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To the Editor: On behalf of Suncoast Humane Society, we would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the Boca Grande c…

Spring fishing is peaking and our weather will continue to heat up. This is the short window to enjoy our transitional fish…

FIVE YEARS AGO The Parsonage at the Lighthouse Methodist Church had completed its renovations and “lifting.” TEN YEAR…

This midweek morning, a northeast breeze blows in Southwest Florida…

BY ROB ROBBINS We are witnessing a dangerous “shell game” with co…

Capt. John Spinks, best known as Capt. ‘Tater’ Spinks, died March 8, 2026. Born Jan. 1, 1947, he was a long-time Boca Grand…

New owner of Courtyard Hair Courtyard Hair Etc on the north end of Gasparilla Island will celebrate its 35th anniversary…

BY CAPT. JOE LECLAIR Over the last few weeks, loads and loads of people have come to paradise hoping for warmer weather…

We all have a responsibility to protect endangered species, both for their sake and for the sake of our own future generati…

Easter is early this year, and all of the island traditions are scheduled and underway for the busy weekend ahead. Easte…