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Briefs: Fust Library will temporary close for panel installation; kayak launch reopening
The Johann Fust Community Library will be closed Tuesday, Aug. 25 and Wednesday, Aug. 26, for installation of hurrican…
Survey of sea turtles: Weekly wildlife roundup from BIPS
Editor’s Note: This is one of six weekly wildlife articles submitted by the Barrier Island Parks Society to raise awar…
Gasparilla Road arrest; report notes ‘uncooperative and sarcastic’
A man was arrested for driving under the influence around 9:40 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15 at the intersection of Gaspar…
Youngquist named to Lee Tourist Development
The Lee Board of County Commissioners recently appointed Councilwoman Darla Bonk and Sandra Stilwell Youngquist to the…
Department wins Workers’ Comp award; Homestead costs discussed
At the monthly meeting of the Boca Grande Fire Department, Chief C.W. Blosser reported on a new safety innovation at t…
Constructing a career as fishing guide: Capt. Chris Slattery
In his nearly two decades on the water, Chris Slattery has turned his lifelong passion for fishing into a career as on…
See the blue-green water of the Gulf of Mexico at Gasparilla Island State Park for yourself. You’ll be right next to the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse Museum built in 1890.
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2026 August Englewood Chamber Night
Boca Grande Pre-K Moving Up and Graduation 2026
First Day of School 2026
Wreaths Across America and Southwest Florida Honor Flight Fundraiser
2026 July Englewood Chamber Night
Fourth of July 2026
2026 Lemon Bay Better Shots Summer
America at 250, Gaparilla Island Style
2026 Boca Grande Preschool Pizza with Pop




























