July 6: State reports 57 new COVID-19 cases in Collier

On Monday, Collier's overall positivity rate increased to 13.51%, the highest its been since March 22 when it was 13.64% and the county had 33 cases

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July 6: Florida adds more than 6,300 COVID-19 cases, 47 deaths

The cumulative percentage of people testing positive for COVID-19 in Florida was 9.23% Monday, increasing for the 22nd consecutive day.

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Hurricane Center watching 3 systems in Atlantic basin

Showers and thunderstorms impacting North Florida as area of low pressure moves across state. Tropical development possible.

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How start-and-stop reopenings mess with your head amid COVID-19

Nearly half of states have halted their reopening plans as coronavirus surges. If you feel confused, frustrated and overwhelmed, you're not alone.

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Lee, Collier officials respond to survey on COVID-19 practices

As coronavirus cases skyrocket in Southwest Florida, a survey asked public officials who's been tested and about their safety practices. Only half responded to questions.

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Man captured in iconic 9/11 photo dies of coronavirus

Stephen Cooper was on his way to deliver documents near the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001, when he was captured in a famous photograph.

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DACA recipients still face uncertain future

Though the Supreme Court upheld the DACA program, uncertainty persists.

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Can stores make shoppers wear masks? Yes.

Businesses can require consumers to wear shirts, pants and shoes – but what about masks? Here's what shoppers need to know about face coverings.

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ICUs at capacity at 3 Southwest Florida hospitals

Overall, the region's hospitals are now at 82% capacity in their adult ICUs, the tracker showed. And the two largest hospital systems roughly doubled COVID-19-related hospitalizations in the past month.

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Candidate accused of misrepresenting education

State Attorney Amira Fox has asked for a criminal complaint against congressional candidate Casey Askar to be reassigned to another office.

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DeSantis vetoes $650K for Marco fire station

A $650,000 appropriation for the construction of Marco Island's main fire station was vetoed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.

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Florida’s layoff registry paints dark picture in SWFL, but it’s brightening

WARN notices show a slice of COVID-19's impact on Southwest Florida's economy.

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Councilor Roman: I will not run for reelection

Marco Island City Councilor Charlette Roman announced Monday via newsletter she will not run for reelection Nov. 3

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Marco penthouse and lot sell for more than $5M each

COVID-19 did not stop June record-breaking sales on Marco Island as a beachfront lot sold for $5.5 million and a penthouse sold for $5.125 million.

We looked at coronavirus in 8,500 ZIP codes across America. Here’s what we found.

USA TODAY analysis of COVID-19 infection rates at the ZIP code-level shows how the virus has spread rapidly, but unevenly, across the U.S.

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What’s the real flood danger in Florida? New data shows the risk

Some federal flood maps haven’t been updated in years. This nationwide flood risk tool includes projections to 2050.

Marco Island urged to reconsider license plate reader plan

New Civil Liberties Alliance has urged the city of Marco Island to reconsider its plan to put license plate readers on the Jolley and Goodland bridges.

Marco’s Fire Station 50 draws more debate

Chairman Erik Brechnitz instructed the city manager to evaluate the cost of adding an owner's representative to the construction of Fire Station 50.

Photos: Beach memorial

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July 4: State reports 180 new COVID-19 cases in Collier

The Florida Department of Health reported 180 new cases of COVID-19 in Collier. County's death roll remains at 85.

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Collier clerk’s office cleaned after employee tests positive for COVID-19

A floor of the Collier administrative building on the county's main campus was disinfected this week after a clerk employee tested positive for COVID-19.

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July 2: State reports 163 new COVID-19 cases, 1 more death in Collier

On Thursday, Collier's overall positivity rate increased to 12.92%, the highest its been since March 22 when it was 13.64% and the county had 33 cases.

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Experts warn public be wary of antibody testing for COVID-19

The results are prompting physicians to speculate many are seeking the test for a false sense of security when more research is needed.

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Gardening: Summer rains and your yard

Second only to August, July is one of the hottest months with high temperatures averaging 90 degrees and lows averaging 75 degrees.

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Fourth of July weekend won’t attract as many visitors to SWFL this weekend

SWFL will see a quieter holiday weekend due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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July 1: State reports 151 new COVID-19 cases, 7 more deaths in Collier

The 151 new COVID-19 cases resulted from a total of 624 tests reported Wednesday by the state for Collier. That's a positivity rate of 24.2%.

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Collier restricts weekend beach hours, parking starting Friday

Commissioners Tuesday voted 3-2 to close beaches from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends, including Friday ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.

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June 30: State reports 78 new COVID-19 cases, 3 more deaths in Collier

The 78 new COVID-19 cases resulted from a total of additional 437 tests reported Tuesday by the state for Collier. That's a positivity rate of 17.8%.

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June 29: State reports 60 additional COVID-19 cases in Collier

Collier ended the month of May with a total of 1,539 COVID-19 cases. So far, there have been 2,608 cases reported in June, an increase of 169.5%.

June 28: State reports 121 additional COVID-19 cases, one new death in Collier

The Florida Department of Health reported a total number of 4,087 cases of COVID-19 and one new death in Collier County.

June 27: State reports 178 new COVID-19 cases, no new deaths in Collier

The Florida Department of Health reported a total number of 3,966 cases of COVID-19 and no new deaths in Collier County.

Florida bans drinking at bars again as COVID-19 cases spike

The Department of Business and Professional Regulation on Friday announced it was suspending on-premise consumption of alcohol at bars statewide.

June 26: State reports record 257 new COVID-19 cases, no deaths in Collier

The Florida Department of Health reported a total number of 3,778 cases of COVID-19 and no new deaths in Collier County.

June 25: State reports record 65 new COVID-19 cases, 3 deaths in Collier

The Florida Department of Health reported a total number of 3,521 cases of COVID-19 and three deaths in Collier County.

Gardening: Dealing with Ganoderma butt rot

Ganoderma butt rot is a widespread palm disease affecting trees all over Marco Island and the southeastern United States.

June 24: State reports record 81 new COVID-19 cases, two deaths in Collier

The Florida Department of Health reported a total number of 3,456 cases of COVID-19 and 67 deaths in Collier County.

How Collier summer school looks amid the coronavirus pandemic

Summer school sessions vary by program and student needs.

Collier discusses CARES Act dollars for education, masks, nonprofits

Collier expects to receive an initial $16.8 million in CARES Act funds. No official decisions were made by the county yet on how the dollars will be used.

June 23: State reports record 169 new COVID-19 cases in Collier

The Florida Department of Health reported a total number of 3,375 cases of COVID-19 and 65 deaths in Collier County.

May wasn’t a good month for tourism in Collier County. But it was better than in April

The tourism industry struggled in May. But May was better than April.