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Marianne Wottreng (nee Lesch), beloved wife of Anton Wottreng and loving mother of Anton “Tony” Wottreng and Monika (John) Martini, passed away on July 24, 2020 at the age of 86. She was born on April 22, 1934. She was the devoted grandmother of Michelle Brennan, Melody Schlanser and John and Mike Martini. Marianne is also survived by numerous loving great-grandchildren; her dear sister, Helen Lesch; and the […]
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STAFF REPORT- The tropics have become very active this year, and the first storm that looks as though it could be a threat to us is a potential tropical cyclone churning its way toward Florida the Atlantic Ocean.
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BY OLIVIA CAMERON- Residents of Charlotte County and Lee County should be preparing to cast their primary election votes on Tuesday, August 18. The primary elections benefit the nominees running for state, county or district offices. As a “closed primary” state, Florida allows only voters registered under a political party affiliation to place votes. All […]
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BY OLIVIA CAMERON- The year 2020 began with record-breaking temperatures in Southwest Florida, with highs 3 degrees hotter than the previous record in January alone. There’s no chance of records highs dissipating in the weeks to come, either. When local temperatures average at 90 degrees Fahrenheit in the afternoon, there is a chance of developing […]
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BY OLIVIA CAMERON- Sunscreen products are often displayed near the front in local markets, where people can readily pick up a tube and head to the beach. Sunscreen lotions and sprays were designed to protect us from the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation, but they do no justice in protecting our marine life. According to […]
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From menus to matinees… BY OLIVIA CAMERON- Throughout her life, Kathy Kelleher has been drawn to the theatre. As managing director for the Royal Palm Players, she’s worked behind the scenes to accomplish RPP’s mission to entertain, educate and engage the Boca Grande community. Her childhood memories consist of growing up on the coast of […]
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BY MARCY SHORTUSE- Just as school preparations were beginning for students and parents, several area school districts have decided to push the start date for classes back to August 31. Charlotte, Sarasota and Desoto Counties had already made the decision before this week, but the Lee County School District held their meeting on Thursday, July […]
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BY MARCY SHORTUSE- As work continues on the Gasparilla Inn Beach Club and surrounding property, it’s starting to become easier to see what the lay of the land will be. The beautiful new club and Gulf-side cottages are starting to come to life. Island residents and visitors have been curious as to what is going […]
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BY OLIVIA CAMERON- Last week, the Suncoast Humane Society shelter met an unexpected change when their crew set out to rescue four dozen dogs from Puerto Rico. Island Dog Rescue previously revealed an extensive rescue mission for many cats and dogs from the island who were left to roam without any shelter space.
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To the Editor: At a press conference earlier this week, Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium leadership provided exciting updates regarding the planned Mote Science Education Aquarium (Mote SEA) at Nathan Benderson Park. Updates included sharing remastered renderings of the iconic facility, announcing a major milestone in the Oceans for All campaign in support of Mote […]