James Curtis
•9/30/2026

A major obstruction was removed from the waterways of Marco Island by a local contractor with help from the police in identifying it and the city's public works department in coordinating the removal. According to the Marco Island Police Department, the Marine Unit identified and reported the obstruction as a potential hazard to boaters near Stillwater Court. Public Works was then notified and coordinated with a contractor to have the obstruction removed safely, officers said. DOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment, and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV.