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THIS DATE IN THE BOCA BEACON …
FIVE YEARS AGO
The newly-replanted Gilchrist median was thriving. Red tide was still a problem along island beaches…
T Steele Construction is back and ready to go, but expect some detours for awhile
Joe Steele thinks his crew can meet the deadline of September 19 to have the cell tower up and at least very close to runni…
Work continues on emergency radio communications plan
The Fire Department’s “Island E.O.C. Emergency Communications and In…
Flamingos! Flamingos everywhere! Even in Boca Grande and … Ohio?
Hurricanes don’t always bring good things, but the latest hurricane…
GIWA increase to take effect on October 1
Gasparilla Island Water Authority (GIWA) members will have a rate increase of five percent beginning Oct. 1, 2023, and futu…
New ultrasound equipment is a game changer for Clinic
Thanks to the generosity of MaryLee and Jack Hollis, Boca Grande Health Clinic patients now get faster diagnoses without ha…
When your brain says to leave but your heart says no – why so many would rather stay at home with their pets than evacuate (Part II)
In times of stress, such as having to pack up and leave in the event of a pending natural disaster, if you don’t already ha…
The exciting world of Lee County library cards
Discover new and exciting worlds with a Lee County Library System library card. From borrowing e-books and audiobooks to st…
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Mike Teston
When you see him at Scarpa’s ask him, What’s up, doc?
Get ready for fancy and fun drinks coming this season. There is a…