BY DOD FRASER FOR THE GULF CONSERVATION ALLIANCE
“If there is better tarpon fishing in the world than can be had at Boca Grande, I have never heard of it.” A.W. Dimock, 1907
In 1885, W.H. Wood…
Above, rendering for the project from Park Avenue. Lee County filings
The demolition of a house at 121 Palm Avenue and its replacement will be on the agenda of the Boca Grande Historic Preservati…
To the Editor:
Thank you to everyone, everyone who braved the storms on Saturday to celebrate Whidden’s 100 year birthday.
What a celebration it was, too.
Fresh mullet caught by Matthew &am…
Above, The Library of Congress holds images of American campaigns, including this one from the 1968 campaign from the U.S. News & World Report Magazine Collection. Warren Leffler photo …
FIVE YEARS AGO
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection was notified of a fence erected on the beach and opened an investigation into the claims.
TEN YEARS AGO
Lee County Commissi…
Whidden’s Marina celebrated its 100th Anniverary with what the marina is built on: Family – Annabelle Coleman with the next generation Lane James Frost, Food – Dusty McGonigal with the fried mullet…
Saturday evening was wet, but the Whidden’s 100 anniversary fish fry was great.
It was wonderful to see locals of all ages gathered to celebrate Whidden’s Marina’s century celebration. The Boca G…
FIVE YEARS AGO
Three eighth graders, The Island School alumni, were inducted into the National Junior Honor Society at L.A. Ainger Middle School.
TEN YEARS AGO
A 19-foot-long baby sperm wha…
Whidden’s Marina will celebrate its centennial with a family fun Fish Fry and Music. The event will be Saturday, Oct. 17 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The event promises Good Food, Great Company and Lasting T…
Historical Society president and volunteer
This week volunteers were in the Crowninshield Community House stuffing mailers for the Boca Grande Historical Society. In all the mailers and materials…
