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IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Let’s talk about croquet with Hans for a minute …

November 4, 2022
Almost everyone has a memory of playing croquet as a child, probably in their grandmother’s yard. Hans Peterson thinks it is time to make some new memories, this time on the Boca Grande Community …

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: BOCA GRANDE NORTH AND THE CHALLENGES IT FACES AFTER IAN

October 28, 2022
Being the president of your homeowners’ association can be a rewarding position, but it can also be a demanding one. Following Hurricane Ian, Ken Burnette, president of the Boca Grande North Condo…

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Hurricane Ian was the houseguest that just wouldn’t leave

October 13, 2022
Hurricane Ian was the ninth named storm, fourth hurricane and second major hurricane of the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season. Those facts seem so matter of fact when you look out your window and see…

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Sandi Firtion

September 22, 2022
Sandi Firtion claims she is a frustrated tour guide, but anyone who has watched her give a tour at the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse does not see any frustration. They see a star-quality tour guide….

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Lauren Ringeisen

September 16, 2022
Things are really hopping at the Friends of Boca Grande Community Center. The upcoming season of lectures, films, fitness events, concerts and so much more has recently been announced, the phones …

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: A new season of learning, music and much more in our area …

September 8, 2022
While the social opportunities are few and far between at the moment, announcements from several local off-island organizations have proven that the 2022-23 season is going to be amazing. Here are…

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Tonya Huber

September 1, 2022
Teaching is something Tonya Huber loves. She has been doing it in one form or another for 30 years. Now she has brought this love to The Island School, where she teaches Spanish and English langua…

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: RON BOLTON

August 26, 2022
Poets, artists, philosophers, explorers and environmentalists have all recognized the importance of water to our lives. Ronald Bolton, director of the Gasparilla Island Water Authority (GIWA), is …

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Dr. Ray Ledon

August 19, 2022
Dr. Ray Ledon has a story to tell. In fact, he has a whole lifetime of stories, and many are contained in a book he has written. The book was published in 2018 by Advantage Media Group, Charleston…

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: R.N. Lindsay Dalton 

August 11, 2022
There is a new face at the Boca Grande Health Clinic.  Say “hello” to the new registered nurse, Lindsay Dalton. Nurse Lindsay has been a part of the clinic staff for about a month and is excited t…