LETTER TO THE EDITOR: A tribute to local artist and historian Patti Middleton
To the Editor:
During the past six years we were very fortunate to spend time with this special lady. As soon as Patti would get out of the hospital or care facility she would arrive at the History C…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Many thanks for a terrific prom, from grateful parents
To the Editor:
As parents of this year’s senior class at Lemon Bay High School, we would like to issue a heartfelt thank you to our local businesses and community for pulling off a wonderful prom for…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Please respect our beaches, take out what you bring in
To the Editor:
Diapers. Sandals. Broken glass. These are just a few of the things that I find on a regular basis when I walk the beaches of Boca Grande. The trash shown here contains not only the thi…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: FWC launches the new Florida fishing pier finder
To the Editor:
Are you looking for a place to fish from shore? Check out the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s new Florida Fishing Pier Finder, an interactive map that allows angler…
Is the fate of the NHR proposal sealed? Appeal filed, but state announces that more than half of residents in the district have objected to the nomination
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – Word from Tallahassee this week is that the controversial National Register of Historic Places nomination that was proposed by Sarasota resident Mikki Hartig is no longer viable…
The loss of a legendary artist and friend: Rest well, Patti Middleton
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – It’s amazing how such a diminutive body can wield such a mighty soul, but everyone who met Patti Middleton recognized her tremendous spirit. The tiny body that could get easily lo…
Like two peas in a pod and birds of a feather, this mother and daughter paint together … celebrating Mother’s Day
BY TONYA BRAMLAGE – For countless artists their mothers were their first unofficial art teachers, whether they provided actual instructions or encouraged their creativity by example. So, what exactly…
Dog park plans unveiled
BY T MICHELE WALKER – The Boca Grande Community Center Auditorium was a hopping place on Friday, April 30 as Lee County Parks and Recreation held another public meeting to view plans for the proposed…
Our nurses set the bar for quality care
BY CEO MARK DRISCOLL, BOCA GRANDE HEALTH CLINIC – You may have noticed that healthcare is full of recognition days and events both big and small – from heart month, to women’s health week, to nationa…
