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Mane attraction: Horse visit on Gasparilla Island On Saturday, July 27, two horses were on the beach north of 17th Street. Lee County Ordinance 20-27 prohibits equestrian riding in county parks except in areas specifically designated for such activity or in the case of special events. Photo Gretchen Holla
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The Lee County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted proposed maximum millages for the 2024-2025 fiscal year property taxes at the Tuesday, July 30 County Commission meeting. The proposed rates for the Truth In Millage (TRIM) notice and set budget public hearing dates were passed 4-0 with Commissioner Brian Hamman absent. The proposed millage rate for […]
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The Island School will be back in session on Monday, Aug. 12 for the first day of school. There will be a “Meet the Teacher” open house from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 8. Families will begin in the multipurpose room of the community center, where parents can drop off their completed […]
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The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board will meet at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 14. to discuss plans for what would be the 3rd Street Bistro, the former Mimi’s. Mimi’s 3rd Street Grille moved out of the location, 310 East Railroad Ave., the weekend of July 27th. The agenda item is SCA2024-00010. The only other […]
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Many of our readers will be of the variety of persons who watch or read English murder mysteries. In many of those dramas, there is a scene, usually on Saturday, when all the suspects can be seen at the church bazaar. At that time, the churchyard and parish hall are used for town events. At […]
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Friends and family invite you to join in celebrating the life of Jack Hamilton. Jack lived a remarkable life surrounding himself with family, friends, love for all his standard poodles and so much joy. His legacy will continue to inspire. On September 8, 2024, at 2 p.m. in the Woman’s Club Room, Boca Grande Community […]
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Robert F. “Bob” Edic, born on June 22, 1945, passed away on July 21, 2024, at his home in Gulf Cove, FL. He was surrounded by his loving family, with his final days filled with love and cherished memories. In Bob’s words, he sincerely appreciated all the kindness and memories shared, hearing the eulogy while […]
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In 1612, the English writer Henry Peacham wrote about the dolphin in the book “Minerva Britanna.” The book, quite forgotten, is filled with anagrams and codes, all set in an environment of Elizabethan mysteries and fairy magic. Think airport soduku book of the Shakespeare era, with illustrations and poetry. One poem is about the friendly […]
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A new crosswalk at the Range Light, mid-island, will help visitors to the historic tower during the tourist season. “It gets really busy,” said Sharon McKenzie, executive director of Barrier Island Parks Society, which operates the Range Light, and opens it in the cooler season. As part of Lee County Tourist Development grants, BIPS was […]
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Weekly real estate stats from Englewood Board of Realtors, 7/14/24 to 7/20/24 for zips 33946, 33947 and 33921