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Marco: View from above

In the early days Goodland was a sleepy little fishing village, with mostly trailer homes used by fishermen who found Goodland a haven for good fishing. Today, Goodland still has trailers, along with homes on a beautiful waterway that attracts people for its uniqueness, which includes the old-time feeling, yet allows fine restaurants and homey entertainment. Story: View from above: Goodland's transformation (07-22-07)

Photo by ROGER LALONDE

In the early days Goodland was a sleepy little fishing village, with mostly trailer homes used by fishermen who found Goodland a haven for good fishing. Today, Goodland still has trailers, along with homes on a beautiful waterway that attracts people for its uniqueness, which includes the old-time feeling, yet allows fine restaurants and homey entertainment. Story: View from above: Goodland's transformation (07-22-07)

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This is a series of aerial photos of Marco Island taken by Marco Eagle reporter Roger LaLonde.

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