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VISIT TO THE WALL THAT HEALS HAS SPECIAL MEANING Marco’s Frank Keefer is a soft-spoken man, b ut he’s a war hero with two Purple Hearts who was offered a rare battlefield commission in the Marines during the Vietnam War. The last time The Wall That Heals was on Marco Island, Keefer decided to visit. He has a number of comrades who are among those honored on the wall. But his memories of one of the soldiers are especially strong. READING THE RED AND GREEN CHANNEL MARKERS By Capt. Carl Kelly. Red and green channel markers line both sides of the safely navigable water in passes and the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). Green marks are always square and odd numbered (1, 3, 5, etc.); red marks are always triangular and even numbered. LOBSTER IMMERSION LOBSTER FOOD TRUCK Looking for a lobster immersion lunch, everybody ordered something with lobster. Mary Aronin ordered a cup of the lobster bisque, three lobster tacos and for $4.00 extra lobster meat. CONDOMINIUMS' RIGHTS TO APPROVE TRANSFERS A condominium association’s right to approve sales or leases is almost mythical. Most people believe associations have an inherent right to approve sales or leases, but that is not the case. BUYER INSPECTION RIGHTS ARE GOVERNED The rule of caveat emptor — let the buyer beware — applied to residential real estate sales in Florida until the Florida Supreme Court decided Johnson v. Davis in 1985. In that case, the Davis es bought the Johnsons home. Before the Davises made an additional $26,000 deposit under contract, Mrs. Davis noticed buckling and peeling plaster around the corner of a window and stains on the THE PYRAMID OF CAPE ROMANO lanai and the “front yard” boasted over 2,000 feet of beach. Without any power lines or water, they relied on alternative sources. When it came to this, “my husband was a genius,” states Judy. IN MEMORY OF ROY EATON N aples writer Roy Eaton passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 15, 2019. Roy was a beloved teacher and coach for over 25 years. A talented writer and author, Roy was a valued contributor and dear friend to Coastal Breeze News and its staff. THE STORY OF LIEUTENANT CLAYTON SMITH Last week a dark cloud of sadness covered Marco Island as the word regarding the loss of Police Lt. Clayton Smith began to move through the island as a result of an off-duty motor vehicle accident.. Lt. Smith departed P.D. Headquarters on Wednesday evening and proceed westbound on San Marco Road and begin to pass through the intersection of South Heathwood Drive only two blocks CAPTAIN RAPPS' SMOKED KING MACKEREL FISH DIP National Park, and springtime tarpon-only charters in the Florida Keys. Capt. Rapps’ top-notch fleet accommodates men, women and children of all ages, experienced or not.

