When we last checked in with second-generation Marco Islander Ryan Witthoff, we were celebrating his ascension in the college basketball world (Shooting Star, June 27, 2024). Witthoff was possibly …

The YMCA of Collier County recently hosted its annual Healthy Kids Day at its Marco Island and Naples campuses, welcoming families from across the community. The family friendly event focused on …

As Claribel Gutierrez was basking in the glory of winning the Marco Island Police Foundation Rib Cook-off for the second year in a row, Alex Hernandez was already thinking about basting his ribs in …

Get ready for a night of suspense, laughter, and island intrigue as the Marco Island Center for the Arts’ Arts Center Theatre proudly presents Marco Midnight, the latest theatrical work from local …

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) 2026 Lionfish Challenge will kick off May 22 and run through Sept. 14. The challenge will feature several exciting new competition …

Volunteers from the YMCA of Collier County, alongside members of the Noontime Rotary Club, conducted a thorough campus cleanup with equipment and supplies generously provided by Publix, Waste …

AAUW-Marco Island (AAUW-MI), the local branch of the American Association of University Women, celebrated scholarship winners at CJ’s on the Bay with an elegant luncheon on April 20. Two high …

Family Church on Marco Island invites the community to a special Family Movie Night featuring David, a beautifully animated film. David's story begins in quiet devotion. When the giant Goliath rises …

After a visit to the doctor, Leebe Fish owner, Paul Bertell, was told that his liver was having issues. This is an all-too-common problem for many people, as so much of our food is filled with …

The second annual Special Heart's Day, held at Veteran’s Community Park on April 18, was another great success. Thanks go to all who made this Autism Awareness event, well, special. Island …

Platinum Dry Cleaners, a Naples, FL based full service dry clean and laundry operation with two retail locations, 12 delivery routes, a 12,000 sq ft processing facility, and 40 employees announces …

At its Thursday, April 16 meeting, the Rotary Club of Marco Island Noontime honored the “Students of the Month” from five local area schools. The luncheon honored two students each from Lely …

ASL Friends kicked off 2026 by offering two free, four-week Introduction to American Sign Language (ASL) classes in January and February at the Marco Island Fire and Rescue Building. More than 40 …

For the Miccosukee Indians, Earth Day is more than a holiday. It is a celebration of life. This year, the celebration, referred to as ‘International Big Mama Day,’ took place on Saturday, April …

The highly anticipated renovation to the memory care unit at the Arlington Oakton Place in Naples has been completed and was toured during an intimate ribbon-cutting on Tuesday, April 14. For the …

What better way to warm your heart than bringing home a new companion? These loving dogs and cats are available now at Collier County Domestic Animal Services along with other furry friends! For more …

This past weekend, Audubon Western Everglades was extremely grateful to host a Decade Owl Watch Celebration at the Wesley United Methodist Church on Marco Island. We were not only celebrating Owl …

The Conservancy of Southwest Florida took a big step on Saturday. Naples’ preeminent natural preservation organization held a groundbreaking for the $25 million John and Carol Walter Nature …

With blue skies, mild temperatures in the 70s, and a steady east wind, the Marco Island Sail and Power Squadron’s annual circumnavigation of Marco Island once again delivered the perfect blend of …

Our Daily Bread Food Pantry (ODBFP) celebrated its volunteers on April 14 for their contributions over the last ten years. Dedicated, selfless, compassionate, enthusiastic, and positive are some of …