yoder, Mike O'Malley as Dan Yoder in a scene from 'Welcome to the Family.' The Yoder and Hernandez families are in for a crash course in culture blending when Molly Yoder and Junior Hernandez announce on the day of high school graduation that Molly's pregnant and the two plan to get married.
  • Andy Samberg, left, and Andre Braugher in a scene from 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine.' The workplace comedy finds out what happens when a hotshot detective (Samberg) gets a new Captain (Braugher) with a lot to prove.
  • Academy Award winner Robin Williams returns to television in 'The Crazy Ones,'a new workplace comedy about a larger-than-life advertising genius. Sarah Michelle Gellar, right, plays his daughter, Sydney.
  • Michael Ian Black, from left, Kerri Kenney, Ashlie Atkinson and Alexis Bledel in scene from the TV show 'Us & Them.' In the comedy a young couple's path to happily-ever-after is complicated by the screwed-up circus of people closest to them.

Take a peek a the new shows coming to the big networks this fall.



Full gallery »Color Collier Healthy Run 2013

  • Corey Perrine/Staff Carissa Coker smiles as evidence of color is seen on her face Saturday, May 18, 2013 at North Collier Regional Park in Naples, Fla. A total of 600 participants took part running, jogging and walking in the first annual Color Collier Healthy Run, a non competitive family-friendly event. Participants were sprinkled and doused with colored corn starch as they passed three color stations. The course was two laps, totaling two miles.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff NBC Channel 2's Leigh Dana reports, as participants simulate throwing color, Saturday, May 18, 2013 at North Collier Regional Park in Naples, Fla. A total of 600 participants took part running, jogging and walking in the first annual Color Collier Healthy Run, a non competitive family-friendly event. Participants were sprinkled and doused with colored corn starch as they passed three color stations. The course was two laps, totaling two miles.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff Brian Carle runs through the last station getting doused with yellow as the container lid accidentally flies open Saturday, May 18, 2013 at North Collier Regional Park in Naples, Fla. A total of 600 participants took part running, jogging and walking in the first annual Color Collier Healthy Run, a non competitive family-friendly event. Participants were sprinkled and doused with colored corn starch as they passed three color stations. The course was two laps, totaling two miles.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff Isabella Schaab, 6, left, dries off near a fan Saturday, May 18, 2013 at North Collier Regional Park in Naples, Fla. A total of 600 participants took part running, jogging and walking in the first annual Color Collier Healthy Run, a non competitive family-friendly event. Participants were sprinkled and doused with colored corn starch as they passed three color stations. The course was two laps, totaling two miles.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff A shoe print is left on a boardwalk Saturday, May 18, 2013 at North Collier Regional Park in Naples, Fla. A total of 600 participants took part running, jogging and walking in the first annual Color Collier Healthy Run, a non competitive family-friendly event. Participants were sprinkled and doused with colored corn starch as they passed three color stations. The course was two laps, totaling two miles.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff Cristina Schaps is sprinkled with magenta color at the first station Saturday, May 18, 2013 at North Collier Regional Park in Naples, Fla. A total of 600 participants took part running, jogging and walking in the first annual Color Collier Healthy Run, a non competitive family-friendly event. Participants were sprinkled and doused with colored corn starch as they passed three color stations. The course was two laps, totaling two miles.


Full gallery »2013 Collier Citizen of the Year - Alan Horton

  • Corey Perrine/Staff Alan Horton makes his way to the stage as he prepares to receive his award, seen left is his wife, Beverley, who applauds Friday, May 17, 2013 at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, Fla. Alan Horton was named the 2013 Collier Citizen of the Year during The Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce 2013 Annual Dinner. Horton has been involved in newspapers since 1965 after graduating from Yale University. He retired from the industry as a senior vice president of E.W. Scripps based in Cincinnati in Dec. 2004. His tenure in Naples began 1987 as editor of the paper when he was promoted to corporate staff in 1991. In his 40 year journalism career he spent 35 with Scripps working 18 as a reporter for them and the rest in management, editor and leadership roles.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff A server's legs are seen Friday, May 17, 2013 at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, Fla. Alan Horton was named the 2013 Collier Citizen of the Year during The Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce 2013 Annual Dinner. Horton has been involved in newspapers since 1965 after graduating from Yale University. He retired from the industry as a senior vice president of E.W. Scripps based in Cincinnati in Dec. 2004. His tenure in Naples began 1987 as editor of the paper when he was promoted to corporate staff in 1991. In his 40 year journalism career he spent 35 with Scripps working 18 as a reporter for them and the rest in management, editor and leadership roles.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff Georgia Hiller reacts after her high bid wins Friday, May 17, 2013 at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, Fla. Alan Horton was named the 2013 Collier Citizen of the Year during The Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce 2013 Annual Dinner. Horton has been involved in newspapers since 1965 after graduating from Yale University. He retired from the industry as a senior vice president of E.W. Scripps based in Cincinnati in Dec. 2004. His tenure in Naples began 1987 as editor of the paper when he was promoted to corporate staff in 1991. In his 40 year journalism career he spent 35 with Scripps working 18 as a reporter for them and the rest in management, editor and leadership roles.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff Beverley Horton looks at her husband's award Friday, May 17, 2013 at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, Fla. Alan Horton was named the 2013 Collier Citizen of the Year during The Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce 2013 Annual Dinner. Horton has been involved in newspapers since 1965 after graduating from Yale University. He retired from the industry as a senior vice president of E.W. Scripps based in Cincinnati in Dec. 2004. His tenure in Naples began 1987 as editor of the paper when he was promoted to corporate staff in 1991. In his 40 year journalism career he spent 35 with Scripps working 18 as a reporter for them and the rest in management, editor and leadership roles.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff Tovah Nadassky, left, laughs at parody commercials next to her husband, Oto Nadassky, Friday, May 17, 2013 at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, Fla. Alan Horton was named the 2013 Collier Citizen of the Year during The Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce 2013 Annual Dinner. Horton has been involved in newspapers since 1965 after graduating from Yale University. He retired from the industry as a senior vice president of E.W. Scripps based in Cincinnati in Dec. 2004. His tenure in Naples began 1987 as editor of the paper when he was promoted to corporate staff in 1991. In his 40 year journalism career he spent 35 with Scripps working 18 as a reporter for them and the rest in management, editor and leadership roles.
  • Corey Perrine/Staff Dolly Bodick, center left, congratulates long-time friend Alan Horton on his award Friday, May 17, 2013 at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, Fla. Alan Horton was named the 2013 Collier Citizen of the Year during The Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce 2013 Annual Dinner. Horton has been involved in newspapers since 1965 after graduating from Yale University. He retired from the industry as a senior vice president of E.W. Scripps based in Cincinnati in Dec. 2004. His tenure in Naples began 1987 as editor of the paper when he was promoted to corporate staff in 1991. In his 40 year journalism career he spent 35 with Scripps working 18 as a reporter for them and the rest in management, editor and leadership roles. 'He has a better understanding of this community and is as astute as anyone,' Bodick said. 'He's a remarkable man. This is a long time coming.'


