Marco Island Woman’s Club 60-Year Diamond Jubilee High Tea

President Tammy Barstow and Honorary Founding Member Sheila Howard.

“Why you were born and why you are living depends on what you are getting out of this world, and what you are giving.” That is the motto of the Marco Island Woman’s Club (MIWC), a network of …

October 25, 2026, Alex Pigeon of Scott and Inlet Drive with an 11-foot Burmese python that he caught and donated to the Conservancy for research.

Invasive Reptiles and Majestic Native Trees

When you think of invasive reptiles in South Florida, your list will include the green iguana and the Burmese python. Green iguanas ( Iguana iguana ) are large, typically green lizards, and some …

Is Lely Soccer Really This Good?

Captain Angel Otero scored twice against South Ft. Myers.

Three games into the season, the Lely boys soccer team has outscored their opponents 22-2, including the Friday, Nov. 6, 8-0 mercy rule home win over South Ft. Myers. One can’t help but wonder …

Tommie Barfield Salutes Veterans

Friday, November 6, was a special day at Tommie Barfield Elementary School (TBE). Every student participated in making the annual Veterans Day Celebration event happen. From the creation of red, …

Business is Booming

2026 has been a banner year for Marco-based commercial start-ups, based on data compiled by a company that specializes in tracking new business filings in Florida. There were 400 new …

Marco Island Farmers Market Returns

The Marco Island Farmers Market returns next Wednesday, November 18, bringing back the Veterans’ Park staple for another season. This year, there are 84 vendors scheduled to appear at the …

The Arlington Residents Raise Money and Collect Food for Our Daily Bread Food Pantry

The power of community and the spirit of generosity were on full display at The Arlington as residents came together for the 2026 Fall Food Drive, raising an impressive $14,845 in financial …

Tasty New Play on The Rhine Stage at Marco Island Academy

Marco Island Academy presents the world premiere of the comedic one-act play, P.B. and Jay by Christopher Dayett, on Friday, November 20, 2026, at 7:00 PM on The Rhine Stage at Marco Island Academy, …

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Child’s Dress, c. 1935; feed sack cotton, 36 x 33 inches.

THRIFT STYLE EXHIBIT: American Ingenuity During the Great Depression and World War II

The Marco Island Historical Society (MIHS) presents Thrift Style , a touring exhibit that demonstrates how American homemakers made ends meet during one of the most challenging periods in history. …

A past Festival of Trees entrant shows lots of whimsy.

Art Center Seeks Tree Decorators for 2026 Festival of Trees

The countdown to the holidays has begun, and Marco Island Center for the Arts is inviting creative individuals, families, businesses, clubs and organizations to participate in the 13th Annual …

The Sunshine Sisters were invited to a Sip and Preview of Sharon’s new tea towel design.

Island Magic with Tea Towel Art

On Marco Island, Sharon McLaughlin started S McLaughlin Unique Gifts 15 years ago with uniquely designed tea towels. According to McLaughlin, Marco Island was the very first city that she designed 15 …

Florida Panther Festival a Roaring Good Time

What better time to host the Florida Panther Festival than on a Collier County Free Day! On Saturday, November 7, the Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens saw young and old gather to celebrate Florida’s …

Board members of the Hideaway Beach Club cut a ribbon to officially open the course to guests.

Hideaway Beach Club Unveils Renovated Golf Course

The heart of Hideaway Beach Club has long been its golf course, and on Tuesday, it was officially given new life. After eight months of work, the $5.6 million improvement of its nine-hole golf …

Yes Chefs! A chili cook-off couldn’t happen without them!

High Energy at 14th Jerry Adams Chili Cook-Off

The energy level was high Saturday, November 7, as supporters packed the Esplanade for the 14th annual Jerry Adams Chili Cook-Off. “This is the kickoff of the Marco Island season,” said …

A banded American Oystercatcher looking very bold in black and white feathers with a long, blazing orange bill and light pink legs.

Banded Shorebirds and Berm All Patched Up

The American Oystercatcher is a very eye-catching shorebird with its blazing orange bill and is a photographer’s favorite. Yet for beach walkers, it is easy to walk right by them as they forage for …

Joe Dermody adjusts his telescope to track the sun during the Big Cypress National Preserve’s Dark Sky Celebration on Saturday, November 7. With a special lens, he can safely view the sun’s surface.

Big Cypress Preserve Celebrates 10 Years of Dark Skies

Most people who travel to the Everglades expect to see the swamp, alligators, and mosquitoes, but out in Big Cypress, you can also see the universe. November 7 marked the 10th anniversary …

Blank Wall Sparks Collaboration Between Art Center, MDR

When Hyla Crane attended an open house for the Marco Dementia Respite (MDR) a few years back, the venerable executive director of the Marco Island Center for the Arts noticed a blank wall in their …

Bill Filbin, second from left, is flanked by Jack Winnik, left, Marco realtor Stan Niemczyk, and his grandson, Preston Hall.

