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Lot of parallelograms at Historic Board
September 11, 2025
The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board reviewed and approved one renovation project at their Wednesday, Sept. 10 meeting.
The project was a remodel and raising of the house by architect Tim…
Renourishment items at Tuesday Lee Commission
September 11, 2025
There are two items related to Gasparilla Island beach renourishment on the agenda at Lee County’s Tuesday, Sept. 16 meetings.
There is a consent agenda item related to beach funding for the Flor…
Spotted eagle rays still listed as endangered; whip-like tail
September 11, 2025
BY THE BARRIER ISLAND PARKS SOCIETY
Editor’s Note: This is one of six weekly wildlife articles submitted by the Barrier Island Parks Society to raise awareness about the issues facing our island…
Ask a Doc: What is your gut telling your brain?
September 11, 2025
We often talk about “gut feelings,” but science now shows that your digestive system really does have something to say to your brain – and the rest of your body. The two are in constant communicatio…
Water Association clearing out old systems
September 11, 2025
After the installation of a new advanced water treatment process at the Gasparilla Island Water Association, staff and contractors are now disassembling part of the old system for recycling and in o…
Pickleball construction beginning
September 11, 2025
Silt fences are now installed at Wheeler Road, where construction is beginning on a new tennis and pickleball complex. The project is expected to be completed in spring. The dog park will remain op…
Bridge traffic down two percent in August
September 11, 2025
Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority traffic numbers for August were down 2 percent from last year. The busiest traffic day from August 2025 was Aug. 1 with 3,032 vehicles, compared to peak of 3,048 f…
Towing the line
September 11, 2025
After a brief pause, renourishment at the Gasparilla Island State Park at the south end of the island recommenced this week.
Photo by Dusty
Charlotte passes resolution on beach access
September 11, 2025
Charlotte County commissioners on Tuesday, Sept. 9 unanimously approved a resolution asking Lee County to “engage in a transparent and collaborative project with stakeholders” and to “reconsider and…
County plans new Parking Committee
September 11, 2025
On the agenda for the Tuesday, Sept. 16 Lee Board of County Commissioners meeting is a resolution to establish the Boca Grande Parking Committee with corresponding rules of procedure.
“The Resol…