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Real estate on Gasparilla Island: Right now it’s hotter than asphalt in September
BY SUSAN HANAFEE – Excuse us for stating the obvious: The housing market in Boca Grande and environs is hotter than Florid…
Dog park discussion to be held by Lee County on April 30
STAFF REPORT – Join Lee County Parks & Recreation as they host an open house from 1 to 2 p.m. on Friday, April 30, in …
Why we need to talk about non-communicable diseases
BY DR LAUREN HANA MD, BOCA GRANDE HEALTH CLINIC – With so much attention over the past year-plus focused on COVID-19, ther…
GIBA reports show a record March, with 125,000 vehicles crossing the bridge
SUBMITTED BY GIBA – The Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority Quarterl…
Life is a game, but bridge is serious (Part II)
BY TONYA BRAMLAGE – Bridge part II explores the rumors, intrigue, a…
Whatever happened to Bead for Life?
BY BOOTS TOLSDORF – As I have not been seen standing by the post office on a weekly basis selling my Ugandan women’s handm…
Boca Grande Woman’s Club announces information regarding community grants and scholarship awards
STAFF REPORT – Since its founding in 1948, the Boca Grande Woman’s Club has contributed over $4,000,000 for community proj…
OBITUARY: Gerald Boardman Church
Gerald Boardman Church, age 85, died on April 9, 2021, in Boca Grande.
Gerry graduated from Dexter School in Brookline, MA…
PROFILE: Kyle Rich
BY T MICHELE WALKER – Birthdays are a time of celebrating another year on this third rock from the sun, splurging on some …
OBITUARY: Lloyd A. ‘Bud’ Wampach
Lloyd A. “Bud” Wampach, age 92, died Friday, April 9, 2021. A funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, Boca …