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Obituary: Henry Henneberger
Henry C. Henneberger, 88, died on Saturday, July 8, 2020 in Riverview, Fla. Born on Oct. 15, 1931 and educated in Germany…
New island communications tower will enhance island safety, slated for new location
BY C.W. BLOSSER AND BEN ABES- Providing for the safety and welfare is an essential focus of local government. Lee County’s D…
Obituary: Virginia Knight
Virginia Knight, 92, of Punta Gorda passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2020. She was born on October 5, 1927, to Bob and Bessi…
Body found on beach at Stump Pass, graffiti investigated on island
STAFF REPORT – The death of a man whose body was found at the water’s…
Boca Grande named as one of islands in Zac Brown Band’s new song, ‘You and Islands’
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – “Let’s get back to you and islands Compass Cay and the warm salt air, Staring at that blue horizon Close…
You bet your life I took the pledge … a note from a long-time, well-loved island resident
BY SUSAN BOWERS – More than anything, I want my friends and neighbors in Boca Grande to stay well. It is our cherished home…
The Boca Grande Club early years: The 1970s and 80s
SUBMITTED BY THE BOCA GRANDE HISTORICAL SOCIETY – A November 1978 article in the St Petersburg Times announced the creation…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Lee Commissioners approve next round of LeeCARES assistance programs
To the Editor: The Lee Board of County Commissioners today authorized the next round of LeeCARES programs to assist individu…
EDITORIAL: County Manager proud of response to COVID-19
BY ROGER DESJARLAIS – I want to thank Lee County’s residents for your perseverance during these difficult times. I also want…