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VISIT TO THE WALL THAT HEALS HAS SPECIAL MEANING Marco’s Frank Keefer is a soft-spoken man, b ut he’s a war hero with two Purple Hearts who was offered a rare battlefield commission in the Marines during the Vietnam War. The last time The Wall That Heals was on Marco Island, Keefer decided to visit. He has a number of comrades who are among those honored on the wall. But his memories of one of the soldiers are especially strong. READING THE RED AND GREEN CHANNEL MARKERS By Capt. Carl Kelly. Red and green channel markers line both sides of the safely navigable water in passes and the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). Green marks are always square and odd numbered (1, 3, 5, etc.); red marks are always triangular and even numbered. LOBSTER IMMERSION LOBSTER FOOD TRUCK Looking for a lobster immersion lunch, everybody ordered something with lobster. Mary Aronin ordered a cup of the lobster bisque, three lobster tacos and for $4.00 extra lobster meat. CONDOMINIUMS' RIGHTS TO APPROVE TRANSFERS A condominium association’s right to approve sales or leases is almost mythical. Most people believe associations have an inherent right to approve sales or leases, but that is not the case. BUYER INSPECTION RIGHTS ARE GOVERNED The rule of caveat emptor — let the buyer beware — applied to residential real estate sales in Florida until the Florida Supreme Court decided Johnson v. Davis in 1985. In that case, the Davis es bought the Johnsons home. Before the Davises made an additional $26,000 deposit under contract, Mrs. Davis noticed buckling and peeling plaster around the corner of a window and stains on the THE PYRAMID OF CAPE ROMANO lanai and the “front yard” boasted over 2,000 feet of beach. Without any power lines or water, they relied on alternative sources. When it came to this, “my husband was a genius,” states Judy. IN MEMORY OF ROY EATON N aples writer Roy Eaton passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 15, 2019. Roy was a beloved teacher and coach for over 25 years. A talented writer and author, Roy was a valued contributor and dear friend to Coastal Breeze News and its staff. THE STORY OF LIEUTENANT CLAYTON SMITH Last week a dark cloud of sadness covered Marco Island as the word regarding the loss of Police Lt. Clayton Smith began to move through the island as a result of an off-duty motor vehicle accident.. Lt. Smith departed P.D. Headquarters on Wednesday evening and proceed westbound on San Marco Road and begin to pass through the intersection of South Heathwood Drive only two blocks CAPTAIN RAPPS' SMOKED KING MACKEREL FISH DIP National Park, and springtime tarpon-only charters in the Florida Keys. Capt. Rapps’ top-notch fleet accommodates men, women and children of all ages, experienced or not. ACTIVITIES AT THE WOMAN'S CLUB Debbie Rago, President of the Marco Island Woman’s Club, has announced that the Club will hold its first “in person” monthly luncheon and meeting since last March on Wednesday, April 7th, 11:30 AM at the MI Yacht Club, following the Yacht Club’s safe dining COVID protocols—social distance seating and mingling and masks for servers and patrons. WALKER MARINE GROUP SOLD OneWater Marine, Inc., a publicly traded company on NASDAQ, announce d last week the acquisition of Walker Marine Group, owned by James Walker here on Marco Island. They are acquiring all of the sales of new and use d marine craft, as well as the entire service and parts operations which were part of the Walker Group. Walker will maintain ownership of the properties which are part of the VISIT TO THE WALL THAT HEALS HAS SPECIAL MEANING Marco’s Frank Keefer is a soft-spoken man, b ut he’s a war hero with two Purple Hearts who was offered a rare battlefield commission in the Marines during the Vietnam War. The last time The Wall That Heals was on Marco Island, Keefer decided to visit. He has a number of comrades who are among those honored on the wall. But his memories of one of the soldiers are especially strong. MARCO'S GREYSTONE MANOR Greystone Manor offers a grand Venetian palazzo lifestyle in a modern manor setting with over the top "wow" factors in its architectural details and location. Located on 1690 Copeland Drive THE PYRAMID OF CAPE ROMANO lanai and the “front yard” boasted over 2,000 feet of beach. Without any power lines or water, they relied on alternative sources. When it came to this, “my husband was a genius,” states Judy. FLORIDA'S ORNAMENTAL GRASSES This one is a winner. Red Fountain Grass (Pennisetum setaceum) Red to burgundy leaves and plumes reach heights of six feet with this grass. There is a Rubrum compact species which only grows one to two feet in height. It is drought tolerant and will even take a frost. THE STORY OF LIEUTENANT CLAYTON SMITH Last week a dark cloud of sadness covered Marco Island as the word regarding the loss of Police Lt. Clayton Smith began to move through the island as a result of an off-duty motor vehicle accident.. Lt. Smith departed P.D. Headquarters on Wednesday evening and proceed westbound on San Marco Road and begin to pass through the intersection of South Heathwood Drive only two blocks THE STORY OF EDGAR J. WATSON The Everglades and Ten Thousand Islands are both vast, beautiful and unique. The Ten Thousand Islands that surround the island of Chokoloskee, however, hold mysterious disappearances, ancient Calusa native burial grounds, and were once home to businessman and serial

killer, Edgar J.

