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Drainage issues addressed by GIBA Board at quarterly meeting
The Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority voted to address hurricane drainage issues on Gasparilla Road, near Kappy’s, at thei…
Parking steps outlined by Lee County admin
Lee County administration is working on the details of a new parking ordinance for Boca Grande.
Currently, the ord…
Recognizing the value of tourism dollars for Florida
The recent decision by Lee County Commissioners to eliminate a majority of the island’s beach access parking for visitors w…
Master schedules set for 2026 tarpon tournament season
The schedule has been set for the 2026 Boca Grande tarpon tournament…
Wheeler pickleball construction begins in September
Construction will begin Tuesday, Sept. 2, on a $1.7 million renovati…
Invasive Species: Help protect natives
Editor’s Note: This is the second of six weekly wildlife articles submitted by the Barrier Island Parks Society to raise aw…
Emergency operations group on Gasparilla will meet Wednesday, Aug. 27
The Island Emergency Operations Committee will meet Wednesday, Aug. 27 at 10 a.m. They will discuss quicker access post-sto…
Boca Grande has new overweight policy at Bridge
To meet the changing needs of the Boca Grande community, the Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority board approved a revised Ov…
Drainage issues addressed by GIBA Board at quarterly meeting
The Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority voted to address hurricane drainage issues on Gasparilla Road, near Kappy’s, at thei…
SWAT training by the Causeway
The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office held joint SWAT exercises around the Boca Grande Causeway on Wednesday, Aug. 20. Nort…