Author: Staff Report

Lee County launches tool for park projects

September 19, 2024
Staff Report
News, Sports & Outdoors

Lee County has launched a new tool to help residents stay informed about projects happening at county parks, preserves and beaches. This tool, which can be found at leeparks.org, is an expansion...

Work on second bridge Monday

September 19, 2024
Staff Report
News

On Monday, September 23, 2024, the Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority will be performing shoulder work on the Center Bridge. The work will begin at 9 a.m. and is expected to be completed by the...

Pier now open again

September 19, 2024
Staff Report
News, Sports & Outdoors

The Boca Grande Fishing pier at the north end of the island reopened. There are still permanent repairs ahead. The stuck sailboat, deposited at the end of the pier, is now easier to see.

Englewood Chamber new leadership class

September 19, 2024
Staff Report
Community, Events, News

The Englewood Chamber of Commerce introduced the Leadership Class of 2025 at the Fun After Five, held at Posh Pelican, last Wednesday. The Leadership Class goal is to inform participants about the...

FWC eases derelict boat process

At its September meeting in Duck Key, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved rule amendments creating a block grant option within the already established FWC derelict vessel...

Humane Society award

September 12, 2024
Staff Report
Community, News

Suncoast Humane Society was awarded a $2,000 grant from Maddie’s Fund, a national family foundation established by Dave and Cheryl Duffield. The new program will extend existing playgroups for shelter...

Verizon, 5G trucks about the island

September 12, 2024
Staff Report
News

Verizon and other contractors have been on island for the increased 5G service promised by the carrier. Across the island are Q-Tip shaped poles. Verizon had promised to have the service working throughout...

The GICIA helps CCA deploy 40 tons of oysters in Turtle Bay

September 12, 2024
Staff Report
News, Sports & Outdoors

In August, the Coastal Conservation Association Florida partnered with Ingman Marine, Abbott Construction, Lee Reefs, Gasparilla Island Conservation and Improvement Association (GICIA), Capt. Jay Withers,...

Chamber celebrates opening of Nico B’s

September 12, 2024
Staff Report
Events, News

The Englewood Chamber of Commerce celebrated the opening of Nico B’s Food Emporium at the Placida Village shopping center on Tuesday, Sept. 10. The chamber joined staff and owners Stephanie Brocardi-Albin...

Business and Real Estate: River cruise ships return to Charlotte Harbor

September 12, 2024
Staff Report
News, Real Estate

American Cruise Lines, often seen passing by Gasparilla Island last year, will return after a successful season in 2023-24. This eight-day cruise stops in St. Petersburg, Marco Island, Key West...