THE ­SKUNK APE AN EVERGLADES LEGEND The Shealy family own and operate the Skunk Ape Headquarters located in Ochopee, Florida, which is about a 10-minute drive from Everglades City, and it is one of the most fascinating roadside attractions the Everglades has to offer. TAKE A HIKE: SAND DOLLAR ISLAND IS WAITING FOR YOU TO PROTECTING & PRESERVING Nancy Richie NRichie@cityofmarcoisland.com. Take a hike and explore one of the most beautiful ecosystems in southwest Florida, walking from Tigertail Beach Park parking lot on the new boardwalk, through the tunnel of mangroves, around the southern end of the Tigertail Lagoon, then heading north to the very tip of Sand Dollar Island “spit” that curls around toward

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MARCO'S GREYSTONE MANOR Greystone Manor offers a grand Venetian palazzo lifestyle in a modern manor setting with over the top "wow" factors in its architectural details and location. Located on 1690 Copeland Drive SANIBEL, CAPTIVA AND GASPARILLA ISLANDS By Frances Diebler. Captiva Island and Sanibel Island are often referred to in the same phrase as if they are sister islands. There are similarities between the two islands and therefore it is hard to

separate them.

STORIES FROM CHOKOLOSKEE ISLAND There are a lot of people that I admire in my life, but one of the most treasured is my U ncle Arvid.I love visiting him because I always end up asking him questions and hearing stories about his life. Just the other day, I was sitting with him on his back porch in Chokoloskee where we watched the Pelicans swoop down over the bay.I began asking him questions about his life growing up on LOBSTER IMMERSION LOBSTER FOOD TRUCK Looking for a lobster immersion lunch, everybody ordered something with lobster. Mary Aronin ordered a cup of the lobster bisque, three lobster tacos and for $4.00 extra lobster meat. CONDOMINIUMS' RIGHTS TO APPROVE TRANSFERS A condominium association’s right to approve sales or leases is almost mythical. Most people believe associations have an inherent right to approve sales or leases, but that is not the case. EAGLE CREEK GOVERNMENT SERVICES SATELLITE OFFICE Collier County Tax Collector Larry Ray and Collier County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Crystal K. Kinzel are pleased to announce the relocation of the Eagle Creek Government Services Satellite Office to a larger location. CARVELLI RESTAURANT GROUP The Community Scene from Marco Island! Submitted Photo | Carvelli Restaurant Group is feeding the first response crew: police daily, fire (as they request) and nurses daily. READING THE RED AND GREEN CHANNEL MARKERS By Capt. Carl Kelly. Red and green channel markers line both sides of the safely navigable water in passes and the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). Green marks are always square and odd numbered (1, 3, 5, etc.); red marks are always triangular and even numbered. TOURING JAMES V. MUDD EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER enforcement, health services, fire services, there are dedicated areas for the Coast Guard and the Civil Air Patrol, just to name a few. Federal teams can be upstairs in the mezzanine but control remains under local authority.

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MARCO'S GREYSTONE MANOR Greystone Manor offers a grand Venetian palazzo lifestyle in a modern manor setting with over the top "wow" factors in its architectural details and location. Located on 1690 Copeland Drive SANIBEL, CAPTIVA AND GASPARILLA ISLANDS By Frances Diebler. Captiva Island and Sanibel Island are often referred to in the same phrase as if they are sister islands. There are similarities between the two islands and therefore it is hard to

separate them.

STORIES FROM CHOKOLOSKEE ISLAND There are a lot of people that I admire in my life, but one of the most treasured is my U ncle Arvid.I love visiting him because I always end up asking him questions and hearing stories about his life. Just the other day, I was sitting with him on his back porch in Chokoloskee where we watched the Pelicans swoop down over the bay.I began asking him questions about his life growing up on LOBSTER IMMERSION LOBSTER FOOD TRUCK Looking for a lobster immersion lunch, everybody ordered something with lobster. Mary Aronin ordered a cup of the lobster bisque, three lobster tacos and for $4.00 extra lobster meat. CONDOMINIUMS' RIGHTS TO APPROVE TRANSFERS A condominium association’s right to approve sales or leases is almost mythical. Most people believe associations have an inherent right to approve sales or leases, but that is not the case. EAGLE CREEK GOVERNMENT SERVICES SATELLITE OFFICE Collier County Tax Collector Larry Ray and Collier County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Crystal K. Kinzel are pleased to announce the relocation of the Eagle Creek Government Services Satellite Office to a larger location. CARVELLI RESTAURANT GROUP The Community Scene from Marco Island! Submitted Photo | Carvelli Restaurant Group is feeding the first response crew: police daily, fire (as they request) and nurses daily. READING THE RED AND GREEN CHANNEL MARKERS By Capt. Carl Kelly. Red and green channel markers line both sides of the safely navigable water in passes and the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). Green marks are always square and odd numbered (1, 3, 5, etc.); red marks are always triangular and even numbered. TOURING JAMES V. MUDD EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER enforcement, health services, fire services, there are dedicated areas for the Coast Guard and the Civil Air Patrol, just to name a few. Federal teams can be upstairs in the mezzanine but control remains under local authority.

