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Lindner Garden restoration in work at First Baptist

While contractors worked inside, a garden crew was out Wednesday at the Bob and Betty Lindner Garden at First Baptist Churc…
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New BGFD engine helps out on Interstate 75 trooper accident

A new Boca Grande Fire Department engine that will replace the aging Silver King was brought into “service” on its way…

Douglas Regan Sandbo, 1935-2025

Douglas Regan Sandbo, born June 19, 1935, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025, just days after celebrating his 90th birt…
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Sea turtles have millions of years of nesting experience

Here we are at the top of another month so it’s time to look at how…
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Hardening history for future storms: How much to raise

At its February meeting, the Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board…
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Mid-Century Modern house updates approved by Preservation Board

The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board had a quick agenda at its July meeting. Members Paul Eddy, Jerry Edgerton, Barb…
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Weekly building permits, real estate

Building permits for Gasparilla Island in Lee and Charlotte Counties, plus weekly real estate sales data from the Englewood…

Boca Grande hosts marine safety drills

Firefighters Martinez, Steyer, District Chief Knowles and and Lt. Hutchison with a patient. All three shifts of the Boca…

Peek at the new counters at Boca Grande Post Office

While we don’t have any official word on the reopening of the Boca Grande Post Office, last week we did catch a glimpse of…
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Baby Publix in Placida goes bluish over beige

There are subtle changes this week. The so-called ‘Baby’ Publix in Placida got a new paint color. The old beige is disap…