Full gallery »Prep football: Estero spring game

  • Kharli Rose/Special to the Daily News The Riverdale Raiders played the Estero Wildcats at home in Fort Myers Friday, May 17, 2013. The junior varsity teams played the first quarter. Riverdale won 24-6.
  • Kharli Rose/Special to the Daily News The Riverdale Raiders played the Estero Wildcats at home in Fort Myers Friday, May 17, 2013. The junior varsity teams played the first quarter. Riverdale won 24-6.
  • Kharli Rose/Special to the Daily News The Riverdale Raiders played the Estero Wildcats at home in Fort Myers Friday, May 17, 2013. The junior varsity teams played the first quarter. Riverdale won 24-6.
  • Kharli Rose/Special to the Daily News The Riverdale Raiders played the Estero Wildcats at home in Fort Myers Friday, May 17, 2013. The junior varsity teams played the first quarter. Riverdale won 24-6.
  • Kharli Rose/Special to the Daily News Riverdale running back Van Edwards evades Esteroâ’s defense during a game at Riverdale Friday, May 17, 2013 in Fort Myers. Riverdale won 24-6.
  • Kharli Rose/Special to the Daily News The Riverdale Raiders played the Estero Wildcats at home in Fort Myers Friday, May 17, 2013. The junior varsity teams played the first quarter. Riverdale won 24-6.


Full gallery »Prep football: Immokalee spring jamboree

  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Immokalee High running back D'Ernest Johnson runs for yardage against Cape Coral High during a Spring football scrimmage held in Immokalee on Friday evening.
  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Immokalee High running back Taeler Porter runs for yardage against Cape Coral High during a Spring football scrimmage held in Immokalee on Friday evening.
  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Cape Coral's Christian Lewis runs for yardage against Immokalee High during a Spring football scrimmage held in Immokalee on Friday evening.
  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Immokalee High wide receiver JC Johnson runs for yardage against Cape Coral High during a Spring football scrimmage held in Immokalee on Friday evening.
  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Cape Coral's Jordan Eason runs around the right end against Immokalee High during a Spring football scrimmage held in Immokalee on Friday evening.
  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Immokalee High quarterback Louinelson Celian throw a pass against Cape Coral High during a Spring football scrimmage held in Immokalee on Friday evening.


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 »American Idol Season 12 Champion

  • Candice Glover arrives at the 'American Idol' finale at the Nokia Theatre at L.A. Live on Thursday, May 16, 2013, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)
  • Kree Harrison arrives at the 'American Idol' finale at the Nokia Theatre at L.A. Live on Thursday, May 16, 2013, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)
  • Kree Harrison arrives at the 'American Idol' finale at the Nokia Theatre at L.A. Live on Thursday, May 16, 2013, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)
  • Candice Glover arrives at the 'American Idol' finale at the Nokia Theatre at L.A. Live on Thursday, May 16, 2013, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)
  • Winner Candice Glover poses backstage at the 'American Idol' finale at the Nokia Theatre at L.A. Live on Thursday, May 16, 2013, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)
  • Adam Lambert arrives at the 'American Idol' finale at the Nokia Theatre at L.A. Live on Thursday, May 16, 2013, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)


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 »The top films of Summer 2013

  • Actors, Johnny Depp,right, as Tonto, a spirit warrior on a personal quest, who joins forces in a fight for justice with Armie Hammer, as John Reid, a lawman who has become a masked avenger in 'The Lone Ranger.'
  • Henry Cavill as Superman in the action adventure “Man of Steel.”
  • Justin Bartha as Doug, from left, Zach Galifinakis as Alan, Ed Helms as Stu and Bradley Cooper as Phil in the comedy “The Hangover Part III.”
  • Ken Jeong as Mr. Chow in a scene from “The Hangover Part III.”
  • Brad Pitt is Gerald Lane, from left, Abigail Hargrove is Rachel Lane, and Mireille Enos is Karen Lane in “World War Z.”
  • Will Smith, left, and Jaden Smith star in “After Earth.”

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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.


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