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A great day for the Fishery property
To the Editor: I believe that most residents of Boca Grande and the communities surrounding the Fishery were excited to read…
Many thanks for a very successful 2018 World’s Richest
To the Editor:
The World’s Richest Tarpon Tournament is an annual event that holds a special place in the hearts of the peo…
Another Ladies Day in the books, thanks to many
To the Editor: On behalf of the 2018 Ladies Day Tarpon Tournament Committee and the Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce, I…
The ‘Best Little Art Show in Boca Grande’
PRESENTED BY CARROLL SWAYZE AND THE BOCA GRANDE AREA CHAMBER OF COMME…
The World’s Richest Roster …
1. Mike Watkins – Capt. Chad Bombenger 2. Doug Ritter – Capt. Travis…
The ‘Grande’ tradition began World’s Richest week on the island
■ BY SUE ERWIN Honoring tradition. That was the common theme at “The Grande Tradition Event” held on Monday evening at The C…
Blaze for the win in the 2018 Ladies Day Tarpon Tournament Second straight win in 2018
■ BY MARCY SHORTUSE Capt. Waylon Mills was on fire in Boca Grande Pass last Saturday, May 12 as he took Team Blaze to victor…
It’s turtle time! Nesting season slowly progressing
■ BY SUE ERWIN As of press time, The Boca Grande Sea Turtle Association reported eight turtle nests on the island – all logg…
Native Gardens closes after 18 years, Ronica to remain in flower biz 75-percent-off sale at the store this weekend
■ BY SUE ERWIN After years of being in the flower business in Boca Grande, Ronica Davis, owner of Native Gardens Florist on…
ISLAND LEO BEAT: Be aware of road closures due to Tarpon Festival, keep on the straight and narrow for Memorial Day
T he next two weeks promise to be active on Boca Grande. This weekend Boca Grande will celebrate the World’s Richest Tarpon…