In his last month as Principle of the Marco Island Charter Middle School, George Abounader is given one last surprise before his final farewell. Find out what it is by reading the full story here!

City of Marco Island Moving Forward on Comprehensive Plan Review
By Staff | on June 18, 2020
By Steve StefanidesAfter numerous issues and delays, the City of Marco Island is at long last making progress in its Comprehensive Plan Review. See the full details from the article here.

Multitasker Morgan Joseph Is A True Y Asset
YMCA Profile SeriesBy Staff | on June 18, 2020
By Quentin RouxIn this issue of the YMCA Profile Series, Quentin Roux talks about the multitasker known as Morgan Joseph.

Sea Turtle Weekly Update
By Staff | on June 18, 2020
By Maria LambSea Turtle nesting report for Marco Island and surrounding areas.

Florida’s Theme Parks Are Reopening : Here’s What You Need to Know
Theme Park Wrap UpBy Staff | on June 18, 2020
By Brittani Tuttle, Attractions MagazineBrittani Tuttle returns to give us the low down over what the theme parks are doing to make everyone feel safe as they reopen, in her column, Theme Park Wrap Up.

MIFA’s 2020 Artist of the Year
By Staff | on June 18, 2020
SubmittedThe Marco Island Foundation for the Arts honors Marie Senechal as Artist of the Year. See the full story here.

Marco City Council Has A Grueling Day
By Staff | on June 18, 2020
By Steve StefanidesThe Marco City Council discussed a number of different and difficult issues at their recent meeting. See the full details of the meeting here.

Reflection
Growing Up in Everglades CityBy Staff | on June 18, 2020
By Savannah OglesbySavannah Oglesby writes some recent things she’s reflected on, in her column, Growing Up Everglades City.

Fascinating Eye Coloration for Marco’s Burrowing Owls
By Staff | on June 18, 2020
By Maria LambCoastal Breeze writer Maria Lamb gives us the latest news on Marco’s Burrowing Owls, including an interesting revelation in their changing eye color. See the full article, along with photos, here.