The big memorial unveiling on Marco Island was not the only 9/11 commemoration in the area. At Elks Lodge 2010 on the East Trail in Naples, members of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks …

Marco Island Noontime Rotary members got a firsthand look at the YMCA of Collier County-South Campus recently, touring its facilities and learning how the ongoing expansion will broaden programs for …

The International Coastal Clean-up was initiated 40 years ago by two women in Texas working for the Center for Environmental Education, the precursor of the Ocean Conservancy. In the 1986 inaugural …

For decades, our preschool has served Marco Island families, originally opening as Mother's Morning Out. While our name has changed to My Marco Academy, our heart for children and families remains …

The September Lunch with Friends (LWF) hosted 110 seniors at the Marco Lutheran Church. Nancy Kot, of Our Daily Bread Pantry, welcomed several new folks and was thrilled to have them join the group. …

World War II Army veteran Alfon Larson doesn’t talk much anymore. But the Purple Heart recipient, who was wounded three times during the Battle of Okinawa, still has a sparkle in his eyes when …

It’s Colorful and Bold at Art @ City Hall Exhibit through January 2027. On display are 21 pieces of art from nine participating local artists, including three new exhibitors. An open house is …

Film lovers in Marco Island will join over 100,000 film enthusiasts around the world during the week of Sept 24 - Oct 4 when the 29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival screens at Marco Island …

Calusa Garden Club of Marco Island established and maintains its orchid, bromeliad, and shade plant garden at Leigh Plummer Park on Barfield Drive. On September 12, 2026, Marco Island resident Cindy …

The Florida Stone Crabbers Association (FLSCA) invites the community to come together for the Blessing of the Fleet, a special event honoring the men and women of Florida’s commercial fishing …

Marco Island Rotary Club Sunrise is excited to announce Donald J. Grandmaison, known as DJ by most, has become its newest member. DJ became familiar with Sunrise Rotary through his work as Vice …

School has been in session for a little over one month now, and as the students at Marco Island Charter Middle School (MICMS) wrap up their day, newly appointed principal Dr. Scott Nicklas could be …

Chris Sullivan from RE/MAX Alliance Group has sold the Belize Grand Penthouse 2506, representing the buyers in this landmark transaction. Although this is the largest penthouse residence to date, …

September is one of the slowest months for businesses on the island, but on Saturday, the Snook Inn saw a full house, as dozens of fishers and their families showed up to support the Marco Island …

Marco Island Sunrise Rotary continues its Wake Up to Rotary Speaker Series. The series provides speakers at the Club’s Tuesday meetings, 7:15 AM at Stonewalls Restaurant, 551 S. Collier Blvd., …

United Church of Marco Island will welcome Chaplain (Major General) William Green, Jr., U.S. Army, Retired, as guest worship leader and preacher on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Chaplain Green will …

Organizers were hurriedly erecting additional shade structures Friday morning, September 11, at the Marco Fire Department. More shade was needed to accommodate the overflow crowd who showed up for …

The early morning of Sunday, September 13th may have been quiet on the Island, but at the Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort there was a bevy of activity as the Brotherhood Ride’s fifth annual 9/11 …

The event at the JW Marriott on Saturday evening was all about food. About 300 paying guests turned out for the inaugural Island Chef Pantry Challenge benefiting Our Daily Bread Food Pantry (ODBFP), …

Capri Christian Church hosted first responders services on Sunday, September 13 at 9:00 AM and 11:15 AM. Local, county, and retired first responders were paid special tribute through a moving sermon …