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Former Lely standout faces charges in S. Carolina

Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2008

Former Lely High School football player Sam Baptiste was among four Charleston Southern University football players arrested in North Charleston, S.C., on Monday night, according to the Associated Press.
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Thanksgiving: Islanders serve food, tennis balls

Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008

Marco Island is serving up a canned food drive and a team tennis match for Thanksgiving this year. Full story »

Marco residents assist in plans for Veterans’ Community Park

Monday, Nov. 10, 2008

Many Marco residents may have thought they cast their final ballot of the year on Super Tuesday, however about 50 Marco residents cast their votes on another ballot Thursday evening — this one pertaining to plans for the new Veterans’ Community Park. Full story »

Marco bids farewell to parks and recreation director

Monday, Nov. 3, 2008

The community began hosting formal farewells for Parks and Recreation Director Dana Souza Thursday with an evening in his honor hosted by Leadership Marco members. Other farewell events are also scheduled before Souza's last day with the city Nov. 14.
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Eye on Y: Oktoberfest a success, more events coming

Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008

Last Sunday will remain memorable for area residents and visitors to our little piece of paradise as the 2008 version of Oktoberfest was held at the Esplanade. Why was this event memorable? Full story »

Design plans begin for Veterans' Community Park

Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008

It’s been in the works for at least four years and the time has finally arrived for the Marco Island community to plan for their newest park, the 6.8-acre Veterans’ Community Park on West Elkcam Circle. Full story »

Eye on Y: Busy weekend in Marco, courtesy of your Y

Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008

The Greater Marco Family YMCA has some exciting programs coming up for the second half of October and also some free classes for you. Full story »

Eye on the Y: October, the month of changes

Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008

October is known as the month of changes. Changes in weather will bring to us cooler temperatures and less humidity. Further changes include shorter hours of sunlight (time change will be 2 a.m. on Nov. 1) and putting away the shorts and getting out the long pants and windbreakers. Full story »

Eye on the Y: October is better at the Y

Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008

The month of October has taken off with a bang. Full story »

Eye on the Y: YMCA celebrates Oktober!

Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008

It is time for Oktoberfest! Held Oct. 26 at the beautiful Esplanade, located on North Collier Blvd, the fundraiser for the Y will be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. for everyone to enjoy. Full story »

Eye on the Y: Welcome October at the YMCA

Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008

It’s a great time to be on Marco Island! We are all looking forward to the month of October, the weather will start changing, the snow birds will be returning and many new programs will begin. Full story »

Y has new program, coordinator

Monday, Sept. 22, 2008

It won’t be the Tour de France, but Islanders certainly will get cardiovascular exercise in the new indoor cycling classes, which begin on Monday at the YMCA. Full story »

Local Recreation Schedule: September 22, 2008

Monday, Sept. 22, 2008

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Local Recreation Schedule: September 15, 2008

Monday, Sept. 15, 2008

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Eye on the Y: Y don’t you join the Y?

Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008

Another fun and exciting week of activities here at the Greater Marco Family YMCA. September is “Member Get a Member” month. Bring in a friend and when they join in September you both will receive a free gift! A great looking tote bag available in various colors. Full story »

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