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5G ‘Q-tip’ poles swab up the streets

This week, there were two more 5G Verizon small cell towers erected on Gasparilla Island. They are part of a series …

Doubly shocking defibrillation technique saves life at Outfitters

‘Dual sync’ defib takes charge from both sides The Boca Grande Fire Department responded to a call at Gasparilla …

Progress detailed in Barrier Island Parks restoration projects

Restoration work is nearly complete at the Amory Chapel and the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse, both damaged during Hur…

Guest Essay: Thrill of a majestic Silver King

BY KATHY FUTCH Tarpon fishing became quite the sport in Boca Grande Pass, which is the deepest natural harbor in …

Letters: Cape Haze peninsula needs an update to Charlotte County plan

To the Editor: Your April 12 editorial (Why Placida Matters to Gasparilla Island) is very much on point. I wonder…

The ‘remnant people’ head home, or stick around

There are many “very important” and “formerly very important” or “previously important” or “pretty important” people…

See the blue-green water of the Gulf of Mexico at Gasparilla Island State Park for yourself. You’ll be right next to the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse Museum built in 1890.