Each year for more than 50 years, tens of thousands of people descend upon the fishing village turned tourist attraction of Everglades City to enjoy the seafood and sounds of the area.   This …

Festival season is in full swing for tribal and non-tribal people alike as the Third Annual Indigenous Arts and Music Festival at Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation is scheduled February 6 …

Thirty-four thousand books. That’s how many the Bargain Basket sells in a year. Eighty-one is the age of George Anne Draper, the thrift store’s volunteer librarian. She’s good at her job and …

Gulf Coast Orchid Alliance will meet from 6:30 to 8:30 PM on Thursday, February 13 at the Naples Conference Center, 1455 Pine Ridge Road, Naples. The topic will be “Show ‘em where you grow …

In a world that often feels divided, the Democratic Women’s Club of Marco (DWCM) stands as a powerful testament to the transformative force of community and collective action. On January 14, the …

Grumpy Grater sells decorative handmade ceramic saucers with rows of teeth that are used to grate anything from garlic and nutmeg to cheeses and lemons.  “If you’re mincing garlic on your …

Marco Island Academy’s chapter of the Quill & Scroll International Honor Society is proud to announce its upcoming St. Baldrick's charity event, aimed at raising funds and awareness for …

On Tuesday, February 11, 2025, the San Marco Knights of Columbus will be hosting a Spaghetti Dinner at the Parish Hall,851 San Marco Road, from 4:30PM to 6:30PM.The dinner includes bread, salad, …

On Thursday, January 16th Kiwanis Club of Marco Island hosted Terrific Kids from the 4th Grade at Manatee Elementary School. Five exceptional students, who represent the tenants of Terrific Kids and …

Collier County is host to a great deal of musical talent. Some of the area’s most accomplished musicians performed two shows in East Naples this past week, delighting devotees of classical music, …

David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health (DLC), Collier County’s only comprehensive, not-for-profit behavioral health provider, applauds the Collier Board of County Commissioners for their …

For hundreds of Marco Island women, it was off to the City of Lights last week.   The San Marco Council of Catholic Women (CCW) hosted another of their long-running series of fashion …

The Noontime Rotary Club of Marco Island has announced Scot & Pat Kaufman and Stephen and Barbara Slaggie as the first two recipients of the 2025 Spirit of Marco Island Award.  Spirit Award …

Over 200 people gathered at Marco Island’s Veteran’s Park recently to celebrate, honor, and support two vital organizations. “Remember Paradise” and “MyMemoryWorx,”who joined together to …

Last Sunday was a big evening for supporters of the YMCA of Collier County. The YMCA Golden Gala was a night of “glitz, glamour, and giving back!” Held at the Hideaway Beach Club, the Golden Gala …

The 2025 Marco Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Awards were presented on Friday, January 24 at the Hideaway Beach Club. The event sees the Board of Directors sworn in for the next year, and the new …

The Italian American Society of Marco Island is currently accepting applications for a $1,000 scholarship opportunity for a graduating senior from any Collier County High School who will be attending …

The Rotary Club of Marco Island Noontime is excited to welcome its newest members, Bonnie Knab and Leslie Tetterton!   Bonnie Knab  Bonnie Knab hails from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Growing …

The dream of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr was brought to life in Naples on Martin Luther King Day Monday as thousands of people gathered to honor the civil rights activist and his …

The January meeting of the Marco Island Woman’s Club was held at the Naples Lake Country Club. Shirley Thayer led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance and God Bless America.   President …