Bookworm: Fast food dreams; neighbor nightmares

A hundred years ago, if you were hungry and in Wichita, you were in luck. Although Texas, Wisconsin, and Connecticut have laid claim to it.

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City Council gives Harden keys to the city

The Marco Island City Council presented Monday the keys to the city to former interim city manager, David Harden.

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After two decades as commissioner, Fiala won’t seek reelection

Republicans Jacob Winge and William Douglass, and Democrat John Jenkins are all vying for Commissioner Donna Fiala's seat in next year's election.

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Killing of dolphin leaves Fort Myers residents “shocked”

Officials and residents in Lee County "shocked" and disgusted by the slaying of a bottlenose dolphin that was found in May off the coast of Upper Captiva Island.

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Manatee boat deaths are on pace to set record

Boats killed a record 122 manatees last year. The boat death toll for this year would reach 172 if the current pace is kept through the rest of the year.

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Sailing Center summer youth classes return

Living on an island, learning to sail a boat seems like a natural thing. It is also, said Rocky Cale.

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Collier enforcement finds nearly one in four boats broke sewage rules

Boaters dumping human waste can cause myriad problems. So many pump-out stations are free, yet some people still break the rules.

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School grades: A for Collier, B for Lee

Annual assessment of public schools shines positive light on Southwest Florida districts.

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Murder suspect showed mental health warning signs

A psychiatrist previously testified during a Baker Act hearing that North Naples woman suspected of murder was at danger of harming herself or others.

MIPD detains 4 juveniles, recovers stolen truck

The Marco Island Police Department (MIPD) detained Monday four juveniles driving a stolen vehicle from Naples, according to MIPD.

Planning considers new rules for contractors

The Marco Island Planning Board considered Friday new rules for contractors that may increase construction costs in the island.

Audubon protects Tigertail’s black skimmers

Black skimmers chicks need what all babies need – food, parenting, and protection from danger as they navigate the most vulnerable moment in their lives.

Florida to homeowners: Kill green iguanas ‘whenever possible’

Pardon the American iguanas residing in sunny Florida for not feeling very patriotic on this Fourth of July.

State Attorney: Two SWFL men arrested in $6M Ponzi scheme

The State Attorney’s Office Economic Crimes Unit announced the arrests of two men Wednesday in a suspected multi-million dollar Ponzi scheme.

Mike McNees to bring changes to Marco Island

McNees said that if the perception is based in reality then the reality has to change.

David Harden: From Vietnam to Marco Island

Sunday was Harden's last day as the interim city manager of Marco Island. Mike McNees is now the new chief in town.

Bell is consulting scholar at Penn museum

Bell, the curator of collections at the Marco Island Historical Museum ...

Bobcat kitten rescued on Marco

Marco’s wild bobcat kitten is on its way to a new life. Officer Allan Reyes doesn’t know how the kitten came to be along the side of San Marco Road.

Marco Island on list of islands to vacation

The travel site TripAdvisor added Marco Island to a list of 14 scenic island vacations in U.S. "oozing with charm."

Marco fire department asks CCSO to investigate sexual misconduct claims

The Marco Island Fire-Rescue Department has asked the Collier County Sheriff's Office to open an investigation in response sexual misconduct claims.

Ex-firefighter admitted to having sex at gym

A prosecution report revealed more damning details about a disgraced Marco Island firefighter, including his admission to having sex at the city's gym.

Marco cops accused of using excessive force

A Marco Island couple is alleging excessive use of force after being arrested last month.

Frazzano will be first woman to lead MIPD

Montclair Township (N.J.) Deputy Chief Tracy Frazzano will continue her path in making history in law enforcement.

Marco Island approves medical marijuana dispensaries

The Marco Island City Council voted in favor of a resolution that provides regulations for medical marijuana dispensing facilities on the island.

See a rare sighting of a mother panther with her kittens

The Florida Wildlife Federation used a trail camera to capture videos of a mother panther and her kittens along Keri Road.

Weird things that have washed up on Florida beaches

Carol Schettino comments on EEOC complaint

During the April 15 City Council meeting, Carol Schettino purported to know specific details about confidential documents or proceedings.

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Photos: Marriott’s Ario honored

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Social Scene: Happy Birthday, ‘Just Friends’

Just Friends celebrated their 15th Birthday this July at their monthly luncheon at the Yacht Club.

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Celebrity Birthdays, July 16-22

I am a singer/songwriter born in Las Vegas on July 14, 1987. I am one of nine children in my family, and I once worked as a Mormon missionary.

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Horoscopes, July 16-22

Aries, there's not much you can do to prevent your momentum from taking you in a particular direction.

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WOW To Do List: Boating and hurricanes, more

Marco Island Coast Guard Flotilla 9-5 with 51 years of service will celebrate the Auxiliary 80th Anniversary by providing a free class on boating.

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3 To Do: Music, talent and pythons

Marco Island Center for the Arts presents the award winning guitarist from Bill Haley’s Comets, Denny Scott.

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Ask the Pharmacist: Protect yourself with fruit

Some people eat nothing but fruit. They are called fruitarians. While I do not advocate this diet for everyone.

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Photos: Summer sailing, 2019

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3 To Do: Calling all talented people, more

Preliminary competition rounds will take place at 7 p.m. on select dates from July 16 through Aug. 14.

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Letters to the Editor, July 12

It’s important to remember that animals such as the iguanas and pythons “invading” Florida were once “pets,” dumped when the novelty wore off.

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Watts: An Italian feast from Napoli On The Bay

Our latest food adventure was takeout from the Marco Island location of Napoli On The Bay Pizzeria, featuring pizza, pasta and subs.

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Fishingcast: Conditions for SWFL, July 12-18

Would surmise that last week’s weather assault, with that tropical depression, was a surprise to just about everyone.

| 6 days ago

Looking for a place to eat on Marco Island?

Looking for a place to eat? Read ‘Watts for Dinner’ every Friday in the Marco Eagle.

| 6 days ago