MARCO ISLAND

Marco Island has been dealing with an issue that goes back to its incorporation as a city, but councilors before today, and even today, have struggled with the issue of short-term rentals. ACTIVITIES AT THE WOMAN'S CLUB Debbie Rago, President of the Marco Island Woman’s Club, has announced that the Club will hold its first “in person” monthly luncheon and meeting since last March on Wednesday, April 7th, 11:30 AM at the MI Yacht Club, following the Yacht Club’s safe dining COVID protocols—social distance seating and mingling and masks for servers and patrons. BUSINESSMAN ANNOUNCES PROJECT On the last Saturday of February, as a result of posters placed in strategic places on the island, there was a huge turnout to listen to the plans that John Rogers and his partners had in store for changes on the Isles of Capri. FLORIDA'S ORNAMENTAL GRASSES This one is a winner. Red Fountain Grass (Pennisetum setaceum) Red to burgundy leaves and plumes reach heights of six feet with this grass. There is a Rubrum compact species which only grows one to two feet in height. It is drought tolerant and will even take a frost. CARVELLI RESTAURANT GROUP The Community Scene from Marco Island! Submitted Photo | Carvelli Restaurant Group is feeding the first response crew: police daily, fire (as they request) and nurses daily. THE PYRAMID OF CAPE ROMANO lanai and the “front yard” boasted over 2,000 feet of beach. Without any power lines or water, they relied on alternative sources. When it came to this, “my husband was a genius,” states Judy. GENERATIONS OF ITERATIONS Al ex was no stranger to fine dining as she managed the Bel-Air restaurant in Los Angeles for many years. Located in the oldest area of Beverly Hills, the Hotel Bel-Air has entertained the rich and famous, including stars, presidents and dignitaries from all over the

world.

THE STORY OF LIEUTENANT CLAYTON SMITH Last week a dark cloud of sadness covered Marco Island as the word regarding the loss of Police Lt. Clayton Smith began to move through the island as a result of an off-duty motor vehicle accident.. Lt. Smith departed P.D. Headquarters on Wednesday evening and proceed westbound on San Marco Road and begin to pass through the intersection of South Heathwood Drive only two blocks YOU WANT TO BUILD A HOUSE BUT OWLS ARE ON YOUR LOT The presence of burrowing owls on your property does NOT prevent you from selling the property or building a home. Burrowing owls are a protected species, but there is a safe, easy and legal process to remove burrows from your property prior to construction. DEDICATION OF THE NEW SPAN OF THE JOLLEY BRIDGE recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. Dr. William Trotter, member of Council and the Metropolitan Planning Organization praised the determined efforts of the late Michael Minozzi, who urged the MPO to recognize the need to fund a new bridge to Marco Island.

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IN MEMORY OF CHARLES BERNARD GOLD The Coastal Breeze News mourns the loss of Charles Bernard Gold (1947

- 2021).

COLLIER COUNTY GETS PROJECT MONEY The Collier County Board of Commissioners heard the After-Action Report during their meeting on May 11th. Get all the details by reading the full article here.

