Smoke on the water … and fire in the sky
Boca Grande businessman Pearce Presnell took this photo from his back lanai on Wednesday night, as a wildfire raged just on the other side of Coral Creek, not too far off island. Pearce said the f…
FPSC shoots down proposal to reconsider barrier island sewer
On Thursday, Sept. 8 the Florida Public Service Commission vetoed a proposal to reconsider their original vote regarding the installation of a central sewage system on Charlotte County barrier isl…
The Boca Grande Club looks a little different as of late … here’s why
The Boca Grande Club is changing out its ficus hedge for new pitch-apple trees. The old hedge has been in place for about 25 years, but it was deteriorating, the result of not being a native plant…
The Grande Chorus takes the stage!
By Elaine Skypala
Everybody sings. Maybe you are the guest who sings the loudest congratulations when they sneak out the birthday cake at the restaurant, or maybe you are just happy to get the …
‘American Pickers’ is coming back to Florida, and they need your help to fill the season
The popular History Channel show “American Pickers” is returning to Florida and plans to film episodes throughout our area in December.
If you already think you’re out of the running, remember …
Think the island is sinking in season?
While it seems like there are more visitors than ever, our population has actually decreased
In the last few years, many Boca Grande residents have felt like the island was going to sink with t…
Seashells: the jewels of Florida’s beaches
Submitted by the Barrier Island Parks Society
Seashells have been a part of the culture in Southwest Florida for centuries. Just under 400 different species of shell have been identified in Sou…
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: A new season of learning, music and much more in our area …
While the social opportunities are few and far between at the moment, announcements from several local off-island organizations have proven that the 2022-23 season is going to be amazing. Here are…
Timeline …
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FIVE YEARS AGO
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission decided to pursue a new “sportfish” designation that would include tarpon as a catch-and-releas…
Your Boca Grande (Not So) Accuweather Forecast
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