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April 30, 2026
Chef Mike Klocinski has recently opened Mako’s Coastal Kitchen in the Tiffany Square shopping center in Englewood. They offer a menu centered on fresh seafood dishes such as ahi tuna tartare, Gulf s…

April 30, 2026
FROM FLORIDA AUDUBON The beach bird nesting season has begun along Florida’s coasts. Spring and summer mark critical times of year for these vulnerable species, as they must avoid human disturban…

April 30, 2026
An osprey has settled in and made a cozy home atop the old railroad trestle near the causeway, keeping watch over the water below as it comes and goes. Photo by Anna

April 30, 2026
Photos show work this week to remove the trees. Below, looking east from Gilchrist Ave. Photos by Dusty & Cheryl This week, two more ancient banyan trees had to be removed from Banyan Street…

April 30, 2026
Seasonal shifts discussed; ordinance explained as ‘living document’  Charlotte and Lee County commissioners discussed seasonal adjustments and the possibility of additional parking on a state-ow…

April 30, 2026
The Boca Grande parking ordinance was added to the Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners agenda for the Tuesday, April 28 regular meeting after Monday’s joint meeting with Lee County’s comm…

April 30, 2026
While traffic is up for the Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority, revenue is down.  The figures were reported at their quarterly board meeting, held Thursday April 23, in the offices of the Authori…

April 30, 2026
Maker’s Mark was at The Temp on Thursday last week for a complimentary tasting. They hand-dipped glasses in their legendary red wax and engraved special bottles purchased. Photos by Cheryl

April 30, 2026
The Lemon Bay High School band will present a spring concert Thursday, May 7, at the Lemon Bay Performing Arts Center, featuring a program celebrating the sound, spirit and story of America as the n…

April 30, 2026
Congratulations to Whitney Lancaster and Jim Johnson in the 2026 Ladies and Men’s Club Championship at Coral Creek for the two day competition. Photos submitted