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On the Ballot: Looking at the first two proposed State Constitutional Amendments
In Florida, November’s general election will include six state constitutional amendments — changes to the laws included i…
Downzoning of Gasparilla Road property removes 358 Cape Haze lots
Apiary Partners, owners of three properties on Gasparilla Road abutting the Boca Grande Jet Center at the Coral Creek Air…
Business and Real Estate: Signs point to restoration of historic Sharp compound Hacienda
The red-tile roofed estate just north of Fifth Street known as the Hacienda, has new signs for its restoration, courtesy …
Lee Commissioners discuss Boca Grande parking plan status
At the regular Lee County Board of Commissioners meeting on Tuesda…
Englewood Chamber new leadership class
The Englewood Chamber of Commerce introduced the Leadership Class …
FWC eases derelict boat process
At its September meeting in Duck Key, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved rule amendments crea…
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Back in the field serving the need for water, Robert Walker
Happy endings can happen any time. Robert Walker, field superintendent for the Gasparilla Island Water Association, is a …
What’s open food-wise, on Gasparilla Island, this week
Each week, our Ballyhoo section tells of restaurant on the island, as well as shopping and events. During the quiet seaso…
EcoWatch: Water, water everywhere and not a drop to drink
“Anything else you’re interested in is not going to happen if you can’t breathe the air and drink the water. Don’t sit th…
Still 25 active incubating nests remain: Boca Grande Sea Turtle Assoc.
BY ARLENE HALL, BGSTA SECRETARY
As of September 7, the Boca Grande Sea Turtle Association’s (BGSTA) “completion countd…