Sparker’s Soapbox has released Vote Smart Collier County: A Nonpartisan Guide for Collier County Voters, which provides factual, nonpartisan information about how the local, state, and federal …

On February 9, 2024, a Bombardier Challenger 600 jet crashed on I-75 in Naples, killing the two pilots. Flight attendant Sydney Ann Bosmans and the two passengers, Audra Gren and Aaron Baker, …

The family of former Councilor Erik Brechnitz has announced that a funeral service will take place on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM at St. John’s Episcopal Church located at 130 West Eldorado …

A lengthy and often heated City Council meeting on Monday night featured major decisions on water quality, beach regulations, and sea turtle protections. There was also considerable debate over a …

The City of Marco Island regretfully recognizes the passing of Erik Brechnitz, who served as a Council member on the Marco Island City Council until his death on April 21, 2026. Mr. Brechnitz was …

In recognition of National County Government Month (NCGM) this April, the Collier County Clerk and Comptroller’s Office is proud to highlight the vital role they play in supporting the community, …

Charles Schwab, a leading brokerage and wealth management firm, has opened a new branch in Marco Island. As Schwab aims to meet more clients where they are, Florida is a key market for growth, …

A two-seat Cessna 150 made an emergency landing just short of Marco Island Executive Airport around 12:15 PM Sunday, coming down along Mainsail Drive near the terminal parking …

A 1,650-acre fire at Picayune Strand State Forest is 40% contained as of 2:09 PM, and wind is again having an impact.  The fire has been ongoing since Monday, with several streets near the fire …

A two-seat Cessna 150 made an emergency landing just short of Marco Island Executive Airport around 12:15 p.m. Sunday, coming down along Mainsail Drive near the terminal parking area. The …

The Marco Island City Council met April 6, 2026, for a lengthy and at times contentious meeting covering water quality, shark fishing, infrastructure funding, and the ongoing search for a new city …

The Marco Island Planning Board held a marathon meeting this week, reviewing several high-profile and sometimes contentious proposals affecting local businesses and development. Parking Variance …

The Collier County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller is alerting residents to a text message scam involving fraudulent communications that appear to be official court …

In the quiet moments before a storm, readiness is built through effort, discipline, and a shared heart for service. On February 21, more than 30 dedicated volunteers from three Southwest Florida …

A crowded and boisterous chamber, openly defiant public commentators, and sharply divided opinions marked the Marco Island City Council meeting Monday night as residents debated pickleball fees and …

As the 2026 Florida Legislative Session heads into its final stretch, conservation advocates warn that several major proposals could have lasting consequences for Southwest Florida’s quality of …

On February 26, Collier County officials, community leaders, and Bayshore residents gathered to celebrate the official ribbon cutting of the new Bayshore Pedestrian Boardwalk connecting Bayshore …

A significant portion of the March 2, 2026, City Council meeting focused on how to fund urgently needed infrastructure projects, particularly bridge replacements. City Manager Dr. Casey Lucius …

The Marco Island Police Department and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's (FWC) shore-based shark fishing awareness town hall attracted a full house to city council chambers …

The Marco Island Fire Rescue Foundation presented its Firefighter of the Year to Division Chief Jake Clemmons at the annual celebration luncheon on February 25. Clemmons was recently promoted to …