Lee County quietly downgraded the speed limit on a portion of Gasparilla Road from 45 mph to 30 mph, which is the speed in town. The change happened from 17th Street to 19th Street in March. The cha…
Above, the Placida Pier as it stands after recent hurricanes. It is closed. Charlotte image
The future of the Placida Fishing Pier was discussed at the May 12 regular meeting of the Charlotte Cou…
A very happy angler Melina Chaplin onboard her son’s (Capt. Eddie Potter) boat, Podzilla, as they win this year’s Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce Ladies Day Tarpon Tournament with their second…
Above, Dr. Jim Locascio talking to the students about the acoustic receivers and how they work. Photo submitted
The Gasparilla Island Conservation and Improvement Association, in partnership with…
SUP Englewood’s “Coffee & Conservation” event series continues to bring the community together to learn about local conservation efforts and engage with experts dedicated to protecting Florida’s…
Charlotte water quality expert
Charlotte County has made a major commitment to water quality in the hiring of Brandon Moody, who carries the simple title of the county’s water quality manager. Tw…
When all the trees have been cut down, when all the animals have been hunted, when all the waters are polluted, when all the air is unsafe to breathe, only then will you discover you cannot eat mone…
BY BILLY CALDWELL
Sue Sligar and Kris Elbert celebrating Mother’s Day fishing with Capt. Cam Schurlknight catching a 130 pound tarpon. Phil Elbert and Billy Caldwell offered moral support!
