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Cookie sale, Woman’s Club grant have helped to fund Mercabo
December 11, 2015
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – In just a scant few weeks, the Gasparilla Island Conservation and Improvement Association has achieved something that is virtually unheard of in Boca Grande: solidarity. That wor…
Lighthouse lighting to take place this weekend
December 11, 2015
The Port Boca Grande Lighthouse has been appropriately decorated and festooned for the season (thank you to the B shift from the Boca Grande Fire Department), and the official lighting will t…
The story of Tuck: One of the many rescues at Tank’s Legacy
December 11, 2015
BY SUE ERWIN – Many people wouldn’t look twice if they saw a small, wounded dog in a crowded park all alone and looking desperate. But Blanche Vedette is not one of those people. Blanche Vedette and…
Pirates to invade Whidden’s on Saturday: It’s time for chili!
December 11, 2015
Plan for a fun-filled day at Whidden’s Marina on Saturday, Dec. 12 to benefit the Gasparilla Island Maritime Museum. A giant tent sale starts at 9 a.m., featuring local artists, antiques, collectibl…
Thanks to many for a great Chamber Christmas Walk
December 11, 2015
To the Editor: The Board of Directors of the Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce want to extend many thanks to those who helped make our 2015 Boca Grande Christmas Walk a success. The Christ…
Local girl Zoey Mills part of elite team of 10 who took regional softball by storm
December 11, 2015
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – When Zoey Mills steps up to the pitcher’s mound, the opposing team sits up a little straighter. That’s because Mills, a right-handed 10-year-old at The Island School, is a true f…
New Mote postdoctoral scientist to focus on Florida snook enhancement
December 11, 2015
SUBMITTED BY MOTE MARINE LABORATORY & AQUARIUM – Mote Marine Laboratory is pleased to welcome Dr. Ryan Schloesser, a postdoctoral scientist who will be working with the Fisheries Ecology & E…
Swayze Studio Party and Art Lover’s Appreciation Day this Saturday
December 11, 2015
Carroll Swayze’s 28th Annual Studio Party & Art Lover’s Appreciation Day is Saturday, Dec. 12, from 3 to 11 p.m. at 2373 Donovan Road in the north end of Englewood just off SR 776. You can’t mis…
Obituary: Vaughn Everett McCarthy
December 11, 2015
Vaughn Everett McCarthy, 69, was born September 19, 1946 in Portland, Maine. He moved to St. Petersburg in 1957 and died at home in South Pasadena this past Tuesday, Dec. 8. He was a graduate…
Profile: Christina Sexton
December 11, 2015
BY SUE ERWIN – Island Realtor Christina Sexton was born and raised in Englewood, and she is enjoying watching her real estate career blossom in Boca Grande. She recently joined Michael Saunders &…