Amy Bennett Williams

The expanse of woods surrounding News-Press story-teller Amy Bennett Williams’ home makes the perfect spot for adventuring or just a secluded walk through…

Longtime listeners and readers of News-Press storyteller Amy Bennett Williams are likely well aware of her penchant for old stories, history and…

For many Americans the upcoming Labor Day holiday is little more than a chance to relax and enjoy a three-day weekend, but its historical intent is to…

This month marks 48 years since the Beatles finished recording what would be their last album as a band, “Abbey Road.” Along with the album’s iconic…

News-Press storyteller Amy Bennett Williams is perhaps best known for her news reporting, feature stories and distinctive and descriptive prose. In this…

A tell-tale sign of warmer weather here in Southwest Florida comes in the form of the stunning purple blooms of one of nature’s most exquisite and complex…

This week’s essay from News-Press storyteller Amy Bennett Williams includes her musings about the centrality of the kitchen to family and home life. It’s…

The sweltering heat of sub-tropical summer has taken hold here in Southwest Florida. On the bright side though, it’s the time of year when delicious…

Much of Southwest Florida’s beachfront is known for great shelling opportunities. So, it’s only fitting that for this week’s encore essay from News-Press…

This morning’s offering from News-Press storyteller Amy Bennett Williams pays homage to one of South Florida’s iconic coastal plant varieties: mangroves.…