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EcoWatch: Entrust those memories of the dads of yesterday
June 13, 2024
“The quality of a father can be seen in the goals, dreams, and aspirations he sets not only for himself but for his family.”
Reed Markham, professor, and author of Communication at Dayton State C…
Turtle report: Fancy stakes for turtle adoption
June 13, 2024
BY ARLENE HALL BGSTA SECRETARY
A stroll down the beaches from around 19th Street south to the parking lot by the state park will reveal some brightly colored stakes being used to protect incubat…
From tee to green: The role of imaging in diagnosing golf-related pain
June 13, 2024
By ANDREW COLBURN, RTC BOCA GRANDE HEALTH CLINIC
The summer is the perfect time to focus on your game’s fundamentals and ensure you’re in top shape for the next season. Whether you’re a seasoned…
Testing emergency prep at BGFD
June 13, 2024
The Boca Grande Fire Department held a hurricane training session for island organization leaders on Thursday, June 13. Leaders from the Health Clinic, the Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority, The Is…
Dune walkover, turtle lighting notices issued
June 13, 2024
Calls and notifications to Lee County Code Enforcement from the last month were dominated by unpermitted beach stairs and sea turtle lighting violations. From May 14 to June 13, there were 21 “dune…
Community center on agenda for Lee County Commission
June 13, 2024
On Tuesday June 18, the Lee Board of County Commissioners will review the overall development agreement between the county and the Friends of the Boca Grande Community Center, regarding improvements…
Placida railroad bunkhouse gets structure review
June 13, 2024
Charlotte County has received a preliminary report on the fate of the Placida Bunkhouse, a 1907 cottage used to house the railroad workers of the Charlotte Harbor & Northern Railroad.
“It was…
Howl at the Ladies tourney this weekend
June 13, 2024
BY BETSY FUGATE JOINER, GASPARILLA MARITIME MUSEUM PRESIDENT
Ladies get ready to “Howl at The Moon” on Saturday, June 15 from 7 to 10 p.m.
The tournament weekend begins with registration and c…
Mid-year check-in on real estate trends
June 13, 2024
Real estate enters slow season with high values
As the season winds down and the summer real estate quiet begins, brokers are saying that Gasparilla Island is getting back to a pre-COVID market…
Retailers fear more parking restrictions will drive away customers
June 13, 2024
Amid the parking discussion that is once again dominating Boca Grande, many in the commercial district are concerned about how they might be affected by proposed parking limits.
Last Tuesday, Ju…