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Pier now open again

The Boca Grande Fishing pier at the north end of the island reopened. There are still permanent repairs ahead. The stuck sa…
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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 in…
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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 Airpo…
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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 H…
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Lee Commissioners discuss Boca Grande parking plan status 

At the regular Lee County Board of Commissioners meeting on Tuesday…
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Englewood Chamber new leadership class

The Englewood Chamber of Commerce introduced the Leadership Class of 2025 at the Fun After Five, held at Posh Pelican, last…
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FWC eases derelict boat process

At its September meeting in Duck Key, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved rule amendments creati…
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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 bi…

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 season…
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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 this…