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Butterfly legacy for Penny Doerge includes pajamas
It was just over a year ago that 16-year-old Penelope Griggs Doerge, called “Penny” by her family and friends, died at home…
Profile: Jennifer Burby finds new family life in Boca Grande
There is not much good to be said about the recent worldwide COVID pandemic, but at least one person has found a silver lin…
King’s Brass set for January at Lighthouse Methodist
Tim Zimmerman and The King’s Brass will present hymn classics with a contemporary flair at Lighthouse United Methodist Chur…
Royal palm landscaping for Cole Island and Boca Grande North
As the Boca Grande North condo complex continues its building renova…
First Baptist Church belfry and steeple rebuild continues
Contractors from Harper Little are this week rebuilding the trademar…
Macho approach for new beginner class at Duplicate Bridge Club
Bridge instructor Susie Kett will lead a new set of beginner lessons for the Boca Grande Duplicate Bridge Club beginning We…
Obituary: Lynda Kaye Shute, 1966-2023
Lynda Kaye Shute, 57, of Rotonda West, FL, passed away on December 7, 2023. She was born on September 25, 1966. Lynda is su…
Bridge Authority talks investments
The Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority (GIBA) held a special Finance Committee meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023 to discuss…
Profile: Dr. Patrick Bell, surgeon and woodworker
It didn’t take long for Dr. Patrick Bell to fall in love with Boca Grande and all of Gasparilla Island. He came for a weeke…
Palm Island and Little Gasparilla ready for Christmas
By Iris Tufano
Island life on Little Gasparilla Island and Palm Island is preserved and illuminated by a generous holida…