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Can cognitive training reduce one’s risk of dementia? On June 10, the Alzheimer’s Association will address this topic with “Training the Brain: What Research Tells Us,” a virtual program that will explore the latest advancements in Alzheimer’s and dementia research, including initial findings from the University of South Florida’s Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training LOVING MEMORY OF JOHN ROBERT KENDALL The Coastal Breeze News mourns the loss of John Robert Kendall (April

28, 2021).

ACTIVITIES AT THE WOMAN'S CLUB Debbie Rago, President of the Marco Island Woman’s Club, has announced that the Club will hold its first “in person” monthly luncheon and meeting since last March on Wednesday, April 7th, 11:30 AM at the MI Yacht Club, following the Yacht Club’s safe dining COVID protocols—social distance seating and mingling and masks for servers and patrons. CONDOMINIUMS' RIGHTS TO APPROVE TRANSFERS A condominium association’s right to approve sales or leases is almost mythical. Most people believe associations have an inherent right to approve sales or leases, but that is not the case. REAL ESTATE DEPOSITS My Fiance and I just signed a contract on a town home that was being sold “as is”the seller did not want to do any work. We were allowed an inspection to see how much work was neededthe report came back with 3 rotted out decks, two large picture windows needed replacement, central air old and broken, numerous electrical violations plus many more smaller issuesall totaling over READING THE RED AND GREEN CHANNEL MARKERS By Capt. Carl Kelly. Red and green channel markers line both sides of the safely navigable water in passes and the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). Green marks are always square and odd numbered (1, 3, 5, etc.); red marks are always triangular and even numbered. DUI ARREST FOR VISITING OFFICER A possible tragedy may have been prevented when Marco Island Police Officers stopped a vehicle on North Barfield Drive in the vicinity of Martinique Court early on Thursday morning last week.

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IN MEMORY OF CHARLES BERNARD GOLD The Coastal Breeze News mourns the loss of Charles Bernard Gold (1947

- 2021).

COLLIER COUNTY GETS PROJECT MONEY The Collier County Board of Commissioners heard the After-Action Report during their meeting on May 11th. Get all the details by reading the full article here.

MARCO ISLAND

Can cognitive training reduce one’s risk of dementia? On June 10, the Alzheimer’s Association will address this topic with “Training the Brain: What Research Tells Us,” a virtual program that will explore the latest advancements in Alzheimer’s and dementia research, including initial findings from the University of South Florida’s Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training LOVING MEMORY OF JOHN ROBERT KENDALL The Coastal Breeze News mourns the loss of John Robert Kendall (April

28, 2021).

CEREMONY AT SAN MARCO CATHOLIC CHURCH The Catholic Council of Women presented their Traditional May Crowning Ceremony, honoring Our Most Blessed Mother, on this Mother's Day, May

9,

ACTIVITIES AT THE WOMAN'S CLUB Debbie Rago, President of the Marco Island Woman’s Club, has announced that the Club will hold its first “in person” monthly luncheon and meeting since last March on Wednesday, April 7th, 11:30 AM at the MI Yacht Club, following the Yacht Club’s safe dining COVID protocols—social distance seating and mingling and masks for servers and patrons. CONDOMINIUMS' RIGHTS TO APPROVE TRANSFERS A condominium association’s right to approve sales or leases is almost mythical. Most people believe associations have an inherent right to approve sales or leases, but that is not the case. REAL ESTATE DEPOSITS My Fiance and I just signed a contract on a town home that was being sold “as is”the seller did not want to do any work. We were allowed an inspection to see how much work was neededthe report came back with 3 rotted out decks, two large picture windows needed replacement, central air old and broken, numerous electrical violations plus many more smaller issuesall totaling over READING THE RED AND GREEN CHANNEL MARKERS By Capt. Carl Kelly. Red and green channel markers line both sides of the safely navigable water in passes and the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). Green marks are always square and odd numbered (1, 3, 5, etc.); red marks are always triangular and even numbered.

