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A bridge GIBA goodbye to Bill Pavia
Last weekend, Boca Grande paid goodbye to William “Bill” Pavia, 76, of Rotonda, who worked in retirement serving the Gaspar…
Charles H. Alexander 1959-2025
Charles Hake Alexander, born September 11, 1959, in Abilene, Texas to Robert and Frances Alexander, passed away peacefully…
LETTERS: JACKIE SILCOX FOGARTY
Letter to Commissioners: Rethink the proposed parking ordinance
BY JACKIE SILCOX FOGARTY
I am writing regarding the p…
This date in the Boca Beacon
FIVE YEARS AGO
Lee and Charlotte County schools pushed back their…
Unintended consequences. And questions.
Don’t worry. This is not a sermon, but be warned that we will start…
Find a Nook at the Library
Stop by the Johann Fust Library and soak in the beauty of the building out of the heat. What better way to enjoy the dog da…
EcoWatch: Oceans are becoming cesspools of the earth
Ocean pollution is a major global problem. It is growing and directly affects human health.
Philip Landrigan, epidemiolo…
Grant for Snook Stock Enhancement by Sen. Nix
State Rep. Danny Nix joined scientists, conservationists, and community leaders July 22 at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aqu…
How the island’s Sea Turtle volunteers work with Florida data
BY ARLENE HALL, BGSTA SECRETARY
The sea turtle nesting season is now in its 11th week on Gasparilla Island, nearly halfw…
History: Service and civic clubs often come the rescue
What happened to Kiwanis on island?
BY JAMES J. BLAHA, DIRECTOR BOCA GRANDE HISTORY CENTER
The Boca Grande Woman’s C…