MIAAOR Side Dish Drive Underway

November means the return of balmy weather, the start of the Christmas season, and what has become a tradition on the island: the Marco Island Area Association of Realtors’ (MIAAOR) annual donation …

Gathering for Thanksgiving? Help Keep Flu Off the Guest List

You can help protect yourself and your family from the flu this Thanksgiving.

(NAPSI)—With 74% of Americans planning to gather with family and friends for Thanksgiving this year, according to Pew Research Center, there’s one important step to take before getting together: …

Meds are often the go-to for dementia patients. Is there a better way?

Knowable Magazine reports that dementia patients often receive antipsychotics instead of non-drug approaches for behavioral issues, risking health and well-being.

Survey: Weird perimenopause symptoms women never saw coming: Itchy ears, B.O., and more

Hone Health reports a survey of 660 women revealing unexpected perimenopause symptoms like itchy ears, hair changes, and frozen shoulder, highlighting hormonal impacts.

A Navy medical center is testing a supplement for chronic pain against a placebo

Neurogan Health reports a Navy trial is testing palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) for chronic pain.

What causes a food coma, and how to beat it this Thanksgiving

Naturepedic reports that food comas, or postprandial somnolence, occur after large meals, causing drowsiness.

America’s biggest measles outbreaks have very different death tolls. Why?

Healthbeat reports on the varying death tolls of recent measles outbreaks in Pennsylvania and South Carolina, with demographic factors influencing outcomes.

As Veterans Day Approaches, It’s Worth Talking About Tobacco

By Lacoadia Burkes, Bureau Chief, Tobacco Free Florida (NAPSI)—As Veterans Day approaches, many of us will spend time celebrating the veterans in our lives. Across our state, that might mean …

Nearly a third of US adults avoid medical care due to stigma, 91% say it’s cost them

TelyRx reports that nearly 31% of U.S. adults avoid medical care due to stigma.

Dry Eye: An Overlooked Symptom of Perimenopause and Menopause

(Feature Impact) Dry eye is one of the most overlooked symptoms of perimenopause, the phase of fluctuating hormones leading up to a woman’s final period, and menopause, the point in a woman’s …

America's #1 Cancer Is More Common Than We Thought

(NewsUSA) - New estimates suggest that 4.7 million Americans are diagnosed with nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) annually, while advances in treatment offer patients more choices than ever before.NMSC …

Why Women Should Find Out Their Breast Cancer Risk Earlier than You Think

(NewsUSA) - For many people, breast cancer screening becomes a priority around age 40. However, according to recommendations from the American College of Radiology® (ACR®), one of the most …

Youth Tobacco Use Is at Historic Lows. Adult Smokers Still Need Better Choices.

(Dr. Matthew Holman) - There is a piece of good public health news that deserves more attention: youth tobacco use in the United States has fallen to historically low levels. That progress did not …

America’s New Drug Dealers Have Moved from Street Corners to the Internet – and the FDA is Letting Them

(Peter Pitts, President and Co-founder of the Center for Medicine in the Public Interest ) - Consumers purchasing retatrutide online may think they are buying a safe, clinically tested weight-loss …

Long Before Tremors, Sleep May Hold Important Clues to Parkinson’s

(BPT) - Key takeawaysSome people physically act out their dreams. They may punch, kick or yell while asleep. This condition is called REM sleep behavior disorder or RBD.RBD may be an early warning …

Tiny fish, big hope: The science bringing rare epilepsy research home

(BPT) - Exciting new research models and at-home clinical trials are shortening the distance between breakthrough science and the families who need it most.For families facing a rare epilepsy …

From Uncertainty to Reassurance: How a Small Heart Monitor and Ablation Procedure Helped One Father Conquer the Unknowns of Atrial Fibrillation

(NewsUSA) - In 2018, then-52-year-old Todd Repass Jr. stood up after a meal and immediately knew something was wrong. It was terrifying. He felt weak, short of breath, and, at times, dizzy. The …

Before you pick a health plan, ask these 5 questions

GoodRx reports that choosing the right health insurance can be overwhelming. Key factors include budget, medical needs, and upcoming life events to find the best plan.

Are people with ADHD more likely to get dementia? What research found

Understood reports that a 2026 study links ADHD to higher dementia risk, though many with ADHD don't develop it. Key factors include genetics and health.

Protect Your Heart and Brain by Knowing the Signs and Symptoms of AFib

(Feature Impact) AFib is a type of arrhythmia, or heart rhythm disorder, that happens when your heart's electrical signals fire abnormally, causing an irregular heartbeat. More than 10 million people in the U.S. live with AFib, so if you're one of them, there are plenty of ways to find connection, support and resources to help.

Review Your Medicare Coverage Options: Open Enrollment is Through Dec. 7

(Feature Impact) Medicare Open Enrollment is your opportunity to give your Medicare plan a check-up. Plans change every year, and now is the time to check if a new plan could be better for you.