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Obituary: Ann Snyder
October 30, 2020
Ann Bross Snyder, born February 28,1932, passed away peacefully in the presence of John Snyder, her deeply devoted husband of 64 years. Ann and John were lifelong partners since meeting as teenagers…
PROFILE: Lisa Ianita and Paula Marum of Sisters’!
October 30, 2020
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere… BY OLIVIA CAMERON- What makes Boca Grande unique isn’t just the paradise appeal or the proximity of the beach. It’s the people. Each story told is one piece of the is…
New information comes to light regarding Gilchrist, NHR
October 23, 2020
BY MARCY SHORTUSE- An interesting matter has arisen in the case of the nomination of portions of the residential historic district of Boca Grande to the National Historic Register, and it even has Le…
Island resident receives alleged ‘Proud Boys’ email
October 23, 2020
BY OLIVIA CAMERON AND MARCY SHORTUSE- An item in national headlines hit home recently, as an island resident reported receiving an email in regard to political affiliation, allegedly sent by the orga…
GIBA, Inn Beach Club renovation create road closures
October 23, 2020
BY MARCY SHORTUSE- Road construction and detours can now be found at the north end and in the downtown area of the island, as several roadway projects are taking place. The Gasparilla Island Bridge A…
The long road to recovery: Dealing with the lingering effects of COVID-19
October 23, 2020
BY THOMAS J. ERVIN, MD- Doctors across the world are still trying to understand the long-term implications of COVID-19 – what health effects may look like after recovery, what impacts may resolve and…
Looking for Veteran’s Day stories, photos
October 23, 2020
STAFF REPORT- As Veteran’s Day approaches, we are asking our readers to submit stories and photos to honor their family or friends who served, and who have island ties. The deadline for submissions w…
Back to the sunshine: Are you ready?
October 23, 2020
BY THOMAS ERVIN, MD- Rain. Rain, rain, and more rain. September was a month of rain. Four named storms surrounded us and more followed us through October. The culverts were full. Ducks and ibis were…
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission updates stone crab rules
October 23, 2020
To the Editor: Several recreational and commercial stone crab regulation changes went into effect recently, just in time for the Oct. 15 season start date.
PROFILE: Alyssa Brocker
October 23, 2020
Service with a smile at The Inn Bakery… BY OLIVIA CAMERON- For many people in Boca Grande, a steaming latte and a glazed donut might be just a pit stop along the way. But for The Inn Bakery’s Alyss…