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■ BY MARCY SHORTUSE The Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority announced at its quarterly board meeting on Wednesday, April 20 that it would be implementing a trial exception period for overweight trucks, which brought about a debate one board member likened to “opening Pandora’s box.” Several local businesses were represented at the meeting, including […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN The Boca Grande Firefighters will be hosting a second barbecue fundraiser for the year on Sunday, May 1. The feast will take place at the station located at 360 East Railroad Road. The menu will consist of smoked chicken quarters and side dishes including black beans and rice, southern […]
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■ STAFF REPORT The Boca Grande Art Center and The Island School are delighted to host the annual Island School Art Show. Opening night is Friday, April 22, from 4 to 6 p.m. On Saturday, April 23 the show hours are from 9 a.m. to noon. Additonal show hours are Monday, April 25 […]
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It’s not too late to register for the 2016 Boca Grande Chamber of Commerce Ladies Day Tarpon Tournament, which is scheduled for Saturday, May 7. As of now, approximately 30 teams are signed up, but there is room for still more. Last entries will be taken on May 2. The entry fee is $550 per […]
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■ STAFF REPORT Fundraising efforts to procure the Gasparilla Island Light are now halfway there, according to Barrier Island Parks Society representatives. Excitement is growing in the BIPS organization as donations come in to support the Gasparilla Island Lighthouse restoration campaign. According to Larry Hannah, chair of the Gasparilla Island Light Development committee, “We are […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN Summer break is quickly approaching, and if you’re looking for something to keep your kids active on the island this summer, you’re covered. The Lee County Parks and Recreation Department, with financial support from the Boca Grande Woman’s Club, is hosting two summer camps at the Boca Grande Community […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN Tabitha Jordan realized at a very young age that she wanted to spend her future spreading the spiritual word and teaching children to lead a life filled with faith. The young minister to youth and families began sharing her skills with the people of the Lighthouse Methodist Church in Boca Grande […]
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To the Editor: In my hometown of Nashua, New Hampshire, we had a beautiful outdoor space known as Greeley Park. Bridal parties from around the area would come to Greeley Park to have their wedding pictures taken in front of the picturesque old stone building on the property (see photo at right). It put a […]
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Letter to the Editor, The Boca Grande Historical Society would like to thank our members, volunteers, sponsors, donors, the Board and directors for your continued support and kindness. We had one of our best seasons ever, and it is because of people like you. Perhaps you graciously volunteered your time and talent, generously sponsored an […]
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■ STAFF REPORT Visitors to Gasparilla Island State Park will have the rare opportunity to tour the lamp room at the top of the Historic Port Boca Grande Lighthouse on April 16. The Barrier Island Parks Society and Florida Park Service invite everyone to come celebrate Florida Lighthouse Day from 10 a.m. to […]