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EcoWatch: Sea turtles vs Plastics = Demise

“Sea turtles have stood the test of time. They are among the oldest living creatures on Earth. Their origins date back at…

Letters: Families need beaches, open up 5th Street, respect for environment

To the Editor: My husband and I visit Boca Grande quite often. I read with great interest the articles focusing on the…
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Turtle report: Downpours and lightning do not deter volunteers

BY ARLENE HALL BGSTA SECRETARY  The rainy weather system of the past week had some impact on the BGSTA’s turtle patrol…

Deadline upcoming for Sea Grape bathroom bids at Gasparilla Island State Park

June 25 is the deadline for bids for new bathrooms at Gasparilla I…
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Audubon Everglades team issues report on restoration, bird populations 

Twice a year, the Audubon Florida Everglades team brings together …
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Lee County contracts with Banyan expert for report on plant conditions

Lee County has hired Certified Arborist Rick Joyce for a survey of the health of the Banyan Street banyan trees. The Lee …
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Preschool graduation celebrated

The Boca Grande Preschool held its graduation on Thursday, May 30. Twelve preschoolers graduated to kindergarten as famil…
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Educate Boca Scholarship Fund sets Golf Scramble date at The Gasparilla

The Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Educate Boca Golf Scramble on Monday, Oct. 7. The Chambe…
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‘Howl’ organizers say good day Irene

Second was Outta Line; last fish was goodnight with Irene, too BY BETSY FUGATE JOINER, PRESIDENT, GASPARILLA ISLAND MA…
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Ask a Doc: The Pros and Cons of Electrolyte Beverages

BY DR. BRET KUEBER, M.D. As an avid sportsman and a strong believer in the power of healthy living, I sometimes get qu…