Opinion
Editorial: GICIA asks everyone to consider the importance of Mercabo purchase
November 27, 2015
BY MISTY NICHOLS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE GICIA
The GICIA has set its sights on Mercabo (the 30-acre parcel at the entrance to the Boca Grande Causeway). With the threat of development looming…
GICIA asks everyone to consider the importance of Mercabo purchase
November 27, 2015
■ BY MISTY NICHOLS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE GICIA
The GICIA has set its sights on Mercabo (the 30-acre parcel at the entrance to the Boca Grande Causeway). With the threat of development lo…
Are outboards changing the landscape of the sandbar?
October 23, 2015
To the Editor:
I might be mistaken, but I have recently noticed, crossing the second bridge heading toward Boca, and looking to my left next to where numerous “redneck yacht club” outings have be…
Southwest Florida scientists tracking changes in red tide
October 2, 2015
To the Editor:
Mote Marine Laboratory scientists in Southwest Florida and others along Florida’s Gulf Coast are closely monitoring counts of red tide algae, after noting low-level increases o…
Public input requested reference village parking
October 2, 2015
SUBMITTED BY THE GASPARILLA ISLAND CONSERVATION AND IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
As we begin to feel the changes that fall brings to the island, we eagerly anticipate the return of our winter residen…
Mangrove Chapter to discuss that old favorite, goldenrod
September 25, 2015
To the Editor:
Please join the Mangrove Chapter of FNPS for a presentation on “Various Species of Goldenrod.” Guest speakers will be Al Squires and Denny Girard. Known locally as “The Den…
Thank you to all for supporting the Newman family
September 25, 2015
To the Editor:
On behalf of Richard Newman’s family we would like to express our gratitude and appreciation for all the love, kindness, and thoughtful gestures all of you have bestowe…
Lee County to offer tax seminars and more this fall
September 18, 2015
To the Editor:
The Lee County Tax Collector’s Office will offer community education seminars this fall, focusing on property taxes, driver licenses, vehicle registration and concealed weapons…
What does Native American Day mean, exactly?
September 18, 2015
BY MARCY SHORTUSE
September is an odd month for holidays. There’s not much going on for most people, with the exception of Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur a…