Community
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Pam Heilman, attorney and community volunteer
January 4, 2024
Few people are more enthusiastic, joyful, grateful, or optimistic than Pam Heilman. She is a board member and number one cheerleader for the Boca Grande Historical Society. Pam served as president…
GIWA prepares for election of directors at Jan. 16
January 4, 2024
The annual meeting for the members of Gasparilla Island Water Association, Inc. will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024. During this meeting, the election for three open seats on the Board of Direc…
Young Life group supports local youth, helps them give back through faith
December 29, 2023
Englewood Young Life is celebrating one year as their own independent area! As of October 1, 2022, Englewood is more localized with its own area director, part time admin, board, and volunteers. T…
Englewood Chamber celebrates at Thoroughbred Golf Carts
December 22, 2023
Englewood Chamber Christmas Fun After Five was Thursday night Dec. 14 at Thoroughbred Golf Carts.
Top Row: Maria Cummings; Madison Lutz, Jenni Aseere, Dana Lutz, Keith Sheridan, Meghan Becker,…
Awning reinstalled at The Depot in Boca Grande
December 22, 2023
Last week, crews replaced the awnings on the Railroad Depot building.
They match the ones before Hurricane Ian.
The building dates from 1910, and is the former Charlotte Harbor and Northern…
Christmas services this week in Boca Grande
December 22, 2023
This year, Christmas Eve falls on a Sunday. That means a slightly different timing for services on Gasparilla Island.
For Lighthouse United Methodist Church, all services will be on Sunday, the…
Soderberg gift will inspire other Suncoast Humane donors
December 21, 2023
For over 50 years, Suncoast Humane Society has helped tens of thousands of animals live happier, safer and healthier lives.
On November 9, 2023, among community leaders, Suncoast supporters Pe…
Macho approach for new beginner class at Duplicate Bridge Club
December 8, 2023
Bridge instructor Susie Kett will lead a new set of beginner lessons for the Boca Grande Duplicate Bridge Club beginning Wednesday, Jan. 3. Kett, who has taught privately, has led a popular men’s …
Palm Island and Little Gasparilla ready for Christmas
December 8, 2023
By Iris Tufano
Island life on Little Gasparilla Island and Palm Island is preserved and illuminated by a generous holiday spirit. As Christmas quickly approaches, and the New Year is not too fa…
Pets of the Week: Bolt, Minka, Gato and Daisy
December 8, 2023
News from the Suncoast Humane Society. Pets needing adoption include:
Hey there, I’m Bolt! My life’s been an adventure, like a comic book superhero. Once, I outsmarted a cunning cat burglar who…