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Author Hanafee tells tales in History Bytes talk

There were frequent chuckles and plenty of knowing nods in the large crowd at the Johann Fust Library on Wednesday as they…
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Board approves Boca Grande Preschool design, raising for modern Shore Lane cottage 

At its Feb. 11 meeting, the Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board approved three projects, including the renovation of a…
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Gulf oil drilling, VA move addressed by Charlotte

Among the many actions of the Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners reviewed during its regular meeting on Feb. 10…
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Strawberry Festival date set for March 7 

BY SUSAN HANAFEE It’s time again to think about eating strawberri…
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No Hallelujah for state idea to turn Amory Chapel into picnic shed

Officials from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection ca…
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Wellcraft blown on storm cruise to Pine Island, recovered intact

Last week, strong winds snapped a boat lift in South Boca Bay, sending a Wellcraft Scarab Sport into the water. The boat wa…
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Strict water restrictions now in effect

All of Gasparilla Island and Charlotte County has restricted watering schedules this spring. As jurisdictions overlap, resi…
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Lee Clerk launches transparency website

Lee County Clerk and Comptroller Kevin Karnes has launched a new interactive website aimed at increasing transparency in lo…

John ‘Jack’ Moore 1931-2026

John “Jack” Joseph Moore, 94, of St. Louis, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026. He was predeceased b…
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IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Dr. Kenneth Pfahler

Meet local cardiologist  February is American Heart Month, a time when cardiovascular health moves into sharper focus. F…