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Voracious caterpillars chomp their way through Florida
May 9, 2012 Caterpillars, the larva stage of butterflies and moths, come in many colors and sizes. Many of these aggressive eaters are considered pests to agriculture. more »» 
Bombers raid civilian homes
May 8, 2012 To the Editor: A 5:30 p.m., Sunday, April 29, report from Southern Kordofan, Sudan. For the past week there has been an increase of bombing in Southern Kordofan by the Sudanese Armed Forces. more »» 
Word on the Island: Iguana Board worries
April 26, 2012 “I’ve seen iguanas swim.” — Dick Morrison, board chairman, Boca Grande “We will probably need to raise the assessed rate. more »» 
Has this season brought more business?
April 20, 2012 ”Yes, more people are renting and buying kayaks, and more people are touring by kayak.” Harry Hite, Grande Tours sales director, Venice “I just moved back from Hawaii so I am not sure. more »» 
Should Marlins Manager Ozzie Guillen be fired for pro-Castro remarks?
April 12, 2012 “No. English is his second language and he could have been misconstrued.” — Rickie O’Brien, North Port, kitchen designer “No, everybody has freedom of speech. more »» 
Word on the Island: What drew you to Boca Grande today?
April 10, 2012 “Fishing for trout, redfish, mackerel, whatever.” — Sandy French, St. Petersburg Beach, registered nurse “Dropping my wife off for work as a health care nurse. She’s been doing it for seven years. more »» 
Hank Wright golf tourney and auction keeps Boca healthy
April 6, 2012 This is the 20-year anniversary of the Hank Wright Golf Tourney and Auction, which is named after Dr. Hank Wright, the revered long-time head of the Boca Grande Health Clinic. more »»
Vote for your Boca millage position
April 4, 2012 The Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority is asking resident if they will back a property tax increase of .30 mils or .55 mils, or none at all, to help pay for the new bridges. more »» 
Word on the Island: Why come to the Boca Grande Masters Art Festival?
April 3, 2012 Lisa Spanninger, Massciarelli Wines, Englewood: “I work with Patrick’s Thai Bistro and Vino Loco. I really wanted to be a part of the Masters Art Fest. more »» 
GIBA chairman in spotlight as bridge-building ringleader
March 29, 2012 Gasparilla Island Board Chairman David Hayes doesn’t shrink from the tough task of guiding the $40 million bridge replacement project or in the difficulty of filling the large shoes left by former... more »» 
Island School supports Friends’ school work
March 28, 2012 To the Editor: On behalf of the Board of Directors of The Island School, I am writing to clarify the position of both the School Board and the School’s Administration with regard to the recent... more »» 
Harm de Blij regales rapt Boca crowd with world views
March 26, 2012 Famed international lecture circuit star and globe trotter Harm de Blij of Boca Grande gave an update on world affairs Tuesday morning at the Boca Grande Community Center before a sellout crowd of... more »» 
Would a higher toll reduce your trips to Gasparilla Island?
March 24, 2012 Victoria Bonner, Westin, journalist: “Depends on how much it went up. If it was $1 or so that would be fine.” Bob Platt, Port Charlotte, retired retail manager: “I’d probably still com. more »» 
Spider crabs are masters of disguise
March 21, 2012 Spider crabs are known for having 10 long slender legs they use to crawl on the oceans floor. They have the ability to lose their legs. more »»
GIWA bridge work a delicate duet with GIBA
March 21, 2012 As requested by the Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority, the Gasparilla Island Water Association temporarily relocated 98 feet of 8-inch water main on the northeast side of the South Bridge to allow... more »» 
Word on the Island: What team are you following in March Madness?
March 15, 2012 Sue Dean, Kalkaska, Mich., deli manager: “All I know is the tournament puts ‘Survivor’ on a different day. more »» 
Counter-productive attacks are not based on the facts
March 13, 2012 A recent article in an island publication other than the Gasparilla Gazette ran with the headline stating the Friends of Boca Grande were “axing” youth program. more »» 
Why attend Toast to the Coast tarpon benefit?
March 8, 2012 Leslie Edwards, real estate broker, Englewood: “I came up with the name for Toast to the Coast benefit about five years ago and we’ve been involved ever since. more »» 
Early spring complicates burgeoning Florida landscaping
March 7, 2012 Although southern Florida seems to be in a state of perpetual springtime, such is not the case. more »»
Lee County school survey deadline approaches
February 24, 2012 To the friends of Lee County Public Schools: I wanted to take this opportunity to provide you with a quick update on the community survey now under way in our district. more »» |
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