News
Chad’s got a new cut!
January 29, 2016
A new pass has finally opened on the front side lagoon of Cayo Costa, after 1 1/2 years of being closed with no water exchange, and the fish that were once trapped are now free to move to the Gu…
PROFILE: Brendan Dinan
January 29, 2016
Boca Grande resident and self-employed contractor Brendan Dinan has lived on the island for nearly ten years. His parents live on the island as well which is one reason why he decided to mo…
Suncoast Humane Society reaches 5,000 spay/neuter surgeries
January 29, 2016
To the Editor: Suncoast Humane Society’s preventive health care clinic is proud to announce that it has performed its 5,000th spay/neuter surgery. The clinic, located at 6781 San Casa Drive, Eng…
Thanks in advance from the ‘Taste’ committee
January 29, 2016
To the Editor: The committee for The Taste of Boca Grande wish to thank in advance Terry Bisset and The Boca Bay Pass Club for once again hosting the Harry Chapin Food Bank charity.
This func…
Ocean CREST to hold ‘Adopt an MPA’ fundraiser at Palm Island
January 29, 2016
BY SUE ERWIN
The Ocean CREST Alliance is teaming up with Palm Island Resort to host a fundraiser to bring together experts in environmental, civic, and philanthropy to honor people and our oc…
More than $50,000 raised at SHS Tennis Ball on Wednesday
January 29, 2016
The 8th Annual Tennis Ball, benefiting the programs, services, and homeless animals of Suncoast Humane Society, packed the house at the Boca Grande Club on January 27. More than 175 attendees en…
TIS Chowder Dinner raises more than $6,000 for school PTO
January 29, 2016
TIS teacher Rebecca Blalock serving up some chowder.
BY MARCY SHORTUSE
The weather was chilly and blustery, which only heightened the community’s desire to partake in a steaming bowl of chowd…
Taste, taste, taste …
January 22, 2016
■ BY MARCY SHORTUSE
This is part two in a three-part series featuring each restaurant representing their deliciousness at the 2016 Taste of Boca Grande. The event will be hel…
Water Association says new treatment facilities are in the works
January 22, 2016
■ BY SUE ERWIN The Gasparilla Island Water Association announced its intention to replace and expand its current water treatment facilities at its annual membership meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 19. GIW…
Blessing of the Animals to be held this Sunday
January 22, 2016
■ STAFF REPORT Due to inclement weather last Sunday, the Blessing of the Animals has been rescheduled to this Sunday, Jan. 24. The island churches will host this year’s ecumenical “Blessing of the A…