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Pigskin Pick ’em League

September 8, 2022
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Water rate hikes eminent …speak your piece now

September 8, 2022
If you have a wish to protest the proposed rate hike by the Gasparilla Island Water Association for fiscal year 2023, you have to make sure your rate and charge protest is filed in writing to the Le…

Smoke on the water … and fire in the sky

September 8, 2022
Boca Grande businessman Pearce Presnell took this photo from his back lanai on Wednesday night, as a wildfire raged just on the other side of Coral Creek, not too far off island. Pearce said the fir…

FPSC shoots down proposal to reconsider barrier island sewer

September 8, 2022
On Thursday, Sept. 8 the Florida Public Service Commission vetoed a proposal to reconsider their original vote regarding the installation of a central sewage system on Charlotte County barrier islan…

The Boca Grande Club looks a little different as of late … here’s why

September 8, 2022
The Boca Grande Club is changing out its ficus hedge for new pitch-apple trees. The old hedge has been in place for about 25 years, but it was deteriorating, the result of not being a native plant…

The Grande Chorus takes the stage!

September 8, 2022
By Elaine Skypala Everybody sings. Maybe you are the guest who sings the loudest congratulations when they sneak out the birthday cake at the restaurant, or maybe you are just happy to get the fr…

‘American Pickers’ is coming back to Florida, and they need your help to fill the season

September 8, 2022
The popular History Channel show “American Pickers” is returning to Florida and plans to film episodes throughout our area in December. If you already think you’re out of the running, remember th…

Think the island is sinking in season?

September 8, 2022
While it seems like there are more visitors than ever, our population has actually decreased In the last few years, many Boca Grande residents have felt like the island was going to sink with the…

Seashells: the jewels of Florida’s beaches

September 8, 2022
Submitted by the Barrier Island Parks Society Seashells have been a part of the culture in Southwest Florida for centuries. Just under 400 different species of shell have been identified in South…

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: A new season of learning, music and much more in our area …

September 8, 2022
While the social opportunities are few and far between at the moment, announcements from several local off-island organizations have proven that the 2022-23 season is going to be amazing. Here are j…