Written by Angela McPhillips on . Posted in Profiles.
Rural parish priest in Boca Grande For someone who has spent more than four decades in parish ministry, the Rev. Geoffrey Piper describes his life’s work with a simple phrase: “That’s my stock in trade,” he said, laughing. “Like some people collect butterflies, postage stamps, coins – I collect people.” It is a line that […]
Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Breaking News, News, Police & Fire.
The island has had a number of reports of recent thefts from unlocked cars, including watches and wallets. On Wednesday, Jan. 14, just after 11 a.m., Lee County Deputy David Scozzafava responded to Gulf Boulevard in reference to a burglary and theft from a car parked at the Boca Bay Pass Club the day before. […]
Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Community, Featured News, News.
Ganong, Spurgeon and Kenan finish out 15 on Lee panel The Lee County Board of Commissioners met for the first time this year on Tuesday, Jan. 20. Commissioner Kevin Ruane recapped the Jan. 13 joint parking meeting with Charlotte County as a matter of public record. “They would like us to obviously do a parking […]
Written by Arlene Hall on . Posted in Featured News, News, Sports & Outdoors.
Decades of research, protective laws and community involvement are paying off for Florida’s sea turtles, a conservation success story shared by Dr. Jake Lasala of Mote Marine Laboratory during the opening talk of the Coffee with a Scientist 2026 series. “Sea turtles are keystone species, and you want them to be around for your kids […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Obituaries.
Walter Jerome Frautschi passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 8, 2026, in Boca Grande, Florida, closing a long and remarkable life that began on September 9, 1931, in Madison, Wisconsin. Born to Dorothy and Walter Frautschi, Jerry grew into a man whose quiet strength, unwavering devotion to family, and deep-rooted kindness touched everyone around him. […]
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FIVE YEARS AGO David Futch was the featured speaker at a Boca Grande Historical Society event on the old days of Boca Grande. TEN YEARS AGO Lemon Bay Conservancy received a $420,000 grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to support a joint habitat restoration project with the Southwest Florida Water Management District […]
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The Boca Grande Preschool celebrated National Hat Day last Thursday, Jan. 15. The students celebrated in style and appreciated the different headwear their friends showed off. Photos submitted
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The Rotonda West American Legion Post 113 held a Fashion Show to benefit Southwest Florida Honor Flight on Saturday night. Models were from SWFL Honor Flight, the Englewood and Boca Grande Communities. Clothes were compliments of Off The Wave and Beyond The Wave, owned by Brad Pike, and local artist Ernesto. Just over $5,000 was […]
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John Paul Turner of Boca Grande, son of Kathleen and James Turner, and Savannah Dunmire of Tampa, daughter of Bonnie and Alex Dunmire, announce their engagement. The couple became engaged on December 30, 2025, and celebrated with family and friends at sunset, followed by an intimate dinner at Scarpa’s. Photos […]
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BY CAPT. WILL WATERHOUSE Redfish have been the story of the backcountry this week here around Gasparilla Island and the bite has been hot. If you like to target redfish you are in luck. Lots of really nice redfish have been caught all around Bull and Turtle Bay! We have been catching them of live […]