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The Lee County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted for Commissioner and Vice Chairman Kevin Ruane to work with County staff to develop a proposed parking plan for the Lee County portion of Gasparilla Island during the regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 4. Ruane, who represents the district that includes Boca Grande, presented parking in […]
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BY ARLENE HALLBGSTA SECRETARY For a limited time, the Boca Grande Sea Turtle Association is offering a unique way to mark a special occasion while also helping local sea turtles nesting on Gasparilla Island. “Adopting” a sea turtle nest can be that unusual birthday gift for the person who has everything, a special way to […]
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The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to authorize a burn ban for unincorporated Lee County and municipalities effective as warranted due to increasingly dry conditions throughout Southwest Florida. The ban will go into effect once the drought index reaches 600. The County’s ordinance bans “outdoor burning ignition sources,” including campfires, bonfires and trash […]
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Two people are under arrest after continuing to operate an illegal casino in Charlotte County. The arrests are one of a number of raids, as the county attempts to crack down on gambling that is happening in plain sight, in locations across the county. “These businesses continued to operate after we executed search warrants on […]
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Support your local retail and restaurants. A few items from this week’s Ballyhoo: Barbara Anne’s: Celebrate Father’s Day at Barbara Anne’s with 20 percent off all men’s jewelry! Call (941) 964-1776. The Palm on Park: Boca Grande’s Lilly Pulitzer store is receiving lots of beautiful things from the new Summer collection. The colors are bright […]
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The Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Design and Construction is soliciting sealed contractor bids for a new Sea Grape Restroom at the Gasparilla Island State Park. Contractors must be licensed to work in this jurisdiction, and bids must be submitted no later than 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 25. The contractor will provide […]
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State Park has offering for kayak and paddleboards SUP Englewood is the new paddling concession at Don Pedro State Park. The paddling and kayak concession works in partnership with Florida State Parks and are located at the park’s mainland side. They established an exclusive multi-year agreement with the park in February of this year, so […]
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Mrs. Kristen Maitland-Shank has been selected to serve as the new third-grade teacher for The Island School. Mrs. Shank is incredibly passionate about teaching and holds a Bachelor of Science in Education with a major in Mild to Moderate Intervention Specialist from Bowling Green State University. She’s been teaching in Florida for the past 15 […]
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A lot of days in the 80s next week Above, Crissy Ferguson came down to the island for a day from Venice to enjoy some shelling on the beach on Wednesday. Visitors this weekend can expect nice weather, but a chance of showers each day. […]
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On Tuesday June 18, the Lee Board of County Commissioners will review the overall development agreement between the county and the Friends of the Boca Grande Community Center, regarding improvements and renovations. That proposed agreement, which includes a requirement for finished plans and proof of pledges for the project, describes Friends’ relationship with the county […]