Author: Marcy Shortuse

The case of the never-finished house on Little Gasparilla revisited

BY OLIVIA CAMERON Have you ever wondered about unfinished metal house that sits on Little Gasparilla? If you haven’t, then you’re bound to hear more about it. Past the toll bridge on the way...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Strawberry Festival, a ‘mission from God,’ raised almost $80,000 this year

To the Editor: From the many volunteers of all ages involved, to local businesses and visitors, the 2020 United Methodist Women’s Strawberry Festival was a community event. It was a beautiful day, with...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Where you’re from means everything

To my Hometown, Wow, it’s a little bitter-sweet to write this letter to … all of you. Many of you have gotten to know me over the years for a number of reasons. You joined the Chamber of Commerce,...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Thanks to everyone for the love and care

To the Editor: I just wanted to thank everybody who came to my rescue when I got into an accident lately. So many people came to help me out and sent me things, I can’t begin to name you all. Just know...

Closures, cancellations and postponements on Gasparilla Island due to COVID-19 concerns

March 13, 2020
Marcy Shortuse
News

UPDATED APRIL 1, 2020 The following activities have been cancelled or postponed due to COVID-19 concerns. Lee County schools are closed until May 1. LEE COUNTY BEACH ACCESSES WILL BE OPEN ON WEDNESDAY,...

JUST A WORD ABOUT COVID-19 …

BY MARCY SHORTUSE – We do NOT have a confirmed case of COVID-19 on Gasparilla Island. According to officials, “The Boca Grande Fire Department responded to an EMS call this morning where...

Two island surveys could affect your future part 2

BY MARCY SHORTUSE Check your P.O. box soon for a survey from the Boca Grande Health Clinic that they would like everyone on the island to fill out. It is a short, seven-question survey that will be...

OBITUARY: John M. Mihm

John McSorely Mihm, 83, passed away peacefully on Monday, Feb. 17, 2020. He was born in Pittsburgh on July 6, 1936. John was preceded in death by his parents, Ethel and Frank Mihm. He attended Gilmour...

PROFILE: Whitty Ransome

BY SUSAN ERWIN Boca Grande resident Whitney “Whitty” Ransome has dedicated a good portion of her professional career to helping motivate young women to realize their potential and recognize their strengths....

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Many thanks for another great film festival

To the Editor: Thank you to everyone that helped make the 2nd annual Boca Grande Film Festival a roaring success. The films in our second edition, encouraged everyone to embrace what is new; to view...