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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…

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. Photos submitted

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…

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…

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…

April 30, 2026
May is the launch of our formal tarpon season. The fish have been here, but the mob is coming now. We will enjoy some good fishing if we can stay out of each other’s way. Please respect the tarpon…

April 30, 2026
Democracy cannot survive overpopulation. Human dignity cannot survive it. Convenience and decency cannot survive it. As you put more and more people in the world, the value of life not only declines…

April 23, 2026
Boca Bay Pass Club held their Annual Tennis Dinner last week as they celebrated the tennis community and those who make it all happen. This year it was complete with a personalized song! Shown here…

April 23, 2026
Will Cross and Cole Lindsey shown here at the Spring 2026 Under Armour Jr. Tournament held at Buffalo Creek Golf Course in Palmetto. Photo submitted

April 23, 2026
The Boca Grande Fishing Guides Association held a kickoff party for the tarpon season in Boca Grande at Whidden’s Marina. The Saturday, April 18, party included locals and visitors, about 200 in tot…