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Construction close to final for Wheeler pickleball & tennis complex

Construction and resurfacing work at the pickleball and tennis complex at Wheeler Road Community Park is nearing completion…
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Expanded speed limit zone in town 

Lee County quietly downgraded the speed limit on a portion of Gasparilla Road from 45 mph to 30 mph, which is the speed in…
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Beachgoers come together to save swimmer

Last week, several bystanders on a Gasparilla Island beach rescued a man who was in danger of drowning in the Gulf. On F…
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Placida Pier replacement will take years

Above, the Placida Pier as it stands after recent hurricanes. It is…
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Oh No, There Goes Ladies Day to Podzilla

A very happy angler Melina Chaplin onboard her son’s (Capt. Eddie Po…
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Parking meetup votes increased fine, defers decision on church, retailers

In its second meeting, the Boca Grande Parking Committee passed one recommendation: to increase the fines for blocking a co…
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Island School students study at Mercabo in marine partnership

Above, Dr. Jim Locascio talking to the students about the acoustic receivers and how they work. Photo submitted The Gasp…
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Boca Grande Sea Turtle Nesting Season

Through week ending 05/13/26 Weekly turtle reports. BGSTA State Park Turtle Numbers Cayo Costa- 11 Loggerhead G…
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Seagrass talk by Kate Rose

SUP Englewood’s “Coffee & Conservation” event series continues to bring the community together to learn about local con…
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IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Brandon Moody

Charlotte water quality expert Charlotte County has made a major commitment to water quality in the hiring of Brandon Mo…