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Hardening history for future storms: How much to raise
At its February meeting, the Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board reviewed the first case of the elevation of a historic…
Mid-Century Modern house updates approved by Preservation Board
The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board had a quick agenda at its July meeting. Members Paul Eddy, Jerry Edgerton, Barb…
Weekly building permits, real estate
Building permits for Gasparilla Island in Lee and Charlotte Counties, plus weekly real estate sales data from the Englewood…
Boca Grande hosts marine safety drills
Firefighters Martinez, Steyer, District Chief Knowles and and Lt. Hu…
Peek at the new counters at Boca Grande Post Office
While we don’t have any official word on the reopening of the Boca G…
Baby Publix in Placida goes bluish over beige
There are subtle changes this week. The so-called ‘Baby’ Publix in Placida got a new paint color.
The old beige is disap…
Guide questions effect of possible Gasparilla parking ordinance
A new parking ordinance restricting off island visits will challenge day fishing and guides here on the island, particularl…
First Baptist progresses with interior, garden renovations
Storm restoration work continues at First Baptist Church of Boca Grande, which was flooded during the fall hurricanes. Cons…
California’s Surfrider Foundation urges Lee County to ‘prioritize public parking solutions’ in Boca Grande
The Surfrider Foundation, which advocates for the public use and safety of beaches across the world, has spoken out about t…
Chamber releases survey of off-island visitors
A Boca Grande Chamber of Commerce survey on visitors to Gasparilla Island is still gathering submissions. It now has over 2…