Horoscopes, April 7-13

Aries. If you haven't been feeling so well, now is the time to visit a doctor and get back on track.

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Pink details son’s ‘scary’ coronavirus diagnosis

Pink is sharing details on her and her son's coronavirus journey, saying it's been "really, really scary" and a "roller coaster."

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Duran Duran’s John Taylor positive for coronavirus

Duran Duran bassist John Taylor said he revealed his positive coronavirus test to show the virus "isn't always a killer."

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Passages 2020: Stars we’ve lost this year

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10 books to help us live in the time of coronavirus

Whether you need a comforting shoulder to lean on or a well-meaning kick in the pants, these books will help get you through this difficult time.

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5 books not to miss: Grady Hendrix, Veronica Roth

Veronica Roth is back with new adult novel "Chosen Ones," and Grady Hendrix thrills with "The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires."

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Bookworm: New reads for Spring 2020

Hunker down. That's what you'll be doing for the immediate future: trying to stay well or get well or just waiting.

Bookworm: Leaders who are readers

When it comes to voting for a President, you know what you like. You like a person who's decisive but flexible.

COVID-19: The Marco Players announces closure

The Marco Players discontinued the season's performances as of March 17, according to a news release.

Takeout: Margaritas packs in the flavor

So, without further ado, this week’s takeout champs are … Margaritas!

Watts: Oyster Society delights in difficult times

Yes, restaurants are operating at half capacity now. And some have switched to take-out only.

Here’s free TV, movies and books to enjoy

If you're hunkering down at home in the age of coronavirus, we offer suggestions for free TV, movies and books you can stream to pass the time.

Watch these happy TV shows to escape coronavirus news

From 'Parks and Rec' to 'Great British Baking Show' to 'Fixer Upper,' here are 10 TV shows to inject joy into your life amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

Best TV shows and movies to stream in March 2020

From "Black Panther" to "Archer" to an Obama-produced documentary, Netflix, Amazon, Hulu. Apple TV Plus and Disney Plus have great offerings in March.

Hayek, Blanchett discuss Weinstein verdict

While promoting their latest projects at the Berlin International Film Festival, actresses Salma Hayek and Cate Blanchett gave their reaction to the Harvey Weinstein verdict. (Feb. 27)

Bardem was scared to work with Hayek

Speaking at the Berlin International Film Festival, friends Javier Bardem and Salma Hayek both praised each other and admitted they were scared to work opposite each other on new movie, "The Roads Not Taken." (Feb. 27)

3 To Do: HBO has free stuff

In an effort to keep people entertained in quarantine, the network is allowing people to watch some of its most popular offerings for free.

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Updated: Marco-area restaurants offering takeout

Restaurants in the state of Florida have been directed to close dining rooms and use their kitchens solely for takeout.

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Bookworm: Presidential bashing through the years

You've got a few things to say about that guy in the White House. If not now, well, you've said a few things about other guys in the White House over the years.

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Fishingcast: Conditions for Southwest Florida, April 10-17

Look for a divided week with early week gorgeous weather with great summerlike conditions but then fading to hellacious wind and rain conditions.

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Gardening: The flowering trees of Florida

In sub-tropical Florida we have shrubs and trees which provide us with flowers all year.

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On the Hook: Awaited change of seasons arrives

Albeit a bit untimely to be writing about a non-issue in our lives here in Southwest Florida, as we all deal the advent of this catastrophic disease.

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Sew to soul: Making masks to meet demand

Between locations in Massachusetts and Naples, Johnston estimates that Sew Easy has taught 21,000 young ladies the art of sewing.

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Photos: Making masks on Marco

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Photos: Jackie’s Chinese, Marco Island

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Pharmacist: Lose your sense of smell? Stay home

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3 To Do: From your home

Completed Netflix already? Struggling to concentrate on a book?

Gardening: Beautiful bulbous plants for the area

Daffodils and tulips are my favorite flowers because it was a sure sign of spring in Connecticut when they began popping up in the fields and yards.

Noontime Rotary helps Our Daily Bread

The Noontime Rotary Club of Marco Island is dedicated to helping the community and all those in need.

Fishingcast: Conditions for SWFL, April 3-9

Look forward to a raucous end of the month and stand by for some tough conditions as we slide into April.

Scholarships for students majoring in arts

MIFA began awarding scholarships 13 years ago to students who planned to major in visual arts, literary arts or performing arts.

Photos: Margaritas, takeout, 2020

Teen dons fish tail to spread joy

Summer Joy Hill decided to help by putting a smile on people’s faces. And she’s doing it by being a mermaid.

Photos: Marco Island Mermaid

Horoscopes, March 31-April 6

Things are not always what they seem, Aries. Keep this in mind when dealing or working with people you have never met.

Celebrity Birthdays, March 31-April 6

I am an actor born in Germany on April 2, 1977. My parents relocated to the Republic of Ireland when I was two to open a restaurant.

3 To Do: The workout edition

Adriene Mishler’s yoga YouTube videos have more than 500 million views.

Pharmacist: I’m mad about the elderberry posts

There is a pandemic among us. People like you and me are looking for alternative methods to help support our immune system

Social Scene: Newcomers have busy March

March started out as a very busy month. The Newcomers celebrated St. Patrick’s Day by participating in the Marco Island St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

3 To Do: Coloring app anyone?

Adult coloring books are available in-stores and in mobile app stores, so no need to head to the store.