August 12, 2011 The federal government approved a plan to renourish the beaches on Gasparilla Island in Lee County in 1965 and 41 years later the $8.5 million project was undertaken by the U.S. more »»

August 4, 2011 To the Editor: The Boca Grande Kid’s Reunion (3.0) has come to an end. It was amazing to see so many generations of islanders, together in one location, reminiscing and having so much fun. more »»

July 29, 2011 While the coming months are historically the slowest travel months of the year, Lee County is celebrating a strong season to date and witnessing hopeful signs of reinvestment that signal optimism fo... more »»

July 25, 2011 In recent years the Gasparilla Island Conservation and Improvement Association has begun to face newer challenges as we have recognized that growth in nearby areas off-island have the potential to... more »»

February 28, 2011 Foregoing a momentous opportunity to make good on getting people back to work, Gov. Rick Scott recently rejected $2.4 billion in federal funding for high-speed rail between Tampa and Orlando. more »»

December 22, 2009 On behalf of the Harry Chapin Food Bank, we thank the people of Boca Grande for their very generous donations of food for this year’s Christmas Driv. more »»

December 9, 2009 Last week, I resigned from the office of the Lee County Sheriff. On Friday, my attorney and spokesman, Stu Pepper, informed all of you I had some opportunities ahead. more »»

November 4, 2009 We have had an active summer at the clinic with important changes in our organization. In June, John Sielert came on board as chief executive officer. more »»

October 14, 2009 The Island School is looking for volunteers to with telescopes to join us at our "Night Under The Stars” at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 10. more »»

October 9, 2009 The "Cash for Clunkers" program for new cars has ended, but the IRS wants to remind taxpayers that many people might overlook another special break available. more »»