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■ BY SUE ERWIN Several residents and visitors to the island were experiencing the cough and throat tickle indicative of red tide symptoms this week, and low concentrations of the wicked stuff have been confirmed. Dr. Tracy Fanara, manager of the environmental health program at Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, said low concentrations of the […]
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■ BY MARCY SHORTUSE Never underestimate the power of children who love to fish. This was the eighth year that fact was proven, as 23 tarpon were released from 10 of the 35 boats that fished the 2018 Gasparilla Island Kids Classic. The ages of the children ranged from 5 to 15, with 131 children […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN Kris Boyden, manager at The Palm on Park Lilly Pulitzer Signature Store, had quite a scare when she was finishing her day up at the store on Monday, June 4. She was taking some recyclables out the back door at the store that leads to an alley where the communications tower […]
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■ SUBMITTED BY BONNIE PRINGLE Why does GIWA flush fire hydrants? We only flush hydrants to maintain the highest quality of drinking water for our members. When water remains in pipes too long, it may begin to pick up off-tastes, exhibit odors or discoloration, or most importantly, result in a gradual breakdown or loss of […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN Boca Grande Sea Turtle Association patrol volunteers didn’t experience the usual pleasant experience of patrolling their zones this week. Several suffered from coughing and sneezing, while seeing many different species of dead fish due to low concentrations of red tide detected around the island. As of press time, the association reported […]
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■ STAFF REPORT The Gasparilla Island Water Association has announced it will be replacing aging clay gravity sewer and water lines on Third Street and on Palm Avenue this summer. Rusty Plumbing, Inc. has been contracted to complete to project along with GIWA staff. The clay gravity sewer lines have been in service since 1972 […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN You may have heard him talk about fishing tips on the radio, caught a glimpse of him on Big Water Adventures television show or spotted him out fishing in Boca Grande Pass. No matter where he may be, he’s the guy known for one main thing – chasin’ tail. Capt. Chris […]
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■ STAFF REPORT The Johann Fust Community Library is offering the following free programs for children in June: • Stories Alive with Windell Campbell – 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 20 at the Boca Grande Community Center. Windell Campbell takes the audience on an exciting journey using his voice and puppets to bring stories alive. For […]
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To the Editor: This is in response to the letter to the editor regarding the recent exit of our local private-pay assistants from My Halo. Many thanks go out to Michael and Grace and their team for their compassionate care. Though our friends with island ties will definitely be missed, there are other options for […]
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To the Editor: I would like to take the opportunity to thank everyone for their cards, love, and support. Thank you especially for the amazing orchids, they were Bob’s favorite. I don’t think he truly was aware of all of the lives that he touched on and off the island. My incredible staff and I […]