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If you want to learn to sail on Lemon Bay, you’d better sign up now
■ BY SUE ERWIN The Englewood Sailing Association is partnering with the YMCA to offer a summer sailing camp for adults. The…
Crush the tiny turtle becomes a legend
■ BY SUE ERWIN When one thinks of the great explorers of all time many names come to mind. Lewis & Clark. Marco Polo. Le…
The truth about ‘flesh-eating’ bacteria in our waters … If you don’t feel safe going to the beach, read this
■ BY DR. RAYMOND JAMES I came out of the Gulf after snorkeling on July 4 and a fellow islander said, “Doc, aren’t you worrie…
More green sea turtles nesting on the island
■ BY SUE ERWIN Boca Grande Sea Turtle Association patrol members are…
Watch your belongings at the beach, there are thieves afoot
■ STAFF REPORT Just a warning to keep an eye on your belongings at t…
Make sure your hang tags are ready
■ STAFF REPORT – Do you know where your hurricane hang tags are? Most people discard the tags into the dark recesses of thei…
Make sure your traps stay pulled until July 20
To the Editor: Recreational and commercial blue crab traps in state waters in our area were mandated to be pulled from the w…
The case of the FWC and the iguana bloodlust
■ BY MARCY SHORTUSE The media recently blasted an announcement regarding iguanas on social media that made some pretty big w…
Profile: Debbie Hagstrom
■ BY SUE ERWIN Debbie Hagstrom creates beautifully designed one of a kind silk scarves right in front of her customers. The…
Obstacles in the ‘Promenade’ prompt questions of ownership yet again
■ BY MARCY SHORTUSE The right to roam the Promenade is being infringed once again, not only by overgrown bushes but by brand…