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Letters: Historical Society thanks community for support

To the Editor: The Boca Grande Historical Society wants to share their heartfelt thanks to Sandy Melvin and the Fishing Hall of Fame Committee. The first annual Boca Grande Fishing Hall of…

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This date in the Boca Beacon: Coral Creek Clubhouse groundbreaking

FIVE YEARS AGO Boca Bay Pass Club kicked off its $3.5 million renovation project. The main dining room would be expanded to become the Gulf Grill…

This date in the Boca Beacon: Mercabo put up for sale

FIVE YEARS AGO The 5th grade students at The Island School “took a walk on the moon.” Students wore “moon shoes” on the beach to simulate a moon…

Cottage raising and Sharp Hacienda approvals

The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board approved two projects at its Wednesday, April 8 meeting, including a garage for the Sharp house La Hacie…

This date in the Boca Beacon: Powerhouse awarded for preservation

FIVE YEARS AGO The Parsonage at the Lighthouse Methodist Church had completed its renovations and “lifting.” TEN YEARS AGO Island Art Days…

This date in the Boca Beacon: “Hoot” opens in theaters

FIVE YEARS AGO The Divine Swine barbecue fundraiser was held at the Boca Grande Lighthouse Methodist Church. Over 200 meals were prepared for the…

Plans for motor courtyard released

The Mediterranean Revival La Hacienda in Boca Grande is the most recognizable and historic house in Boca Grande. A minor motor court enclosure will…

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