Community
Hometown Wedding
April 16, 2026
The happy couple Ashley and Matthew Grenier were married on Friday, April 10 in a beautiful outdoor ceremony. Friends, family and community members turned out in true hometown fashion to celebrate. …
“On the Wing of Eternity” is Roger’s Pick
April 9, 2026
Michael Alexander (3rd from left) shown with family members who were in attendance at his lecture last week. He spoke on his book “On The Wing of Eternity” as part of the Roger’s Picks series. …
Roxana Robinson at Fust event
April 9, 2026
Nan Doyal, at left, interviewed author Roxana Robinson at the Johann Fust Library Foundation event on Thursday, April 2. Her book “Leaving” tells the story of Sarah and Warren, college friends who r…
Upcoming parking meetings are April 22 on island, and April 27 in Fort Myers
April 9, 2026
The first Lee County-sponsored Boca Grande Parking Committee meeting will be held Wednesday, April 22 at the Boca Grande Community Center. The meeting was rescheduled from March.
There will be a…
Charlotte seeks utility interns for summer
April 9, 2026
The Charlotte County Utilities Department is seeking applicants for its summer internship program. Applicants must be current high school students and at least 16 years old. The paid internship prog…
Sen. McCormick at Men’s Club
April 9, 2026
United States Sen. Dave Harold McCormick spoke to the Boca Grande Men’s Club on Tuesday, April 7. From left, Brit Hume, Sen. McCormick, Jeff Kendall and Steve Jansen. McCormick has served since 2025…
Kids Needs of Englewood
April 9, 2026
Kids Needs of Englewood has found a new home in the Tiffany Square Shopping Center on SR 766 and San Casa Drive in Englewood. The Rev. Daphne Johnson of Lighthouse United Methodist Church blessed th…
State Parks hold meetings on plans
April 9, 2026
Above and below, Florida DEP staff heard from island residents and non-profits. Photos by Cheryl
In March, the state of Florida’s Department of Environmental Protection’s Office of Park Planning…
Giving Challenge returns April 15-16; Local nonprofits to participate
April 9, 2026
The Community Foundation of Sarasota County will host its 10th annual Giving Challenge from noon April 15 to noon April 16, 2026. The Giving Challenge is a 24-hour online fundraiser supporting nonpr…
EASTER WEEKEND: Walking of the Cross, Egg Hunt & The Beatles
April 9, 2026
Easter weekend began with Stations of the Cross on Park Avenue, and followed with an Easter Egg hunt at the Community Center. Saturday afternoon, there was a return of John, Paul, George and Ringo w…











