What's New Around Southwest Florida — Week of August 10, 2026

What's New Around Southwest Florida: August 10, 2026

This week in Southwest Florida, we're seeing continued progress on local infrastructure, new developments, and recognition for regional programs. From Naples to Marco Island, there's a lot happening across our communities.

Marco Island Stays Active with Construction and Leadership Changes

Marco Island remains a hub of activity, with ongoing construction projects and new developments shaping the city's landscape. The community also welcomed a new police chief recently, indicating continued focus on civic leadership and progress. These efforts keep Marco Island a dynamic place to experience, according to the [Naples Daily News](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMingFBVV95cUxPUE1fWkdkV3JfNlc1c2lnN1l6S0tqS0luenJmNm5pOEtael9WTEdJM3BoY0p1MmxxYV8zbnhTQ09OWVVyc2I5a1c1c291c0RrQllTN0sxakg1RXltWWtNbUlfWGtwODFtQUVXMGdWeFRQZ0cyMUg2anUwaE5uSElFdnNLYjhibWEtRC1HV3pnUXBlN1hJUVl6WlBhZ1czQQ?oc=5).

Naples Pier Construction Buzzes with Activity

The reconstruction of the Naples Pier is seeing considerable progress, with the construction site bustling with workers and equipment. This vital landmark is being rebuilt to continue serving as a cherished gathering spot and scenic attraction for the community. Updates on the construction can be found in the [Naples Daily News](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi-gFBVV95cUxPMUh5TENqcVllRzNIMEF6aXZNNVhpdmhhdzJ2SWhpWkE3NUpnMXBhWlRIYmZPeEN2UE1LdzhLQTAxcEgwd0MzVVpzMjhfRXBya3JNRmVGRFFGTFNrZW1NMFlpTXpXY3llQjRNOF9hOUttaVI3N1V4OW5jU1dXTXNvbnRYSGVhSVRmMG1XSHZ2dklUakRzNVBVdFdiOS1SRXpiQWFDT3lVcW1NbFpCSzY0aGJGV3RpTjFnSjlZdDBSUEk0ZDlhNFVpd25MRHRtbWFidW1nRVJ2QS1UOE8zVmtldmNXY0VMSXFHUzJOLW1sdUNTUkpjbmZpaEln?oc=5).

New Naples Pier Under Construction: A Progress Report

Further details on the Naples Pier indicate that the new structure is steadily taking shape. This ongoing project is a significant undertaking for the city, aiming to restore and enhance one of its most iconic features. The [Naples Daily News](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMigwJBVV95cUxOcnZIX0JSdmJzSUN5SjRhSl90S2VxUHNESUNhcFhFMUNOeHFqdWk2REpHUy14Y3FHNnFrSEdZNHhTNWlSbHZzTzU0WVE2Mmt2OGVDMXA4QXNtNlF3aVNNQ3hnQWlOVm5EWHJOU2Z1UmxWdXM5d3RNQmVmT3pzcmhuREgwdWg2YmphRmhNX2k2czZ6UmRJWEVvZDFRaDVvb0JGdmJFYWVPRk1iU0ltNnRHSllCWW8wcVVqUXVDQ0d6dVZIVFQ3cU5MM05yOV8tUmdNS25wQlpMR0RFc3ZtVWUwN0ZkWFdjdUtlTVlwRmZYOWxVS2QtU2dnTGxEMnpIUzNmWm5V?oc=5) continues to provide updates on this important community development.

