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State Park remains closed

Local State Parks saw varying degrees of damage from Hurricane Milton, including structures and access. The Barrier Islan…

Bridge Authority engineering chairman thanks the GIBA staff for storm work

BY GEORGE MILNE, ENGINEERING CHAIRMAN, GIBA Now that we are in the recovery phase, it is important to acknowledge the …
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Fishing for sustenance, cherishing adventures on the water

Lost and shaken From as far back as I can remember, my life revolved around fishing. If I wasn’t participating, I was…
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Charlotte County’s closed fishing piers are un-sung assets

Last week, the Charlotte County Board of Commissioners, in a post-…

Bette Gallagher 1929 – 2024

Bette Joan (Davis) Gallagher, 95, of Augusta, Michigan died peacef…

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Interim pastor at First Baptist Church, Ken Lindow

Sitting in his rocking chair and playing with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren will have to wait. Dr. Ken Lindow…
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Chemical waste, lithium disposal day on Wednesday, Nov. 6 on island

Boca Grande residents will be able to safely and responsibly dispose of household chemical waste such as leftover paints,…

Coral Creek Club reopened Tuesday, Oct. 29

The Coral Creek Club reopened the front nine holes and dining on Tuesday, Oct. 29 after limited damage from hurricanes.&n…

Boil water notice rescinded for Gasparilla Island

The Gasparilla Island Water Association’s Precautionary Boil Water Notice has been rescinded effected Oct. 28, 2024. …
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Disaster Fund now at $1.5 million with $3 million goal for biz recovery plan

Fund still taking donations An island Disaster Fund set up to help local businesses and institutions recover from Hurr…