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Grant for Snook Stock Enhancement by Sen. Nix

State Rep. Danny Nix joined scientists, conservationists, and community leaders July 22 at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium’s Aquaculture Research Park to present a $250,000 check in support...

Relief on horizon: Sea Grape bathroom build

While construction has not commenced on the Sea Grape bathroom at Gasparilla Island State Park, there is progress. The bathroom area will be to the north end of the Sea Grape parking area at the...

Summertime Museum Hopping at Port Boca Grande, Maritime Museum

The Gasparilla Island Maritime Museum and the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse & Museum are open for business this summer, which can be the best time for visits. Stop in with your friends and...

Kelly’s Korner

July 17, 2025
Staff Report
Community

Artist, Kelly Reark is settling into her new studio space on the second floor of the historic Railroad Depot Building. Visit KellyReark.com. Photo by Cheryl

Englewood Beach north, south sections open

July 15, 2025
Staff Report
News

On Tuesday, July 15, both the north and south sections of the parking lot at Englewood Beach will be open for public use. The fence at the northern end will be removed and become accessible...

Lindner Garden restoration in work at First Baptist

July 14, 2025
Garland Pollard
News

While contractors worked inside, a garden crew was out Wednesday at the Bob and Betty Lindner Garden at First Baptist Church of Boca Grande. “They are taking out the salty sand,” said...

New BGFD engine helps out on Interstate 75 trooper accident

A new Boca Grande Fire Department engine that will replace the aging Silver King was brought into “service” on its way in to be delivered to Gasparilla Island on Tuesday, July 8. “It got...

Hardening history for future storms: How much to raise

At its February meeting, the Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board reviewed the first case of the elevation of a historic island house to above-flood level. At the meeting, Lee County planner...

Baby Publix in Placida goes bluish over beige

July 11, 2025
Staff Report
News, Real Estate

There are subtle changes this week. The so-called ‘Baby’ Publix in Placida got a new paint color. The old beige is disappearing in favor of a bluish gray.

Guide questions effect of possible Gasparilla parking ordinance

A new parking ordinance restricting off island visits will challenge day fishing and guides here on the island, particularly with a two-hour limit downtown and new restrictions across the...