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New BGFD engine helps out on Interstate 75 trooper accident

July 14, 2025
A new Boca Grande Fire Department engine that will replace the aging Silver King was brought into “service” on its way in to be delivered to Gasparilla Island on Tuesday, July 8. “It got in…

Sea turtles have millions of years of nesting experience

July 14, 2025
Here we are at the top of another month so it’s time to look at how this sea turtle nesting season is progressing. As I noted in a previous article, this year’s nesting turtles are facing some uniqu…

Hardening history for future storms: How much to raise

July 11, 2025
At its February meeting, the Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board reviewed the first case of the elevation of a historic island house to above-flood level. At the meeting, Lee County planner Pete…

Mid-Century Modern house updates approved by Preservation Board

July 11, 2025
The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board had a quick agenda at its July meeting. Members Paul Eddy, Jerry Edgerton, Barbara Wickwire, Paul Eddy and Becky Paterson attended, as well as Chairman Bi…

Weekly building permits, real estate

July 11, 2025
Building permits for Gasparilla Island in Lee and Charlotte Counties, plus weekly real estate sales data from the Englewood Realtors. 7-11-Charlotte-permitsDownload 7-11-Real Estate Reports-2D…

Peek at the new counters at Boca Grande Post Office

July 11, 2025
While we don’t have any official word on the reopening of the Boca Grande Post Office, last week we did catch a glimpse of the interior layout through a hole in the window coverings. New counters…

Baby Publix in Placida goes bluish over beige

July 11, 2025
There are subtle changes this week. The so-called ‘Baby’ Publix in Placida got a new paint color. The old beige is disappearing in favor of a bluish gray.

Guide questions effect of possible Gasparilla parking ordinance

July 11, 2025
A new parking ordinance restricting off island visits will challenge day fishing and guides here on the island, particularly with a two-hour limit downtown and new restrictions across the island…

First Baptist progresses with interior, garden renovations

July 11, 2025
Storm restoration work continues at First Baptist Church of Boca Grande, which was flooded during the fall hurricanes. Construction crews this week were working inside, clearing where the floor was…

California’s Surfrider Foundation urges Lee County to ‘prioritize public parking solutions’ in Boca Grande

July 10, 2025
The Surfrider Foundation, which advocates for the public use and safety of beaches across the world, has spoken out about the potential closure of public Gasparilla Island beach parking by Lee Count…