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In this day and age, it’s good to practice being a positive thinker

Written by Tonya Bramlage on . Posted in Health & Wellness.

If you want to make a change in your life, think about the things that matter most to you. Self-affirmation is the practice of reflecting on the things that matter to you on the deepest personal level. Gratitude journaling takes just a few minutes out of each day to write down a handful of things that you are thankful for in the present moment. Journaling may help you stay focused and committed to the changes you wish to make because you will be thinking about how your decisions affect the things that matter the most in your life. Affirmations tend to work best when you are thinking about your broader sources of meaning and purpose.

THE ISLAND GOLFER: Taking up golf? A better chance for success if you excel at tennis

Written by Scott Cotherman on . Posted in Columns, Sports & Outdoors.

Long dubbed country club sports, tennis and golf experienced a resurgence in popularity in the past 20 months due to pandemic-related dynamics. Both sports have risen from a consistent decline over two decades and are now seen as safe outdoor recreational activities for the vaccinated and unvaccinated alike. The Omicron variant of the Covid virus […]

DOG LIFE: Food and treats for your dog

Written by Harry Kalajian, MDT on . Posted in Columns, Opinion.

This topic is very controversial. Everyone, including pet food companies, claims to have the best food for dogs.The truth is, it depends on the individual dog. As long as your dog likes it and has no allergies to the ingredients in the food, it’s fine to give it to him. If you have a puppy, […]

A year of acknowledgment and celebration planned for Boca Grande Health Clinic

Written by Boca Grande Health Clinic on . Posted in Health & Wellness.

From our earliest days working out of a small room above the Railroad Depot, the Boca Grande Health Clinic set out to provide personal, compassionate care. 2022 marks an important milestone as we celebrate 75 years providing medical care to year-round and seasonal residents, vacation homeowners and employees, in our beautiful island paradise. In tribute […]

Island TV brings you ‘A history of the Temp’

Written by T Michele Walker on . Posted in Community History, News.

To honor and preserve the rich history of the island, Rick Montgomery of Island TV for Boca Grande has produced a series called “Island Icons.” Thanks to the efforts of Jim Blaha, the Boca Grande Historical Society, Jim and Karen Grace, future generations will be able to have access to the important history of the island.
“The History of the Temptation,” which is currently available on Island TV is a captivating episode of the series. Beautifully narrated by Jim Grace, the show walks the audience through the restaurant, pointing out the rich history contained within the walls of the iconic restaurant.

‘An Evening of Music’ pairs The Hermitage and Royal Palm Players

Written by T Michele Walker on . Posted in Entertainment.

Royal Palm Players’ sponsors are in for a rare and exciting opportunity to experience an evening with some of the world’s leading artists right here in Boca Grande. The Hermitage Artist Retreat will start the New Year with a full slate of early 2022 programs featuring new and returning Hermitage Fellows, from Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright […]

Flipped truck, water rescue call and a towel on fire top the lists this week for Boca Grande Fire Department

Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Police & Fire.

The Boca Grande Fire Department responded to numerous calls this week, including multiple alarm calls and ambulance calls. The highlights, though, are as follows: On Friday, Dec. 31 the fire department responded to a call of a kayak flipped over with two adults and two children in the water. While they were all wearing life […]

Cashier by day, author at night: ‘The Secret Bully Patrol’ and Kathy Auman

Written by T Michele Walker on . Posted in News.

You never know who you’re going to run into while shopping in Boca Grande. From artists to presidents to television celebrities, the island is a gathering of talent from all walks of life. Imagine checking out at Hudson’s and J.K. Rowling (famed “Harry Potter” author) rings up your groceries. You don’t have to imagine any longer, because Kathy Auman, who works as a cashier at Hudson’s, has just published her first children’s book called “The Secret Bully Patrol.”