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FIVE YEARS AGO
The Barrier Island Parks Society announced that John Rice would be their new president, and Krista Potthast-Haynes was the new vice president.
TEN YEARS...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Lee County property appraiser announces addition of post-Ian aerial photography
To the Editor:
Lee County Property Appraiser Matt Caldwell announced today the addition of aerial photography to the Property Appraiser’s website (leepa.org) for access by taxpayers, appraisers,...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Local banks collecting Christmas gifts for those in need
To the Editor:
Charlotte State Bank & Trust, Crews Bank & Trust and Englewood Bank & Trust, part of the Crews family of banks, are once again serving as collection points for donations...
Debris removal pace has picked up on island
Lee County this week announced it is activating a debris-management site and dedicating debris-hauling trucks to Boca Grande to assist with Gasparilla Island cleanup in the wake of Hurricane Ian.
The...
Republicans take the day with registered voters in 33921 … (or at least we think so)
We were hoping this space would be dedicated to the Boca Grande polling location’s election 2022 results. Without fail that is what we have done the friday following an election, and it used to be...
Whidden’s non-conforming structures discussed at Historic Preservation Board meeting
Boca Grande’s Historic Preservation Board made a point during its November 9 meeting that permits are still required for any changes, demolition or construction necessary as a result of Hurricane Ian....
Celebrating Veterans Day: One man’s opinion
I am a veteran of the Korean War, and I have been alive and reasonably sentient during the six “hot” wars my country has engaged in since 1941. As a writer, I have interviewed a large number of veterans,...
Sign up now for the 27th annual GIFT Tournament
The 27th annual G.I.F.T (Gasparilla Island Fly-fishing Tournament), presented by Gasparilla Outfitters to benefit the Boca Grande Historical Society, will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 22, so if you’re...
Island girl gives back with proceeds from shirts featuring storm photo
Some people are unforgettable for many different reasons. Some have a radiant smile that just makes you feel better about the day. Others have a gentle, laidback attitude and a listening ear. Still...