Author: Anna Ridilla

Locals volley for tennis court, debate pickleball placement

On the afternoon of Tuesday, Jan. 30, pickleball and tennis players gathered at the Wheeler Road tennis course to discuss the future of the space. The lively meeting, which was organized by Cam...

Major expansion to Placida Park, ramp under way

Charlotte County is planning a boat ramp expansion at Placida Park West, an upgrade that is much needed, according to people who regularly use the dock and ramp. “It gets very crowded,” said Tanner...

Birds on island take a stressful tern

January 26, 2024
Anna Ridilla
News, Sports & Outdoors

Last week’s colder weather proved to be challenging for wildlife. Islanders have been forced to step up to help get these animals to safety. Locals worked together to rescue an injured tern on the...

Doro Bush Koch speaks on gratitude and meditation at St. Andrews

Dorothy “Doro” Bush Koch spoke at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Thursday, Jan. 18. about mindfulness and gratitude. “It’s something that has made my life demonstrably better,” said Koch, the sister...

The Island School earns A, and 100 in math

The Island School has earned an A for the sixth time in a row in the annual Florida Department of Education ranking. These scores are purely informational and meant to serve as a baseline for each...

Boca Grande resident speaks out for tennis courts at Lee County meeting

January 18, 2024
Anna Ridilla
Community, News

A Boca Grande resident braved the rain to advocate for more tennis courts during the Lee County Board of Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 16. Nancy Leckerling, who had never attended a meeting...