Sea Grape bath construction
The bathrooms at the Sea Grape parking area of Gasparilla Island State Park have been marked off for the beginning of construction.
Photo by Cheryl

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Alison Nash
From clubhouse to island If the name Alison Nash sounds familiar, it’s because for the past three years she’s been a welcoming presence at Coral Creek Golf Club, where she served as clubhouse manager. Now, island residents will find her in a new role: rental manager at BRC Realty Group, where she’s bringing her hospitality […]
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