Author: Staff Report

Letters: Boca Grande Historical Society recalls Jackie Sullivan

To the Editor: The Boca Grande Historical Society recently learned of the death of John “Jackie” Sullivan. Jackie was one of the many people who contributed to several History Bytes sessions,...

Gasparilla Island Conservation promotes bike safety during spring break

March 14, 2024
Staff Report
Education, News

Spring has sprung and Boca Grande is abuzz. With the gorgeous weather, there has also been an increase in people enjoying the GICIA Bike Path. In a cooperative effort to provide a safe and fun experience...

Woman’s Club has deadline for Dog Show

March 14, 2024
Staff Report
Events, News

Boca Grande Woman’s Club 2024 Dog Show Welcome all Boca Grande residents, friends, and island workers to the 2024 Dog Show, “Puttin’ on the Dog”, to be held Saturday, April 6 at 10 a.m. Registration...

North Port ceases talks with Warm Mineral Springs developer

March 14, 2024
Staff Report
Featured News, News

The City of North Port’s negotiation team has recommended the City cease the negotiations for a potential public-private partnership with WMS Development Group LLC for the future of Warm Mineral Springs...

Lee County sets youth fishing, camp dates

Spring has been an active season at the Boca Grande Community Center, and that pace will continue through the summer. Events include: Youth fishing tournament – 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, May...

Feinbergs celebrate century in real estate from Long Beach to Boca Grande

March 14, 2024
Staff Report
News

On March 15, 1924, Adolph K. Feinberg incorporated his real estate firm in St. Louis, Missouri. As an early pioneer in the brokerage business, he held Missouri State Real Estate Brokers license number...

Hunt for Easter Egg Hunt volunteers

The annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Boca Grande Community Center will be held Saturday, March 30. This free event is sponsored by Lee County Parks & Recreation and The Friends of Boca Grande Community...

Emergency Operations Center presentation

March 14, 2024
Staff Report
News, Police & Fire

The public is invited to a March 21 presentation on the design for the planned Standby Emergency Operations Center, part of the Auxiliary Emergency Communications backup emergency system for Gasparilla...

Inn exec chef honored by trade pub

March 14, 2024
Staff Report
Featured News, News

Nick Marchesano, executive chef at The Gasparilla Inn, has been honored as one of the Club + Resort Chef’s 40 under 40. Marchesano arrived in Boca Grande just before Hurricane Ian, where he was...

Red Tide Forum on March 19

Barrier Island Parks Society will host the Red Tide Forum with Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with a diverse panel...