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Bridge could see 25 percent drop in traffic, revenue
August 22, 2025
The Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority met for their quarterly board meeting on Thursday, Aug. 14, to discuss not only future finances, but to discuss drainage and the strengthening of the Causeway…
New Michael Saunders offices in Englewood; Chamber Meeting
August 22, 2025
The Englewood Area Chamber of Commerce August Fun After Five was held at Michael Saunders new offices at 684 S. Indiana Avenue in Englewood.
The August 13 event was a combined ribbon…
Drainage issues addressed by GIBA Board at quarterly meeting
August 22, 2025
The Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority voted to address hurricane drainage issues on Gasparilla Road, near Kappy’s, at their August 14 meeting.
After hurricanes Ian, Helene and Milton, the stand…
Parking steps outlined by Lee County admin
August 21, 2025
Lee County administration is working on the details of a new parking ordinance for Boca Grande.
Currently, the ordinance is not yet enforceable. It reads, “Nothing herein precludes Lee Coun…
Recognizing the value of tourism dollars for Florida
August 21, 2025
The recent decision by Lee County Commissioners to eliminate a majority of the island’s beach access parking for visitors was a shock to many, and has reverberated through social media and the local…
Master schedules set for 2026 tarpon tournament season
August 21, 2025
The schedule has been set for the 2026 Boca Grande tarpon tournaments, one of the island’s most cherished community traditions. The season is organized collectively by the Boca Grande Area Chamber o…
Wheeler pickleball construction begins in September
August 21, 2025
Construction will begin Tuesday, Sept. 2, on a $1.7 million renovation project at Wheeler Road Community Park in Boca Grande. The project will replace the park’s two tennis courts with three pickleb…
Invasive Species: Help protect natives
August 21, 2025
Editor’s Note: This is the second of six weekly wildlife articles submitted by the Barrier Island Parks Society to raise awareness.
Invasive animals, like Ctenosaura similis, the black spiny-tail…
Emergency operations group on Gasparilla will meet Wednesday, Aug. 27
August 21, 2025
The Island Emergency Operations Committee will meet Wednesday, Aug. 27 at 10 a.m. They will discuss quicker access post-storm to begin recovery, communications, safety and working together to stream…
Boca Grande has new overweight policy at Bridge
August 21, 2025
To meet the changing needs of the Boca Grande community, the Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority board approved a revised Overweight Vehicle Policy at their August 14, 2025, meeting. The intent of th…