Opinion
Letters from the overwhelmed side: Can’t we talk about leafblowers?
March 29, 2019
To the Editor: I composed a letter to my island neighbors recently regarding leafblowers, and how they were blowing that lovely afternoon. So many questions and concerns about our little fragile i…
GICIA asks for courtesy, safety on the Bike Path
March 22, 2019
To the Editor: The Gasparilla Island Conservation and Improvement Association continues to encourage everyone to be safe and courteous when using the Bike Path. With another wave of visitors coming…
A wonderful night for the community, and for Southwest Florida hungry
March 15, 2019
The 17th annual Taste of Boca Grande, held on February 4 at the Boca Bay Pass Club, was a wonderful night for all who attended. A lively crowd enjoyed great food and drink under a tent on the edge …
Many thanks to a generous community who love our children
March 15, 2019
To the Editor: On behalf of the board of directors, the staff, the parents and especially the young learners of the Boca Grande Preschool (previously known as the Boca Grande Child Care Center) I w…
Chowder dinner a great success, thanks to the community
March 15, 2019
To the Editor: The Island School PTO, students, teachers and staff would like to thank everyone who helped with our 5th annual Chowder Fundraiser. The event was a huge success! It really does take …
Why are north end residents neglected regarding bike path?
March 15, 2019
To the Editor: I believe the Charlotte County end of the bike path has been give very unequal treatment. The landscaping in Lee County is far more lush and attractive than it is in Charlotte County…
A rebuttal from a canine who’s just here to eat some treats
March 8, 2019
To the Editor: Regarding the AMAZING, AWESOME, WONDERFUL Boca Grande Dog Show on March 16 at the Community Center … Spike the Cat, you do me a heckin’ concern with your letter last week. Can’t we…
A Strawberry Festival ‘thanks’ and wrapup
March 8, 2019
To the Editor: The 21st annual Strawberry Festival was a huge success because of the hard work of many folks and the participation of Boca Grande residents, businesses and visitors from surrounding…
What a great ‘Taste of Boca Grande,’ and thanks to all who made it so
March 8, 2019
To the Editor: We are so humbled by the amazing support we received for The 17th annual “Taste of Boca Grande.” There are many to thank, and we hope you all know how appreciative we are! We begin w…
Senator Marco Rubio visits Mote to discuss urgent threats in Florida waters
March 1, 2019
■ SUBMITTED BY MOTE MARINE LABORATORY On February 21, Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium hosted Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) at its City Island campus to discuss urgent threats facing Florida’s oc…