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Look for new hydrants this spring
Pictured here, a working hydrant tested after Hurricane Milton. The Gasparilla Island Water Association expect to have new…
Appeal renewed for sheriff deputy house construction
BY LARRY J. HANNAH, ADMINISTRATOR, THE BOCA GRANDE DISASTER FUND
After Hurricanes Helene and Milton in October 2024, the…
Charlotte County considers Cape Haze apartment block
Charlotte County has scheduled for public hearing the project by Hutton MF Cape Haze, LLC for a 135 unit apartment building…
Lee County meeting on Tuesday
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will hold a meeting on…
Events Roundup: Jan. 30-Feb. 5
For a full list of events, check Ballyhoo on page 7.
Friday, Jan…
Wrapping up week one of the Gasparilla Island Tennis Classic
The Gasparilla Island Tennis Classic wrapped up week one on Friday, Jan. 23 with finals for the 70+ Mixed Doubles division…
Community Center playground funds question
There is a question about funding to replace the playground at the Boca Grande Community Center, which was removed for reno…
Lemon Bay honors Eva Furner at annual meeting
Wildflower project cited in volunteer service
The Lemon Bay Conservancy held its annual meeting on Jan. 26, bringing tog…
Fix for bulkhead on 4th Street
The beachfront seawall cap at 4th Street is under repair.
Tim Engstrom, public information specialist at Lee County, sai…
Sheriff begins enforcement of parking ordinance
This weekend, enforcement begins regarding the Boca Grande Parking ordinance, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office…











