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‘Once upon a time’ came true for one island resident – Be careful, be conscious, be considerate … this virus isn’t over yet
BY LAUREN HANA, MD – Once upon a time there was a small town nestled on a strip of sand they call a barrier island. Her rest…
A food barrel update: Drop off now if you’re leaving town
STAFF REPORT – Islanders are beginning to head north and are asking about where to leave non-perishable food. Questions may…
Longing for a little normalcy? It’s the return of studio pilates, and more plans for charitable donations
BY OLIVIA CAMERON – Banyan Tree Pilates and Yoga have been performing a bit of a double whammy in the last few weeks with th…
Historic District zoning and a potential marine district Part IV: Items to be addressed by the Boca Grande Community Planning Association
STAFF REPORT – Two questions on the recently completed Boca Grande Co…
Coming soon to Park Avenue: The Frazetta Museum
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – One of the greatest sorrows this writer could fee…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Thanks to all who helped Barbara Anne’s carry on through these strange days
To the Editor: A GIANT thank you to the Bay Son Company, the Boca Grande Woman’s Club and to our very loyal customers for yo…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Local group gives thanks for UTV to help Stump Pass
To the Editor: Stump Pass Beach State Park is finally receiving a much needed vehicle to transport rangers and volunteers ar…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Flying from every house
To the Editor: At last … flying like it should be. Like I wish everyone on this island would do … honor our country. And…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: A special thank you to the BGWC for helping the turtles
To the Editor: The Boca Grande Sea Turtle Association wishes to extend its sincere gratitude to the Woman’s Club for their g…
Celebrating the works of an artistic island family: THE ALZAMORAS
BY OLIVIA CAMERON AND MARCY SHORTUSE – The Alzamora family has definitely left their mark on Gasparilla Island. While known…