News
J.McLaughlin store opens!
February 20, 2025
The beautiful, newly refurbished J.McLaughlin store is now open! They wish to thank you for the warm welcome received from the community and are excited to be back and very grateful for your enthusi…
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Love for New England forests and wife Mary
February 20, 2025
Wade Staniar
From the time he was quite young, Wade Staniar has had a special affection for trees. In fact, he would say he had a passion for them. That passion led to a career in forestry, land…
Board of County Commissioners raise Boca Grande parking restrictions
February 18, 2025
A surprise item appeared during today’s Lee County Board of County Commissioners meeting regarding the addition of public parking restrictions in Boca Grande and on Gilchrist Avenue.
A number of…
Orlington Sinclair wins red ribbon
February 13, 2025
Orlington Sinclair, son of Carlington Sinclair, was awarded the L.A. Ainger M.S. 8th grade Advanced Art Class/Charlotte County red ribbon.
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Books & Things
February 13, 2025
Ahead: Evan Thomas
Road to Surrender: Three Men and the Countdown to the End of World War II by American journalist Evan Thomas is at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 26 Thomas takes us on the “Road…
Just for Fun: Sprinkle-filled cookbook by Florida author coming this March
February 13, 2025
Just Add Sprinkles: A Colorful Collection of Fun and Easy Desserts, by Florida author Taryn Camp is coming out this March.
Taryn Camp is the creator of the blog Life and Sprinkles and has been fe…
Heart disease awareness for this February
February 13, 2025
Heart disease is serious, but the good news is that it’s preventable. Making small but meaningful lifestyle changes can protect your heart and improve your overall well-being.
This Heart Month, t…
Josh Whitman, University of Illinois
February 13, 2025
Josh Whitman, Director of Athletics for the University of Illinois, spoke to the Boca Grande Men’s Club on Thursday, Feb. 13. He is pictured here with Secretary Sam Skinner, at left, a graduate of I…
GICIA Bike Path Update
February 13, 2025
The walking path is officially OPEN!
Please continue to use caution while using the GICIA Bike Path. Crews will finish correcting the steep, washed-out areas along the Charlotte County stretch…
Lee purchases conservation lands
February 13, 2025
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to authorize staff to pursue the purchase of two parcels, including an 80.5-acre parcel in Bokeelia, for the Conservation 20/20 land acquisition p…