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Howard B. Witt died quite suddenly of bacterial pneumonia on Tuesday, Aug. 3 at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. He was 81. Howard is survived by his wife of 59 years, Marilyn, and four children Randy (Kathy) of Kansas City, KS; Ryan (Lauren) of Colorado Springs, CO; Laura Deal of Nixa, MO and […]
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William Keith Johnson, 60 a.k.a. “Boca Bill” passed away on November 27, 2021. Bill had fought bravely for months, finally succumbing to liver disease. Many knew Bill as the head painter for Yusk Construction, for whom he worked many years. He was highly skilled and interior decorators loved to work with him because he could […]
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Once upon a time – about a year and a half ago – a little, white dog was found wandering here in southwest Florida. He was brought to a nearby veterinary clinic where, because his back legs were mysteriously compromised, the staff at the clinic named him Forrest Gump. When no owner came forward, a […]
Written by T Michele Walker on . Posted in Profiles.
It was a chilly 63-degree morning on December 1 and the line was packed for the opening day at Boca Bargains. The first person in line said, “My husband doesn’t know that I’m here.” The second shopper in line stepped forward with a laugh and said, “My husband expects me to be first in line.” […]
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To the Editor: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District plans to execute a two-day deviation December 14-15 that will release water from the lake as part of an ongoing sediment study by the South Florida Water Management District and the U.S. Geological Survey. The releases will affect both the Julian Keen Lock and […]
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The Bocilla Islands Conservancy Inc. a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in Placida preserves and protects green space by acquiring land, educating residents and visitors on how to keep their environment healthy, in balance, respected, preserved, and protected. “We attempt to keep this part of Charlotte County’s ecosystem in balance. We are an important part of the […]
Written by Boca Grande Health Clinic on . Posted in Health & Wellness, News.
The Grande Rounds health lecture series sponsored by the Boca Grande Health Clinic and the Boca Grande Health Clinic Foundation kicked off the season on November 16 with a webinar to welcome everyone back for the season. Clinic physician Raymond A. James, D.O., and Clinic CEO Mark Driscoll, covered what to expect as our seasonal […]
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One of the highlights of the most recent Lee County Commissioners’ meeting was the approval of numerous county beach projects, including construction of a sunshade at the beach by the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse. This agreement was made with the Barrier Island Parks Society. It is still unknown as to when construction of the sunshade […]
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New board member Peggy Stanley introduced The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board closed out the 2021 season with more questions than answers. Earl Hahn, principal zoning planner for Lee County made an announcement to start off the meeting. “The lease agreements between the county and the Boca Grande Historical Society, Boca Grande Woman’s Club and […]
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By Caroline Clabaugh It is that time of the year when the constant tinkling of a little bell outside of certain stores reminds us of the Red Kettles of the Salvation Army and the smell of fresh cut Christmas trees. Somehow the kettles are always located right by the trees. It is a season of […]