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Stump Pass beach supporters sought for new organization
April 27, 2018
■ BY SUE ERWIN – A public meeting was held at Stump Pass Beach State Park on Tuesday, April 24 to determine the level of interest residents have to form a nonprofit organization in support of the p…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Many thanks from Carolyn
April 27, 2018
To the Editor, Boca Bay Pass Club Members and Staff: I would love to thank all those who participated in the hilarious Tennis Dinner – This is your Life, Carolyn Gumula. Your countless hours of pra…
Historical Society elects new directors, discusses archive system at annual meeting
April 27, 2018
BY SUE ERWIN – The Boca Grande Historical Society elected four new directors at its annual meeting on Thursday, April 19. President Karen Grace was accepted a nomination for a second three-year ter…
Support BIPS at the 2018 Giving Challenge this Tuesday
April 27, 2018
The Community Foundation of Sarasota County presents the 2018 Giving Challenge on Tuesday, May 1 and Wednesday, May 2. This year, the Barrier Island Parks Society has been selected to be a part of …
Take note: Friends of Boca Grande theater event rescheduled
April 27, 2018
■ STAFF REPORT – The Friends of the Boca Grande Community Center has announced a change of date for the National Theatre Live “Salome’” event that was originally planned for Monday, April 23. It wi…
Jay Joiner Memorial Belt Buckle format to change after many years
April 27, 2018
■ BY MARCY SHORTUSE – The captain who wins the prestigious Jay Joiner Memorial Belt Buckle this year will have a much bigger claim to fame, as the format for competition has now changed. According …
Literature Forum selections for 2018-19 announced
April 27, 2018
After screening and discussing scores of books, the Literature Forum Steering Committee has selected the following works of fiction, covering a wide range of subjects and writing styles, for their …
Reduction in water usage required by GIWA
April 27, 2018
■ SUBMITTED BY GIWA DIRECTOR BONNIE PRINGLE – Gasparilla Island Water Association, Inc.’s current ten-year water withdrawal permit from the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) incl…
Obituary Dean L. Beckstead
April 27, 2018
Laurier Donald Dean Beckstead, 74, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at his home on Palm Island surrounded by loved ones. He was born on July 18, 1943. …
‘Rosie the Riveter’ inspires a new generation of women: Artist Brendan Coudal recaptures the iconic image of WWII poster for 2018 Ladies Day
April 27, 2018
BY NICOLE COUDAL – In 2017, Brendan Coudal was considering which artwork to submit for the ‘call to artists’ for the 2018 Ladies Day Tarpon Tournament. If selected, it would be his 8th time as the…