The quaint fishing village/artist enclave of Goodland is at its most beautiful when the royal poinciana trees and plumeria, or frangipani, are in full bloom. Lucky for you that time is right …

City of Marco Island Growth Management Department, Marco Island Chamber of Commerce, and the Collier County Building Industry Association hosted a Builders Roundtable on May 13 at City Hall. They …

As we all should know by now, the last Monday in the month is when our nation pauses to pay its respects to our nation’s military men and women for making their ultimate sacrifice in defense of our …

The Marco Island Woman’s Club (MIWC) is a vibrant group of women united in friendship, community service, and the drive to make a positive impact in our community. Through our events, programs, and …

Like so many other passersby over the years, Theresa Castellano always enjoyed the life-sized animal statues placed throughout the property of Barbara and Lou Prigge, whose expansive property on …

As Father Tim Navin of San Marco Catholic Church and I sat and chatted with Joe Granda, one of the former Grand Knights of the Knights of Columbus, we came to realize it has been 51 years since the …

Two Marco Island Academy student athletes, volleyball player Medney Garraux and football player Ryan Winterick, were honored Thursday, May 7, in a special ceremony in the school gymnasium where they …

On Wednesday, May 6, 2026, the Marco Island Center for the Arts recognized the Artists of the Year in visual and performing arts. Diane Reed Eiler and Gregg Birr were recognized for their talent and …

Beginning Sunday, May 31, the United Church of Marco Island (UCMI) invites the community to a powerful and engaging new sermon series entitled “Underdogs of the Bible.” This eight-week series …

The Greater Naples Chamber is excited to announce the winners of its seventh annual Youth Business Fair. The event gave elementary, middle, high school, and college students the opportunity to …

According to the Florida Department of Children and Families Baker Act data dashboard, more than 500 youth in Collier County were placed under the Baker Act following suicide attempts in the last …

Celebrate 250 years of America with us at the Big Cypress Gallery on Sunday, July 12, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Meet Clyde Butcher in person and enjoy exclusive summer specials on his art and …

Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida (JA SWFL) announces a charitable gift of $15,000 from the Suncoast Credit Union Foundation to support JA Inspire, the organization’s large-scale career …

The Immokalee Foundation is proud to welcome Ruth Rios, MBA, as its new Chief Advancement Officer. In this role, she will lead the organization’s comprehensive advancement strategy, including major …

The United Church of Marco Island (UCMI) has announced several updates to its worship schedule and the introduction of a meaningful new ministry focused on healing and prayer. Beginning May 24 …

The Marco Island Center for the Arts proudly hosted its 2026 Golf Tournament on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Island Country Club, welcoming 67 golfers for a day of camaraderie, competition, and community …

The United Church of Marco Island and its Bargain Basket Missions Committee were honored to present a $10,000 donation to the Naples Neighborhood Clinic on Sunday, May 3, 2026. The contribution …

Seniors at Marco Island Academy recently celebrated Spirit Week with an “Anything But a Backpack Day.”  You could use any item to carry your books, pens, pencils, and personal items other …

Four candidates were given their opportunity to convince Marco’s six sitting city council members that they’re best equipped to become the island’s new city manager during a candidate interview …

Demonstrating its ongoing commitment to mission and community outreach, the United Church of Marco Island (UCMI) has awarded $20,000 in grants to two impactful organizations serving youth in …