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Sheriff house approval at Lee Commission
October 23, 2025
The Lee County Board of Commissioners approved a memorandum of understanding with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office to replace the sheriff’s house at Wheeler Road, which was damaged by Hurricane Milto…
New Englewood fire boat purchase
October 23, 2025
At the Tuesday meeting of the Charlotte County Commission, Englewood Fire has presented a budget item for a new fire and rescue boat.
Charlotte Commission files
Pontoon boat stranded on beach
October 23, 2025
Thursday morning, a pontoon boat by South Beach was stranded on the beach. It has been reported. It does not appear damaged, however.
Photo by Cheryl
Density reduction in Rotonda on Charlotte agenda Tuesday
October 23, 2025
A reduction of multi-family density on about nine acres in Rotonda Sands, south of Gasparilla Road, is on the agenda for Charlotte County this Tuesday, at their Oct. 28 meeting.
The item would re…
Reminder on fire safety as residents return for the season
October 23, 2025
BY THE BOCA GRANDE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Before returning to a vacation home, inspect the property for potential fire hazards that may have developed during your absence, such as faulty electronics, pe…
Placida Bunkhouse needs local buy in for re-use
October 23, 2025
Charlotte County commissioners voiced unanimous support for preserving the historic Placida Bunkhouse and ultimately returning it to Placida during their Sept. 16 workshop. Built in 1906 or 1907 by…
Signage digs in across Lee County part of Gasparilla Island
October 23, 2025
As signs go up across Boca Grande for a new parking ordinance, some merchants are already worried about placement, including an area on 4th Street that is marked on the ordinance with one side of th…
First discussion on Amory Chapel’s future use
October 23, 2025
An engineering firm has applied for preliminary permitting for conversion and construction of Amory Chapel in the Gasparilla Island State Park at the south end of the island. The goal is to convert…
Boca Grande parking on Charlotte agenda this Tuesday
October 23, 2025
At its Tuesday, Oct. 28 meeting, the Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners will again take up the topic of Boca Grande parking. The open discussion appears on the commission’s regular agend…
Bayou Bridge deconstruction will take two weeks
October 23, 2025
The actual removal of the Bayou Bridge began this week on behalf of the Gasparilla Island Water Association.
A barge and crane operation from Kelly Brothers was out on the water, as staff was beg…