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Real Estate: House at 4511 Shore Lane sells for $21 million
August 29, 2024
A beachfront estate on Shore Lane sold this month for $21 million, marking one of the highest property sales in the area. Carol Stewart of Michael Saunders & Company represented both the …
Sidewalk extension discussed between Kappy’s, Gulf Shores
August 29, 2024
Charlotte County officials are working to help with pedestrian safety at the north end of the island on Gasparilla Road.
The discussion began with the possibility of creating a cross-walk acros…
Island merchants hold summer sales in last days of August
August 29, 2024
While some restaurants and businesses are closed this time of year, many are still open and are rolling out sales during this Labor Day weekend and beyond.
“There’s a lot to offer at great pri…
Watch mail for TRIM notices; not a bill but an estimate
August 29, 2024
Notices of Proposed Property Taxes, or TRIM (Truth in Millage) have been sent out to Lee and Charlotte County property owners.
These notices include each property’s market, assessed and taxabl…
50,000 expected at Boca H20 Saturday
August 29, 2024
No permit required, but fire, sheriff and Coast Guard present
Possibly over 50,000 people are anticipated to attend the Boca H20 Music Festival, to be held on Saturday just off the north end of…
State Park ideas withdrawn; input still needed on future plan
August 29, 2024
A state-wide Great Outdoors Initiative by Florida Department of Environmental Protection, which aims to add amenities like golf and pickleball to several Florida State Parks, does not affect our n…
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Michigan to Boca Grande Preschool, Jackie Eby
August 29, 2024
Being known as a jack of all trades is a good thing. It means you are versatile, resourceful, multi-talented and able to move smoothly from one helpful thing to another. The Boca Grande Preschool …
Golf carts fore-bidden on roadways
August 29, 2024
New signs reminding residents that golf carts are prohibited on certain stretches of Gasparilla Island were placed this week, at locations including the beginning of the Lee County line. Tim Engst…
Fust Library closed temporarily from Sept. 23 to Oct. 1
August 29, 2024
Johann Fust Community Library will be closed temporarily beginning Monday, Sept. 23, while the Fust Foundation conducts preventative maintenance. The work is expected to take one week, and the lib…
Letters: Appreciation for Delores Savas on windmills
August 29, 2024
To the Editor:
I wish to thank Ms. Savas for her eye-opening article on wind turbines (Aug. 23, 2024 issue). The inefficiency, number one. The harm even one can cause when it is damaged and bre…