MARCO ISLAND

Can cognitive training reduce one’s risk of dementia? On June 10, the Alzheimer’s Association will address this topic with “Training the Brain: What Research Tells Us,” a virtual program that will explore the latest advancements in Alzheimer’s and dementia research, including initial findings from the University of South Florida’s Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training AD RATES | COASTAL BREEZE NEWS Classifieds Two line ads up to 20 words each are free. Extra runs, additional words or features are extra. Call for a quote or find the form online at Coastalbreezenews.com ACTIVITIES AT THE WOMAN'S CLUB Debbie Rago, President of the Marco Island Woman’s Club, has announced that the Club will hold its first “in person” monthly luncheon and meeting since last March on Wednesday, April 7th, 11:30 AM at the MI Yacht Club, following the Yacht Club’s safe dining COVID protocols—social distance seating and mingling and masks for servers and patrons. MARCO'S GREYSTONE MANOR The Roma Crema marble floor complements the rich earthy tones of the surrounding walls. The leaded glass windows and archways leading into the private quarters providing utmost privacy for the Master Suite

wing.

HUNTING FOR FUN

Some Marco realtors took a break from racing to keep pace with the island’s red hot residential market to have some fun by participating in a good, old-fashioned scavenger hunt. READING THE RED AND GREEN CHANNEL MARKERS By Capt. Carl Kelly. Red and green channel markers line both sides of the safely navigable water in passes and the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). Green marks are always square and odd numbered (1, 3, 5, etc.); red marks are always triangular and even numbered. THE PYRAMID OF CAPE ROMANO lanai and the “front yard” boasted over 2,000 feet of beach. Without any power lines or water, they relied on alternative sources. When it came to this, “my husband was a genius,” states Judy. STUDY REVEALS HUGE LOSS OF BIRDS Science has published a study by a joint team of conservation biologists describing a grim picture: a steady decline of nearly three billion North American THE STORY OF LIEUTENANT CLAYTON SMITH Last week a dark cloud of sadness covered Marco Island as the word regarding the loss of Police Lt. Clayton Smith began to move through the island as a result of an off-duty motor vehicle accident.. Lt. Smith departed P.D. Headquarters on Wednesday evening and proceed westbound on San Marco Road and begin to pass through the intersection of South Heathwood Drive only two blocks

CAN I FLY MY FLAG?

Over the years, condominium, cooperative and homeowners associations frequently battled with homeowners over the display of flags. Some battles included giant flag poles and giant flags.

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Coastal Breeze News | Marco Island, Florida Local News. Confusion and Controversy Continue with Short Term Rentals. Pageant Winner Dedicated to Helping Others. Enjoy Classic American Cuisine Made from Scratch at Smith House Restaurant. The Unforgettable Woodelene Pierre. CARVELLI RESTAURANT GROUP April 16, 2020. Submitted. Submitted Photo | Carvelli Restaurant Group is feeding the first response crew: police daily, fire (as they request) and nurses daily. Employees are CONDOMINIUMS' RIGHTS TO APPROVE TRANSFERS Section 718.104 (5) Florida Statutes provides that a declaration of condominium, as originally recorded or as amended, may include restrictions concerning use, occupancy and transfer of units. That means the declaration of a condominium must be read to see if association approval is required, and if so, limitations on the association’s power. SANIBEL, CAPTIVA AND GASPARILLA ISLANDS This is known as “The Sanibel Stoop.”. The beaches, both Sanibel and Captiva, have a long history to tell. These islands are both steeped in history. Just as the other islands mentioned before, the Calusa Indians are once again known to have been the first settlers here as far back as 2,500 years ago. Later on in the 1500’s, Ponce

De Leon

THE PYRAMID OF CAPE ROMANO The two men built the entire home out of cedar. The very top of the pyramid. Judy and Monte Innes. was outfitted with gold mirrors that, with the right sun, “would burn your eyes out!”. Monte and Harry built a lookout tower just below the mirrors. “You could pull a staircase down from the master bedroom and go up to the lookout. MARCO'S GREYSTONE MANOR Marco’s Greystone Manor. Greystone Manor offers a grand Venetian palazzo lifestyle in a modern manor setting with over the top “wow” factors in its architectural details and location. Located on 1690 Copeland Drive in the prestigious Estates area of Marco Island, it is on nearly three acres of lush tropical gardens complete

with a lighted

CAN I FLY MY FLAG?

