Policies that caused Parkland spread nationwide

The Parkland shooter never should have been in the same school as my daughter. But his misbehavior and warning signs went unpunished and ignored.

by Andrew Pollack  | 6 days ago

Letters to the Editor, Sept. 6

With his constant attacks on Congress, his racism, bullying and incredible cruelty to others, he hurts my heart as well as my sensibilities.

‘Red flag’ laws won’t work in our flawed world

Abuse of power is inevitable if the government can confiscate firearms from citizens who aren't charged with crimes or diagnosed with mental illness.

by Jim DeMint  | 6 days ago

2020 is a referendum on Trump, Dems. Full stop.

Tough love for my Democratic friends: All their 2020 nominee needs is a short, pithy slogan and the ability to cure the infection Trump has given us.

Go easy on James Mattis and his new book

Former Secretary of Defense James Mattis did a lot to temper the president. Attacking him in this instance may not be the right move.

Protect capitalism from capitalists: Our view

Top CEOs have redefined the purpose of a corporation. They now should also acknowledge that the biggest threat to capitalism is capitalists: Our view

Letters to the Editor, Aug. 30

There is little truly rural these days in Florida. Anything resembling “wild” really isn’t.

Guest Column: Democratic Women greet Passidomo

Florida Senate Majority Leader Kathleen Passidomo was given a warm welcome when meeting with the Democratic Women’s Club of Marco on Tuesday, Aug. 13.

Letters to the Editor, Aug. 27

As students and teachers return to classrooms, here are some facts to digest.

Gardening: Don’t let bugs and weeds take over

August is here and temperatures this month will have highs of about 90-95 and lows in the mid-70s.

Letters to the Editor, Aug. 23

This is a big topic on Marco Island lately and it has not gone unnoticed.

When my students turn out moral, I’m shocked

In a world that rewards selfishness, how did my student become a person of principle? And how can our schools lead more students in that direction?

Grifoni: Rollback rate means no tax increase

Over the past few months, the city has been working on the Fiscal 2020 budget.

With hurricane season upon us, kindness counts

For those of us who stayed put, the week immediately following Hurricane Irma was especially humbling, as we scrambled for fresh water, ice, food and peace of mind.

Guest Commentary: What ‘Keep the Chief’ means

There is no election, but Marco Island residents may be approached to place a “Keep the Chief” sign in their yard.

Batte: Do the right thing Marco City Council

Police Chief Al Schettino and his police officers were there for us during the disastrous hurricane Irma.

Bookworm: From the bizarre to the empowering

You hate to admit it. The truth is, though, you got bored a few times this past summer.

Pharmacist: 9 reasons to eat pumpkin seeds

Pumpkins can be white, yellow or green. They’re not all orange! Did you know Antartica is the only country that can’t grow a pumpkin?

Bookworm: History in the making

Three months from now, you’ll be making a list and checking it twice.

Pharmacist: Natural remedies to treat psoriasis

Many people take “biologic” drugs that have anti-inflammatory actions on the body and reduce the symptoms of auto-immune conditions.

Bookworm: Wandering pets and wayward readers

The panic can’t be described. Your dog is missing. How did he get out? Where did she go?

Pharmacist: Some generics not up to snuff

I’ve always been a proponent for generic medications because they are more affordable and supposedly contain the same biologically active ingredient.

Letters to the Editor, Aug. 16

If you support President Trump, you are a racist and responsible for the mass killing in El Paso.

Bookworm: More ‘Sex in the City’

Dance club or intimate restaurant? He picks you up, or you meet him there? Fine dining, quiet walks, an adventure outing or all of the above?

Ask The Pharmacist: How to survive on prescribed opioids

If you require opioid medications, there are three important tips you should know.

Letters to the Editor, Aug. 9

What is wrong with people?

Bookworm: Family heartbreak and horror

The scandal seems just too good to ignore...

Pharmacist: You can order your own lab tests

I am thrilled to tell you that you can test yourself for pretty much anything!

Letters to the Editor, Aug. 2

To whom it may concern and the people of Marco Island: Planning Board member Joe “Vote No” Rola is at it again.

Bookworm: Footprints in the sand

It’s sunny, the water’s warm, and yay! You’re at the beach. The waves are perfect for splashing and the sand is wet in some places and dry in others.

Gardening: Dealing with summer weeds

Recent rains caused a flush of growth in the garden that will continue through September.

Pharmacist: MRI dye accumulates in brain

Gadolinium is a silvery-white heavy metal that is injected into the body through a vein and it is a contrast dye.

Letters to the Editor, July 26

Recently, you published my letter regarding water quality issues at the Tigertail lagoon.

Bookworm: King and his court; upwardly mobile

Cherry, cherry, cherry. That’s what you want to see, as you reach for the lever and take another spin.

Ask the Pharmacist: 5 reasons not to supplement with vitamin K

Vitamin D makers sometimes add vitamin K to their vitamin D formulas, providing both of these nutrients at the same time.

Letters to the Editor, July 19

Marco is to be congratulated! We set an all-time record for nitrogen in our waterways for 2018.

Gardening: Enjoy the colors of the tropics

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

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.

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.

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.