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November 20, 2025
The Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority board voted to stay neutral on the Boca Grande parking issue, recommitting to their mission and role as bridge to the island. The board’s statement, sent to…

November 20, 2025
To the Editor:  The Suncoast Humane Society would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated in our recent pet food and cat litter donation drive. Your generosity ma…

November 13, 2025
BY JIM COCHRUN In the mid-50s, my little hometown of Naples, Fla., had a substandard school system. It was shortly after my father picked me up from school one day that my life would change forev…

November 13, 2025
At its Nov. 12 meeting, Charlotte County approved the following appointments: Approved Vince Parrotta, of the Sunseeker Resort, to the Tourist Development Council and appointed Parrotta to fill t…

November 13, 2025
BY LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Many island institutions have rallied to support victims of Hurricane Melissa. “For any of us who have been in Florida for any amount of time, we know all…

November 13, 2025
Kimberly Lovo, parishioner at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, is speaking next week at the Women’s Club breakfast about the 11 years she spent living on a boat with her family sailing across the Paci…

November 13, 2025
The Board of Charlotte County Commissioners unanimously voted Wednesday to initiate conflict-resolution procedures with Lee County relating to parking restrictions in Boca Grande. The resolution…

November 6, 2025
As the government shutdown continues, families face increased food insecurities that deeply affect every member of the household, including pets. The absence of SNAP support may leave many strugglin…

November 6, 2025
The Suncoast Humane Society honored Peter and Elsa Soderberg on Tuesday, Nov. 4 as part of National Philanthropy Day. The society said in a release that their “longstanding and deep commitment to Su…

November 6, 2025
Big Mouth Chili  The Boca Grande Chamber is hosting the Big Mouth Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 4th St. and Bayou Ave. Mouth-watering chili recipes, music and…