Text Size

The News

Letter to the Editor: World-renowned scientist makes changes to his conclusions about break-away jigs

17 May 2013 Marcy Shortuse

The following letter was sent to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Chairman Ken Wright on May 8, 2013. This letter is reprinted here with Mr. Grubich’s consent.

Read more... Add new comment

Profile: Capt. Chris Frohlich

17 May 2013 Marcy Shortuse

BY JACK SHORT - Tarpon fishing seems to fascinate some folks in a way no other subject can. Capt. Chris Frohlich is one of those people, and his connection to the sport is as strong as his opinions about it.

Read more... Add new comment

The newest Futch ...

17 May 2013 Last Updated on 17 May 2013 Marcy Shortuse

Mark and Kathy Futch are delighted to announce the birth of their grandson, Francis Xavier Futch.

Read more... Add new comment

A Happy Mother's Day at TIS

17 May 2013 Marcy Shortuse

The Island School held its annual Mother’s Day Tea on Friday, May 10 and all the kids showed much love to their moms.

Read more... Add new comment

Elusive Tiger Shad team takes top honors at Ladies Day 2013

13 May 2013 Last Updated on 13 May 2013 Marcy Shortuse

Capt. Chris Frohlich's team got the first qualified release in the 2013 Ladies Day Tarpon Tournament at 5:40 p.m. on Saturday. Anglers included Alysha Aratari, Olivia Britto, Joellen Morris and Mia Benton.

Read more... Add new comment

'Love thy neighbor' ... even on Gilchrist

10 May 2013 Marcy Shortuse

BY MARCY SHORTUSE - The room may have been filled to overflowing at the Wednesday, May 7 Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board meeting to discuss parking on Gilchrist Avenue, but the controversy level stayed to a minimum.