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IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Boca Grande businesses, coming back strong for season after Hurricane Ian
October 19, 2023
As regulars return to the island, town retailers are bouncing back after a difficult year.
“The best store on the island is open again!” said Ashli Price, manager of Aqua Boutique on Park Avenu…
Shore thing? Sand regifting at its finest on Boca Grande beaches
October 19, 2023
The old NBC soap opera “Days of Our Lives” opens with actor MacDonald Carey voicing over the phrase, “Like sands through the hourglass, these are the days of our lives.”
That might be the…
Doro Bush Koch & South African Bishop Headline St. Andrew’s Speakers
October 19, 2023
Lisa Miller
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church has set its special events and speakers for 2023-24 season.
“Their Faith And …” series includes Doro Bush Koch, who will speak Thursday, Jan. 18 at …
Capstan to lead golf tourney sponsorship
October 19, 2023
Along with a new venue, the Educate Boca Golf Scramble has a new Lead Presenting Sponsor – Capstan Financial Consulting Group.
This year’s tournament at Wellen Park Golf and Country Club on Nov…
Captiva height issue draws letter from Florida commerce
October 19, 2023
A relaxation of height restrictions offered to the South Seas Resort on Captiva Island by the Lee County Board of County Commissioners has resulted in a sharp letter of rebuke from the state of Fl…
Bell repair needed? Just call the BGFD
October 19, 2023
Firefighter Alex Moore (on the ground) and Firefighter Casey Taylor (on the truck).
Our firefighters have been known as “jacks of all trades” for many years, as they’ve helped perform tas…