The level of dispute reached Congress and on January 4, 2005, Representative Roscoe Bartlett and 13 other members of the House of Representatives introduced The Freedom to Display the American Flag Act of 2005. It took over a year for Congress to pass the Act and it was signed into law by President George W. Bush on July 24, 2006. MORE THAN JUST A SPORT, PICKLEBALL IMPACTS LIVES Pickleball is now a major focus in his life. In fact, in November, he not only competed at Nationals in Casa Grande, Arizona, but he won gold in 4.0. In the U.S. Open, he and his partner competed at the 4.5 level. Kory and his wife, now empty nesters, are planning on relocating to Arizona or Naples, Florida. Pickleball has definitely

impacted

TOURING JAMES V. MUDD EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER The facility is dedicated to the late County Manager James V. Mudd, who was instrumental in the vision and comprehensive planning of the building along with Collier County Emergency Management Director, Dan Summers, who led the tour. The $56 million project began in 1999 and officially opened in 2009. The planning was incredible. IN MEMORY OF LEONARD J. GIUGGIO In Memory of Leonard J. Giuggio. Leonard J. Giuggio, 65, of Marco Island, formerly of Stoneham, Massachusetts, passed away February 16, 2018. He was a graduate of Stoneham High School, class of 1971, and attended Berklee College of Music in Boston. He was a founding member of the band WAVE and also performed with the Rindel’s and Crown

Royale

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Coastal Breeze News | Marco Island, Florida Local News. Confusion and Controversy Continue with Short Term Rentals. Pageant Winner Dedicated to Helping Others. Enjoy Classic American Cuisine Made from Scratch at Smith House Restaurant. The Unforgettable Woodelene Pierre. CARVELLI RESTAURANT GROUP April 16, 2020. Submitted. Submitted Photo | Carvelli Restaurant Group is feeding the first response crew: police daily, fire (as they request) and nurses daily. Employees are CONDOMINIUMS' RIGHTS TO APPROVE TRANSFERS Section 718.104 (5) Florida Statutes provides that a declaration of condominium, as originally recorded or as amended, may include restrictions concerning use, occupancy and transfer of units. That means the declaration of a condominium must be read to see if association approval is required, and if so, limitations on the association’s power. SANIBEL, CAPTIVA AND GASPARILLA ISLANDS This is known as “The Sanibel Stoop.”. The beaches, both Sanibel and Captiva, have a long history to tell. These islands are both steeped in history. Just as the other islands mentioned before, the Calusa Indians are once again known to have been the first settlers here as far back as 2,500 years ago. Later on in the 1500’s, Ponce

De Leon

THE PYRAMID OF CAPE ROMANO The two men built the entire home out of cedar. The very top of the pyramid. Judy and Monte Innes. was outfitted with gold mirrors that, with the right sun, “would burn your eyes out!”. Monte and Harry built a lookout tower just below the mirrors. “You could pull a staircase down from the master bedroom and go up to the lookout. MARCO'S GREYSTONE MANOR Marco’s Greystone Manor. Greystone Manor offers a grand Venetian palazzo lifestyle in a modern manor setting with over the top “wow” factors in its architectural details and location. Located on 1690 Copeland Drive in the prestigious Estates area of Marco Island, it is on nearly three acres of lush tropical gardens complete

with a lighted

CAN I FLY MY FLAG?

