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Lee County CARES program for small business, residents now in effect
BY MARCY SHORTUSE- Last week Lee County announced they would be allocating millions of dollars in financial relief to people…
BIPS is community strong
SUBMITTED BY THE BARRIER ISLAND PARKS SOCIETY- For more than 30 years Barrier Island Parks Society, BIPS, has been on a miss…
Mote Marine Laboratory ‘living docks’ thriving in Boca Grande Canals
STAFF REPORT- The “living dock” project continues in Boca Grande, and Mote Marine Laboratory has been working over the past…
Boca Beacon, Gasparilla Island Magazine up for 20 awards at upcoming virtual presentation
STAFF REPORT- The staff of the Boca Beacon and Gasparilla Island Maga…
It’s the summer send-off! Lee County announces limited summer camp space
BY OLIVIA CAMERON- The summer season is all about pool days, tennis m…
No nose swabs here … OneBlood tests for COVID antibodies through blood donation
BY OLIVIA CAMERON- The next time you see a Big Red Bus around, you may want to set an appointment and take a seat. OneBlood…
It’s hurricane season: Get ready now!
BY OLIVIA CAMERON- It’s that time of year again, when local residents cross their fingers and toes in hopes that tropical wi…
If you’re cleaning out that pantry, here’s where to donate
STAFF REPORT- Islanders are beginning to head north and are asking about where to leave non-perishable food. Questions may b…
Are you missing packages or mail?
STAFF REPORT- If you are a post office box holder on the island or a guest who is expecting mail, and you have not received…
Come out and cheer for Island School graduates!
STAFF REPORT- This Wednesday, June 3 at approximately 10:30 a.m. you will get a chance to let our Island School fifth grade…