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Kevin M. Hall, 38, of Boca Grande and formerly of Brooksville, passed away August 1, 2016. He was a 1997 graduate of Hernando High School. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, who will miss him very much. He is predeceased by his father, Morris Hall; uncles Randy Hall and David Salyer; aunts […]
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BY SUE ERWIN – There’s a new doctor in the house at the Boca Grande Health Clinic. Lauren Hana, M.D., officially began seeing patients on July 11 at the Boca Grande locale and is now a full-time physician on staff, serving patients along with Dr. Jeff Humbarger and Dr. Tom Ervin. Lauren grew up […]
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To the Editor: The Gulf Coast Partnership and community partners are promoting the collection of insect repellant for the prevention of the Zika virus. This is an important public safety drive, called “Bug Off.” We are collecting mosquito and bug spray to distribute to homeless individuals and families in Charlotte County. The Zika virus is […]
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To the Editor: Florida school buses carry precious cargo – our children. Motorists should always be alert and drive with caution around school buses and in school zones where children may be present. All drivers moving in either direction on a two-way street must stop for a school bus displaying a stop signal, and […]
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To the Editor: Mark and I wish to send out a heartfelt “Thank You” to: Dave Arner & Becky Paterson; Howard & Emily Wise; Archie & Debbie Hagar; Bob Melvin; Pierce & Betsy Walmsley and Rickey & Jane Hilton of Arcadia for their contributions in sending our son Matt and his partner Tony to […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN Dozens of workers have been busy adding more beauty to The Gasparilla Inn & Club over the past several weeks. Jon Reecher, general manager at The Gasparilla Inn & Club, said the work is part of a three-year project. “We’re re-siding the front and one side of the Inn, and that […]
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■ SUBMITTED BY THE BARRIER ISLAND PARKS SOCIETY Barrier Island Parks Society (BIPS) has asked for your help in protecting Gasparilla Island Lighthouse by watching out for trespassers on the property. Most recently, vandals gained entry into the lighthouse after a previous failed attempt. It is most likely youths who think it is fun to […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN If you have memories of what it was like to live during World War I or World War II, now is the time to make an important contribution and be part of a publication that will share your story with future generations. Friends of Boca Grande Community Center has partnered with […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN It’s been a bustling summer for baby sea turtles this year, and residents and guests need to remember to refrain from interfering with this natural process. The Boca Grande Sea Turtle Association volunteers want to remind everyone to be respectful of the nest areas. “We have had a series of hatchling […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN If you’ve enjoyed a delicious sandwich made on fresh- baked bread at Kappy’s Market recently, chances are it was made and served to you by Joe Stansbury. The friendly face behind the deli counter has been working four days per week at Kappy’s for the past 20 years. His wife, Phyllis, […]