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October 20, 2022
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Aries: It’s been what feels like a long time since you were able to drive down a road without thinking about the deadfall in Stephen King’s “Pet Cemetery,” which gives y…
A message from the Boca Grande Disaster Recovery Committee
October 14, 2022
There is much work ahead of us to restore the business community of Boca Grande. Through generous initial contributions provided by residents, a need-based fund has been established to focus on the…
Hurricane Ian Ballyhoo: A lot of info you need to know
October 14, 2022
HURRICANE IAN ASSISTANCE FROM THE BOCA GRANDE WOMAN’S CLUB IS AVAILABLE BY FILLING OUT AN APPLICATION FOUND AT BOCAGRANDEWOMANSCLUB.ORG, BY PICKING UP AN APPLICATION AT THE BOCA GRANDE FIRE DEPARTME…
Feeding the hungry hard workers trying to rebuild it all
October 14, 2022
In the time following a disaster, food can serve as a symbol of love and appreciation. That symbolism can be seen all over Boca Grande lately.
Free or “donation only” food and drink have been sho…
Owner of Gasparilla Mobile Estates makes decision: No more park, what’s done is done
October 14, 2022
On October 10, while residents of Gasparilla Mobile Estates were busy picking up pieces of their lives from the neighborhood, the road and beyond, they received a letter they will never forget. It c…
A timeline of water and wind (GIWA and Ian)
October 13, 2022
BY MARCY SHORTUSE AND RON BOLTON
One of the basic necessities of life, one that we often overlook until it is not available, is running water. Hurricane Ian brought that fact to light in a hurry…
Lee County building damage assessments, permits and inspection guidelines
October 13, 2022
Due to both public and private damage generated by Hurricane Ian, Unincorporated Lee County is temporarily altering routine construction permitting and inspections for rebuilding.
Damage as…