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July 9, 2026
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July 9, 2026
“The takeaway lesson from the study is that many bites can be prevented if humans are aware of their surroundings and minimize risky behavior such as walking small pets near bodies of water or swim…

July 3, 2026
Editor’s Note: The notice has been rescinded as of July 6. A Precautionary Boil Water Notice has been issued for the Cole Island portion of Gasparilla Island and Boca Grande North…

July 2, 2026
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has posted an application for a project site for Harbor Village and Maranda Homes. The Army Corps link is HERE. Some notes from their application. The proposed acti…

July 2, 2026
What better way to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, than with its most iconic symbol, the American Bald Eagle. Happy Birthday, America!                                           Photo by H

July 2, 2026
Through week ending: 7/1/26 Weekly turtle reports State Park Turtle Numbers Cayo Costa- 401 Loggerhead, 9 Green, 2 Leatherback Gasparilla- 24 Loggerhead Don Pedro- 166 Loggerhead, 14…

July 2, 2026
Boca Grande’s Bob and Mary Ridge have been entered into Variety’s America’s Favorite Couple competition. This competition brings together couples from any stage of life to compete for a full spre…

July 2, 2026
BY ARLENE HALL, BOCA GRANDE SEA TURTLE ASSOC. On June 26, Boca Grande Sea Turtle Association (BGSTA) turtle patrollers documented the 400th sea turtle nest of the 2026 nesting season. Coincidenta…

July 2, 2026
The Community Foundation of Sarasota County’s Board of Directors recently appointed three new members: Dane DeSantis, Greg DiDomenico and Greg Parris, each of whom will serve a three-year term. …

July 2, 2026
Calusa Waterkeeper invites Southwest Florida residents and community members to its Q3 State of Our Water meeting, offering an inside look at ongoing conservation efforts and the health of local wat…