Pythons beware! Hundreds register for Python Bowl 2020

Three days into the Florida Python Challenge and 662 people have registered to hunt invasive snakes in the Everglades.

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Golden Gate, Golden Terrace campuses to have four distinct schools

Golden Gate and Golden Terrace elementary schools have two buildings where students are divided by grade. The school district is changing that.

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Golden Gate may get 12-hole golf course, high-tech driving range

A new spin on golf may be coming to Golden Gate as Collier County continues to look at ways to redevelop a 167-acre golf course property it bought last year.

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Giant grouper caught off SWFL a rare research opportunity

Jason Boyll of Sarasota caught a 350-pound Warsaw grouper in about 600 feet of water, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Research Institute confirmed on its Facebook page.

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MIA announces $1 million matching gift challenge

Marco Island Academy announced a $1 million matching gift challenge to help build new school facilities and needs your help.

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City Council OKs changes to Marco Town Center

City Council's approval did not come easy as members said they were concerned about the mall's planned use of Suntree stormwater filters.

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Everglades advocates rally behind climate resilience, unity

Environmental advocates, business owners and non-profits discuss climate change resiliency and restoration funding during 36th annual Everglades Coalition conference.

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Councilor’s response to complaint contradicts previous statement

Marco Island resident Regina Dayton filed the complaint against Larry Honig in December 2018 after he was revealed as the owner of the domain.

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Marco renews code magistrate contract

In a 5-2 vote, Marco Island City Council reappointed Monday the code enforcement special magistrate for an additional two-year term.

Marco creates non-profit to fund city parks

Marco Island City Council approved Monday a resolution to create a non-profit to help fund city-owned parks.

Marco Island council upset with law enforcement commission

The Marco Island City Council is upset with the light punishment handed down to a former police officer who was found to have had sex on duty.

Deadly road rage shooting justified, authorities say

A confessed shooter involved in a deadly road rage incident from last spring in Golden Gate Estates will not be criminally charged.

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Pig parts found floating in Marco canal

Dead pigs or pig parts were found floating in a Marco Island canal, according to police.

1 person dead after scooter crash in Marco Island

One person is dead following in crash in Marco Island Thursday morning.

Dog’s best friend: Marco officer saves canine from canal

An officer with the Marco Island Police Department is being heralded for saving a dog from being swept away on New Year's Day.

Marco is only Florida city to host Vietnam wall

Marco Island will be the only Florida city in 2020 to host The Wall That Heals, according to a news release of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund.

Photos: Garden club plants tree on Florida Arbor Day

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In Brief: Historic milestones, change of watch

As 2020 begins, the Marco Island Historical Society (MIHS) celebrates many significant 2019 accomplishments.

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Senior Softball: Season off to competitive start

The league has four teams tied for first place in the Island Division: the Brewery, DaVinci’s, Dolphin Tiki, and Nacho Mama’s.

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Fishingcast: Conditions for Jan. 17-23

The week should start off just fine with nice mild winds and warm temperatures and good fishing conditions but come Monday it’s going to tank.

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Gardening: Caterpillar season can lead to unwelcome encounters

It is caterpillar season and if you love butterflies and are encouraging them in your yard this is an exciting time.

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On the Hook: Divide the tide and conquer

If all of you were ordered to forget all you know about salt water fishing except for one thing, what would it be?

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Burmese python caught on Marco Island

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3 To Know: New Everglades visitor center, more

Historic Everglades City has so many interesting places to see and things to do but where do we get information about them?

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3 To Know: Cancer death rate falls; more

Researchers on Wednesday reported the largest-ever one-year decline in the U.S. cancer death rate.

Senior Softball: Another decade of play begins

The Marco Island Senior Softball began its 21st season on Jan. 6 with approximately 200 participants in the league.

Fishingcast: Conditions for SWFL, Jan. 10-16

Maybe a good idea to take “climate change” for real after looking at the conditions and temperatures this week here on the Paradise Coast.

Gardening: January dos and don’ts

January is here, and we will still experience cold temperatures since it is the second coolest month of the year.

3 To Know: Parrot’s 911 call, more

You’ll now be able to order Little Caesars pizza without leaving the comfort of your home.

3 To Know: FSW will host water certification

Florida Southwestern State College is starting off 2020 with a new focus on water.

Environmental issues dominate the headlines

Environment news dominated the second half of 2019, putting to the test one of Marco's core principles: a world-class beach and natural environment.

Fishingcast: Conditions for Jan. 3-9

A good week of weather as we turn the corner into a new year. Predictions are for clear and warm temperatures through the week.

On the Hook: What gets in the way of fishing fun

We all know that sport fishing should be about fun. Plain unadulterated flat out fun.

3 To Know: Texting grace period nearly over

If you've received a warning by running afoul of the new Florida texting/driving laws, consider yourself lucky. Your grace period is expiring on New Year's Day.

Fishingcast: Conditions for SWFL, Dec. 27-Jan. 2

The red tide problem continues to plague the waters here on Marco Island.

2019 brings changes to leadership, landscape

This is the first of two parts, reviewing Marco Island's biggest headlines of 2019.

3 To Know: Egg recall, rains set record

Trader Joe's Egg Salad in 6-ounce quantities, as well as 20-ounce containers of Trader Joe's Old Fashioned Potato Salad ...

How did John Derrig get off the Brady List?

The findings of an arbitrator helped John Derrig not only get his job back twice but also get removed from the state attorney's do-not-subpoena list.

Marco Island police will carry Narcan

Families of Grace donated more than 20 doses of Narcan, designed to counteract an opioid overdose, to the Marco Island Police Department.

Needy families to benefit from annual Y tourney

It was the 25th tournament for the Y, which puts the money raised towards scholarships for children of families in need of programs and services.