Written by Boca Grande Health Clinic on . Posted in Health & Wellness.
As we approach the end of 2021 I want to reflect on some of the issues facing the Boca Grande Health Clinic and share the perspective of our board. Over the past year we have not only weathered the pandemic and the dramatic changes that COVID has brought to all of our lives but, also, […]
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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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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and we’re not talking about the holidays or even the start of the new season. Croquet season has officially begun. After a steady year of growth, the 2021-2022 croquet season is off to a strong start with exciting play in store. “I’m looking forward to the new […]
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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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As our country observed the 80th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor this week, it’s easy to lose sight the ferocity of the bombing, the terror we felt as a nation as well as the military status of our country during that fateful time. Just coming out of World War I, also known as […]
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If you like the lights, if you like the Grinch and you like a drive-in theater, there are two holiday events will take place on the island this weekend – one on Friday and one on Saturday – that are just for you. The second annual Holiday Hoopla, sponsored by Lee County Parks & Recreation, […]
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Boca Bargains opened for the season on December 1 and will be open every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday (except Christmas Day and New Year’s Day) from 9 a.m. until noon. Merchandise for sale includes men’s and women’s clothing, shoes, jewelry, original artwork, housewares, furniture, toys, games, and bicycles. Holiday shoppers won’t want to miss the […]
Written by T Michele Walker on . Posted in News, Profiles.
Elaine Skypala has come prepared for our meeting with an outline in hand. “It’s funny because as I told my friends I was doing this interview, everybody said, ‘You have to tell that story or that story!’ When I think about it, it makes me feel good about the things that I’ve done.” Elaine is […]