On Saturday, September 12, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Island chefs will face off using mystery pantry ingredients inspired by items commonly donated to the food pantry. Their challenge: transform a …

During the months of July and August, the sea turtle nesting season is reaching their peak numbers for both nesting and hatchlings. On Wednesday, August 26, 2026, the full moon was in full …

The two-day Waterlily Weekend festival on August 29 and 30, at the Naples Botanical Garden, celebrated the Garden’s collection of nearly 300 specimens displayed throughout its aquatic …

Tamiami Ford is proud to announce that the family-owned and operated auto dealership is participating in the Ford Motor Company’s upcoming Fill a Ford food drive, part of a global initiative that …

United Church of Marco Island (UCMI) invites the community to a special service of remembrance on Friday, September 11, 2026, at 4:00 PM, marking the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of …

The need for a lifesaving blood transfusion occurs once every two seconds in the United States. With this staggering statistic comes the fact that 60% of the population is eligible to donate, yet …

Marco Island’s Sunrise Rotary continued its “Wake Up to Rotary Speaker Series” with a recent presentation by Ed Brandt, Vice Chair of the Collier Mosquito Control Board District. Brandt …

Everyone knows the giants of the Bible. Moses parted the Red Sea. Noah built the ark. Abraham answered God’s call. Isaiah and Jeremiah spoke for God. Jesus changed the world. Peter, Paul, and …

The Marco Island Fire Rescue Foundation will proudly unveil the Marco Island 9/11 Memorial on Friday, September 11, 2026, marking the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks that forever changed …

The 14th annual “Pawdy” was held last Sunday at Island Gypsy on Isles of Capri. The event began as a birthday celebration for Gypsy, a beautiful Mastiff owned by Mike and Gail Cochran. Soon, …

Get ready for a great night together! Join us Friday, September 18th at 6:30 PM at Family Church, 1450 Winterberry Drive, Marco Island, for a special showing of 23 Blast—an inspiring true story …

Warrior Homes of Collier announced four students with military ties are the latest recipients of $5,000 scholarships from the nonprofit that serves at-risk and homeless veterans in Collier …

Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) has opened the NCH Robotic Surgery Institute, a dedicated outpatient surgery center designed primarily for minimally invasive robotic procedures that brings together …

It is no secret that the moment you step outside, an instant pit stain takes over your shirt. We can all collectively agree—well, let us hope so—that this summer has been one of the hottest Marco …

Two lightning-sparked wildfires have burned over 17,000 acres in Everglades National Park over the weekend, forcing the emergency closure of the popular Shark Valley Area for over a day as crews …

For one unforgettable week this summer, Marco Island and the surrounding community once again demonstrated what can happen when people come together with generosity, compassion, and a shared …

It was all about history for the Senior Luncheon on August 19, held at the Marco Lutheran Church with about 120 guests attending. The popular lunch was sponsored by Tish and Rene Champagne on behalf …

It is impossible to miss the banyan tree due to their size and unique features. On Marco, we have a handful left and most of them are located on the bigger lots in South Barfield and Caxambas Drive. …

The Marco Island Historical Society (MIHS) has been recognized by the Southeastern Museums Conference (SEMC) with a first place gold award and second place silver award in the SEMC Publications …

Members of the Marco Island Noontime Rotary held their Thursday luncheon last week at Avow in Naples, where Rotarians learned about the wide range of hospice, palliative care, grief support and …