The level of dispute reached Congress and on January 4, 2005, Representative Roscoe Bartlett and 13 other members of the House of Representatives introduced The Freedom to Display the American Flag Act of 2005. It took over a year for Congress to pass the Act and it was signed into law by President George W. Bush on July 24, 2006. MORE THAN JUST A SPORT, PICKLEBALL IMPACTS LIVES Pickleball is now a major focus in his life. In fact, in November, he not only competed at Nationals in Casa Grande, Arizona, but he won gold in 4.0. In the U.S. Open, he and his partner competed at the 4.5 level. Kory and his wife, now empty nesters, are planning on relocating to Arizona or Naples, Florida. Pickleball has definitely

impacted

TOURING JAMES V. MUDD EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER The facility is dedicated to the late County Manager James V. Mudd, who was instrumental in the vision and comprehensive planning of the building along with Collier County Emergency Management Director, Dan Summers, who led the tour. The $56 million project began in 1999 and officially opened in 2009. The planning was incredible. IN MEMORY OF LEONARD J. GIUGGIO In Memory of Leonard J. Giuggio. Leonard J. Giuggio, 65, of Marco Island, formerly of Stoneham, Massachusetts, passed away February 16, 2018. He was a graduate of Stoneham High School, class of 1971, and attended Berklee College of Music in Boston. He was a founding member of the band WAVE and also performed with the Rindel’s and Crown

Royale

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Joseph and Therese Giannone were on a mission: the landscaping around the Veterans’ Memorial in Marco Island Cemetery, for which their sons had raised money as their Eagle Scout Project in 2007, was in

need of a facelift.

FLORIDA'S ORNAMENTAL GRASSES This one is a winner. Red Fountain Grass (Pennisetum setaceum) Red to burgundy leaves and plumes reach heights of six feet with this grass. There is a Rubrum compact species which only grows one to two feet in height. It is drought tolerant and will even take a frost. VISIT TO THE WALL THAT HEALS HAS SPECIAL MEANING Marco’s Frank Keefer is a soft-spoken man, b ut he’s a war hero with two Purple Hearts who was offered a rare battlefield commission in the Marines during the Vietnam War. The last time The Wall That Heals was on Marco Island, Keefer decided to visit. He has a number of comrades who are among those honored on the wall. But his memories of one of the soldiers are especially strong. BUYER INSPECTION RIGHTS ARE GOVERNED The rule of caveat emptor — let the buyer beware — applied to residential real estate sales in Florida until the Florida Supreme Court decided Johnson v. Davis in 1985. In that case, the Davis es bought the Johnsons home. Before the Davises made an additional $26,000 deposit under contract, Mrs. Davis noticed buckling and peeling plaster around the corner of a window and stains on the INTRODUCING CARDIOLOGIST DR. SARAH MANSSON Mansson, her husband, Dr. Jonas Mansson, and their four children (ages 2 – 9), recently relocated from Bergen County, New Jersey (one of the aforementioned large markets) to join us at Physicians Regional Healthcare System. Dr. Sarah Mansson spent the last five years at Valley Hospital as a cardiologist in their women’s heart health

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SUCCULENTS IN SOUTH FLORIDA Succulents in South Florida. By Coastal Breeze News Staff. |. on. January 27, 2013. Succulents and agaves are water-retaining plants that are well adapted to arid (dry), hot, sunny locations with poor soil conditions. This is because they store water in READING THE RED AND GREEN CHANNEL MARKERS By Capt. Carl Kelly. Red and green channel markers line both sides of the safely navigable water in passes and the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). Green marks are always square and odd numbered (1, 3, 5, etc.); red marks are always triangular and even numbered. In passes, when you are returning from the Gulf the red marks will be on your right and BUILDING PERMITS MUST BE CLOSED The new law does more. It authorizes building departments to close some permits that have been issued and outstanding for at least six years. Those permits can be closed without a final inspection, as long as the building department confirms no apparent safety hazards exist. REAL ESTATE DEPOSITS Most local real estate purchase offers are accompanied by deposit of $1,000, with an agreement to increase the deposit to 10% of the purchase price within 10-15 days after a contract is signed by both parties. Most buyers are reluctant to give the seller the deposit and sellers do not want to rely solely on a buyer’s promise to pay. DEDICATION OF THE NEW SPAN OF THE JOLLEY BRIDGE By Jane A. Marlowe. janem@coastalbreezenews.com. The new Judge S.S. Jolley Bridge was dedicated on November 19, 2011, a breezy, sunny morning on Marco Island. The beautiful new southbound span eases long time congestion on the original bridge which served traffic heading north and south. The older span has been repaired and reinforced to

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