Editorial
EDITORIAL: The power of the press, the power of the people
May 8, 2020
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – If you were to go back in a time machine to February 1 and be able to talk to the person you were back then, imagine the conversation you would have. Things we never thought wer…
GUEST EDITORIAL: A different kind of Holy Week
April 3, 2020
BY I am writing this on April Fools’ Day. Yet, none of us are fools during this time. The rise of COVID-19 has given all of us time to think and process. For my spouse Joy and I, we have taken a li…
EDITORIAL: Nonprofit groups need you more than ever
March 27, 2020
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – It seems like each week we experience a new phase in the COVID-19 crisis. From a lack of groceries to a constant battle with ourselves not to touch our faces, so many every day …
Editor’s Note: What a difference a week can make
March 20, 2020
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – Last week in this same spot on the front page we had two cancellations in our social calendar, with a mention of a third, due to COVID-19 concerns. This week the spot is taken u…
EDITORIAL: A time to think, a time to plan
March 20, 2020
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – Did you ever think things would get this crazy? Just a couple of weeks ago we were worried about things that seem so inconsequential now. Whether you believe this virus threat i…
EDITORIAL: Be kind, patient and polite if using the new dog park
February 28, 2020
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – Rumor around the watering hole is that the “new” Boca Grande Dog Park is already open for business, fences be hanged. It’s a good feeling to know the tradition will be carrying …
GUEST EDITORIAL: A million-dollar incentive gift for Suncoast
February 14, 2020
SUBMITTED BY SUNCOAST HUMANE SOCIETY – Suncoast Humane Society (SHS) is charged up to complete their Capital Campaign to build a new Animal Care Center, and they need you today. To gain even more m…
It’s the 33rd Englewood Bank & Trust Invitational Art Festival
January 17, 2020
To the Editor: It’s hard to believe that a tiny group of local artists would start an art show 33 years ago which would become the incredible fine-art exhibit that it is today. Everyone is getting…
Items needed for soldier shoeboxes
January 17, 2020
To the Editor: St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church is getting ready to send Valentine’s Day care packages to U.S. military troops serving in the Middle East, and your help is needed. The following items …
Many thanks from young writer Hampton B.
January 17, 2020
To the Editor: I want to say thank you for all of your help. You are so nice to tell others about my book. I could not have had the opportunities with out your help. You guys do such a great job ea…