Around the town …
On the night of the blood red moon
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Lee County, Army Corps beach renourishment agreement passed
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday, May 17 to approve amending an agreement with the Army Corps of Engineers to authorize continued federal participation in beach nourishment on...
Kids’ fishing tournament
The weather was beautiful but the bite was not prolific at the May 14, 2022 Youth Fishing Tournament. In all, three young anglers proved to have hot hands in the tournament, bringing in all the...
OBITUARY: Bobbie Hoyt
Barbara (Bobbie) Hoyt passed away peacefully at her home on May 6, 2022. Bobbie was fast approaching her 101st birthday, as she was born on July 13, 1921. Bobbie spent her time between...
A message from the Boca Grande Health Clinic regarding the passing of Peter Nicholas …
We at the Boca Grande Health Clinic and Foundation join with the community in mourning the passing of Peter (Pete) Nicholas, 80, on May 14.
A lifelong businessman and philanthropist, Pete...
OBITUARY: Peter Nicholas
Peter M. Nicholas passed away on May 14, 2022 in the loving arms of his wife and best friend of 58 years, Ginny Lilly Nicholas. Pete was a family man, respected businessman, passionate boater and...
Accidents happen: One experienced boater explains why diligence is necessary at all times when out on the water
By Tim Spain
Having spent years on the water, local chef Tim Spain has a tale that bears telling, to let our readers know that even with years of experience, one bad move on the water can end...
OBITUARY: Je-Je Pierce
Jean “Je-Je” Harding Pierce of Boca Grande, Fla. and Woods Hole, Mass., passed away peacefully on Friday, May 6, 2022 in Boca Grande, at the age of 94. Born February 29, 1928 in Canada to Fred and...
IN THE SPOTLIGHT:
Bob Hay and amazing memories of Studio 54
Studio 54 had been open for several months.
JA, our friend and classmate from Brown, had gone from the get-go, during its pre-liquor license days...
Jo Anne Speer remembered
The memorial service for Jo Anne Speers was held this past weekend, and was well attended by those who remembered her life here on the island. After Rev. Brian Brightly officiated a service at the...