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Two more historic banyans removed from Banyan Street this week
April 30, 2026
Photos show work this week to remove the trees. Below, looking east from Gilchrist Ave. Photos by Dusty & Cheryl
This week, two more ancient banyan trees had to be removed from Banyan Street…
Still no easy spaces in Lee/Charlotte parking discussion
April 30, 2026
Seasonal shifts discussed; ordinance explained as ‘living document’
Charlotte and Lee County commissioners discussed seasonal adjustments and the possibility of additional parking on a state-ow…
Charlotte extends discussion period for parking
April 30, 2026
The Boca Grande parking ordinance was added to the Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners agenda for the Tuesday, April 28 regular meeting after Monday’s joint meeting with Lee County’s comm…
Bridge traffic up, but revenue slightly down
April 30, 2026
While traffic is up for the Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority, revenue is down.
The figures were reported at their quarterly board meeting, held Thursday April 23, in the offices of the Authori…
Maker’s Mark at The Temp
April 30, 2026
Maker’s Mark was at The Temp on Thursday last week for a complimentary tasting. They hand-dipped glasses in their legendary red wax and engraved special bottles purchased.
Photos by Cheryl
Lemon Bay High spring concert salutes America 250
April 30, 2026
The Lemon Bay High School band will present a spring concert Thursday, May 7, at the Lemon Bay Performing Arts Center, featuring a program celebrating the sound, spirit and story of America as the n…
2026 Coral Creek Club Champions
April 30, 2026
Congratulations to Whitney Lancaster and Jim Johnson in the 2026 Ladies and Men’s Club Championship at Coral Creek for the two day competition.
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New President at Lemon Bay Golf Club
April 30, 2026
Lemon Bay Golf Club marked a leadership transition as Brian Corcoran, a legacy member, stepped into the role of President, succeeding Meg Taylor, also a valued legacy member. In recognition of her y…
Tennis competition all the way from Miami
April 30, 2026
Each year, Paula Barth brings a group to Boca Grande from Miami for tennis. This is a decade old tradition. The friendly competition was held this year at Boca Bay Pass Club. Shown above from left…
Call 811 for digging
April 30, 2026
Sunshine 811 is Florida’s “call before you dig” notification center designed to prevent damage to underground utility lines. Call two days before digging.
Visit sunshine811.com to learn more abou…










