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Reel in the season with the Kids Classic

The Gasparilla Island Kids Classic tarpon tournament is set for June 8, organized by the Boca Grande Chamber of Commerce. T…
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5G ‘Q-tip’ poles swab up the streets

This week, there were two more 5G Verizon small cell towers erected on Gasparilla Island. They are part of a series of Veri…
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Doubly shocking defibrillation technique saves life at Outfitters

‘Dual sync’ defib takes charge from both sides The Boca Grande Fire Department responded to a call at Gasparilla Outfitt…

Progress detailed in Barrier Island Parks restoration projects

Restoration work is nearly complete at the Amory Chapel and the Port…
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Guest Essay: Thrill of a majestic Silver King

BY KATHY FUTCH Tarpon fishing became quite the sport in Boca Gran…

Letters: Cape Haze peninsula needs an update to Charlotte County plan

To the Editor: Your April 12 editorial (Why Placida Matters to Gasparilla Island) is very much on point. I wonder if wha…
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The ‘remnant people’ head home, or stick around

There are many “very important” and “formerly very important” or “previously important” or “pretty important” people on Gas…

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Attorney, author and Southern storyteller

Jo Hackl, building grit Jo and Bob Hackl love Boca Grande and appreciate the sense of “intellectual curiosity” and “gene…

May 18: Youth fishing tournament on Gasparilla Island

Grab your fishing pole and tackle box and come join the family fun at our Youth Fishing Tournament on Saturday, May 18 from…
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Briefly: Advisory volunteer needed by Beaches and Shores

The Beaches and Shores Advisory Committee is seeking a volunteer to fill the unexpired term of the District 3 representativ…