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Travel: Genetics and the six-toed cats of Key West

By JOHN FLETEMEYER Key West is America’s southernmost city. Cuba is only 90 nautical miles away. It’s a city steeped in…
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Chicago and nursing career: Spotlight on Angela McPhillips

Readers of the Beacon might have noticed a new byline in last week’s paper; Angela McPhillips is the newest edition to the…

Beyond the Hype: What’s really in your electrolyte drink

BY THE BOCA GRANDE HEALTH CLINIC Electrolyte drinks have become a popular choice for staying hydrated, not only after wo…
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Lee County Property Appraiser mails TRIM notices

On August 18th Lee County Property Appraiser Matt Caldwell issued th…
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Bridge could see 25 percent drop in traffic, revenue

The Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority met for their quarterly board…
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New Michael Saunders offices in Englewood; Chamber Meeting

The Englewood Area Chamber of Commerce August Fun After Five was held at Michael Saunders new offices at 684 S. Indiana Ave…
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Drainage issues addressed by GIBA Board at quarterly meeting 

The Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority voted to address hurricane drainage issues on Gasparilla Road, near Kappy’s, at thei…
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Parking steps outlined by Lee County admin

Lee County administration is working on the details of a new parking ordinance for Boca Grande.  Currently, the ord…

Recognizing the value of tourism dollars for Florida

The recent decision by Lee County Commissioners to eliminate a majority of the island’s beach access parking for visitors w…
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Master schedules set for 2026 tarpon tournament season

The schedule has been set for the 2026 Boca Grande tarpon tournaments, one of the island’s most cherished community traditi…