Sources

• [Naples Airport earns accreditation for workforce development program - Priority Marketing](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMioAFBVV95cUxOLS1TZFlwOThjRkJHYTI2SDVzd1diRGdmX0M0RDRuc1llTzBTRDl5bUowSzluUElmb1d6alcwV0dQb3RENVVsck45bC1VcW85bzIxamFqQk05OWU5S0JiSWRId1JxWGFqeDVrTHJ3S2pxaUhiR3JWT0poYVVFNDFEOURxS3ZPU1Z4VzB2UVVNY2hkTC1TMGVUcVRhYk5Ua2dH?oc=5)
• [Marco Island construction, new police chief, development keeps city busy - Naples Daily News](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMingFBVV95cUxPUE1fWkdkV3JfNlc1c2lnN1l6S0tqS0luenJmNm5pOEtael9WTEdJM3BoY0p1MmxxYV8zbnhTQ09OWVVyc2I5a1c1c291c0RrQllTN0sxakg1RXltWWtNbUlfWGtwODFtQUVXMGdWeFRQZ0cyMUg2anUwaE5uSElFdnNLYjhibWEtRC1HV3pnUXBlN1hJUVl6WlBhZ1czQQ?oc=5)
• [News | Naples, Florida, retail center sells for $26 million - CoStar](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMilgFBVV95cUxOalN0NWZYZXRYdXJTcmZYUHQwR24xV05fVDZTcFJqYlo0UWN4bjkwa0hEUzMwYTBLVjNBX3d6dWh6SEhfM29NUmJtLXFNTE1mUFhIZFcwc1VlcHJfU0FEMHBRWWg3WTk4cFJCMjk3V0pRaS1JbHZxYzAwQmJJVm41T0Z6SDdkQWJYNnQxOVFKZ01WOHA0ckE?oc=5)
• [Naples Pier progress report: Construction site buzzing with activity - Naples Daily News](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi-gFBVV95cUxPMUh5TENqcVllRzNIMEF6aXZNNVhpdmhhdzJ2SWhpWkE3NUpnMXBhWlRIYmZPeEN2UE1LdzhLQTAxcEgwd0MzVVpzMjhfRXBya3JNRmVGRFFGTFNrZW1NMFlpTXpXY3llQjRNOF9hOUttaVI3N1V4OW5jU1dXTXNvbnRYSGVhSVRmMG1XSHZ2dklUakRzNVBVdFdiOS1SRXpiQWFDT3lVcW1NbFpCSzY0aGJGV3RpTjFnSjlZdDBSUEk0ZDlhNFVpd25MRHRtbWFidW1nRVJ2QS1UOE8zVmtldmNXY0VMSXFHUzJOLW1sdUNTUkpjbmZpaEln?oc=5)
• [Progress report: New Naples Pier under construction - Naples Daily News](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMigwJBVV95cUxOcnZIX0JSdmJzSUN5SjRhSl90S2VxUHNESUNhcFhFMUNOeHFqdWk2REpHUy14Y3FHNnFrSEdZNHhTNWlSbHZzTzU0WVE2Mmt2OGVDMXA4QXNtNlF3aVNNQ3hnQWlOVm5EWHJOU2Z1UmxWdXM5d3RNQmVmT3pzcmhuREgwdWg2YmphRmhNX2k2czZ6UmRJWEVvZDFRaDVvb0JGdmJFYWVPRk1iU0ltNnRHSllCWW8wcVVqUXVDQ0d6dVZIVFQ3cU5MM05yOV8tUmdNS25wQlpMR0RFc3ZtVWUwN0ZkWFdjdUtlTVlwRmZYOWxVS2QtU2dnTGxEMnpIUzNmWm5V?oc=5)
• [Step back in time at Heirloom Cafe & Tea House in Naples - Naples Daily News](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi0gFBVV95cUxOT0FFaUd0Y1I1cWpVUWZOVGRDc0l6REk4b2UwS0FDR3VvZV9XVVMtNXZ0VmJXRmI3dW1WVVo5dDVYdWtMSUVfdUJjek1ZUHVqODJwdmk3ZFBuNmlIaThldTdXNWwzSkM1RGFOQTJwWUtBcTJ1VW5TQlNvS1B0ZUV3T19pZG9jbVVyUjhqbVhDbk4zLXpRM3JFMmdPUlZvR2stNlhZNEUwQTFKZTR6WExwM1FsTUxQOFVLaThmMERXX0xZcnc4RFc1dDBSbGVocDVmb2c?oc=5)

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