Dozens of dead fish found on Marco Island

Dozens of dead fish washed ashore Wednesday on Marco Island as government agencies alerted of high levels of the organism that causes the red tide.

Audubon: Realtor put mothballs into owl burrow

The owls apparently survived and one of them was banded for research by Audubon Western Everglades, according to the news release.

Marco policeman was demoted days before resigning

Brian Granneman was one of the four now-former officers recently named in a prospective lawsuit against the city.

Planning Board postpones new sign regulation

Planning Board approved a motion to postpone the discussion of an ordinance regulating temporary signs in the public right-of-way.

Marco City Council sets legislative priorities

Marco City Council approved Friday a motion to set legislative priorities for its Tallahassee lobbyist, seeking over $1 million from the state.

Marco police deny request for alleged nonexistent report

Marco Island police are citing a public records exemption for a report a prospective lawsuit alleges doesn't exist.

Marco cop tied to trafficking complaint resigns

Officer Brian Granneman has tendered his resignation, Police Chief Tracy Frazzano wrote in an email to police staff Thursday evening.

Allegations against Marco police to be investigated

Marco city officials have said they will investigate the allegations outlined in a sex abuse and trafficking complaint against the police department.

Upgrades coming to Collier Blvd.

For islanders who have been bounced around while driving down State Road 951, relief is on the way – just not right away.

City wants Madeira, contractor on ‘short leash’

The City of Marco wants to keep the Madeira condo association and RR Restoration on "short leash" after they did not deliver a dune restoration plan.

Marco officer placed on paid leave pending investigation

The city of Marco Island has placed officer John Derrig on paid leave after it opened an internal affair investigation Monday.

Marco police clerk sues city in federal court

A lawsuit filed in federal court claims Marco Island's police records clerk was subject to discrimination, harassment and intimidation.

Second dredging proposed for Tigertail Lagoon

A non-profit proposed Wednesday a second dredging of Tigertail Lagoon after studies show it is becoming shallower, putting its ecosystem at risk.

Marco Island City Council approves 2020 budget

The Marco Island City Council approved Monday the 2020 budget and mileage rate. Legal services budget increased by over 38 percent.

Project moves onto island for final phase

When the Marco Shores Alternative Water Project is complete, early next year, you won’t notice a thing different.

Major upgrades underway at Marco’s airport

Marco Island’s airport is having $13 million spent to upgrade its facilities.

Fishingcast: Conditions for SWFL, Oct. 19-25

Well as they say the “beat goes on” the shoreline from south of Marco is exploding in red tide immersion.

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Dead sea turtle washed ashore on Marco Island

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Gardening: Time to fertilize; here’s all you need to know

It is time to think about fertilizing your shrubs, trees and lawns. Our sandy soil allows nutrients to readily leach from the soil.

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3 To Know: Wawa opens Thursday, more

Wawa recently announced that with its 200th store in Florida launching in South Naples on Oct. 17.

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3 To Know: Kiwanis recognizes students, more

Kiwanis Club of Marco Island, founded in 1993, is a very active service club dedicated to improving the world, one child and one community at a time.

Briefs: Love of Cats, Berkshire, more

Florida Trend’s 2019 Best Companies to Work For list has been released with Eagle Creek Golf & Country Club.

Marco firefighter retires, 23 years of service

Fishingcast: Conditions for Southwest Florida, October 11-18

Overwhelming the other weather factors this week is the adverse effect of the red tide arrival along the Southwest Florida shoreline.

On the Hook: Softer side of fishing

“OK if I bring the Missus, on the trip, she just wants to take pictures and see some dolphins?”

Dozens of fish, turtle found dead on Marco

Marco schools win big at cross country invitational

Marco Island teams won first place in the boys varsity high school and middle school races, third in the girls varsity middle school race on Oct. 5.

Marco teams win at cross country invitational

Red tide: Respiratory irritation possible from Bonita Beach to Marco Island

Respiratory irritation is possible from Bonita Beach to Marco Island through the weekend due to red tide, according to a Collier County report.

Threat to Marco Island school is ‘non-credible’

A threat of violence against Marco Island Charter Middle School is non-credible, according to the Marco Island Police Department.

Become a better boater with course

America’s Boating Club – Marco Island (ABClub-MI) recently announced its boating education program for the 2019-20 season.

Fishingcast: Conditions for Southwest Florida, Oct. 4-10

Looks like fall has taken hold here as the weather this week holds to the seasonal changes.

MIPD officer, Patriots send supplies to Bahamas

Marco Island Police officer Josh Ferris teamed up with Marco Patriots to transport generators, grills and propane to Bahamas.

Collier County gives group 60-day extension to maintain Golden Gate golf course

Golden Gate Golf Club is still closed, but also still has life. Last week, Collier County Commissioners approved a 60-day extension for Kova Golf Management and The First Tee of Naples/Collier to maintain the facility.

Photos: Estuaries Day at Rookery Bay, 2019

MIPD officer, Patriots send supplies to Bahamas

MIPD officer, Patriots team up for Bahamas

MIPD officer Josh Ferris has been to Bahamas many times as part of Crossing For Cystic Fibrosis, a paddle race from the Bahamas to Florida.

3 To Know: Nominations sought

Do you know someone deserving of recognition? Has he or she made a positive impact on the community?

News Briefs: Arts Center joins reciprocal museum program, more

Marco Island Center for the Arts recently announced that it has joined NARM (North American Reciprocal Museum) Association.

Gardening: The spectacular century plant

The century plant (Agave Americana) is an agave that is native to Mexico but is now found worldwide.