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IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Michigan to Boca Grande Preschool, Jackie Eby

Being known as a jack of all trades is a good thing. It means you are versatile, resourceful, multi-talented and able to mo…

Golf carts fore-bidden on roadways  

New signs reminding residents that golf carts are prohibited on certain stretches of Gasparilla Island were placed this wee…

Fust Library closed temporarily from  Sept. 23 to Oct. 1

Johann Fust Community Library will be closed temporarily beginning Monday, Sept. 23, while the Fust Foundation conducts pre…
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Letters: Appreciation for Delores Savas on windmills

To the Editor: I wish to thank Ms. Savas for her eye-opening arti…
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Rip currents are by far the biggest beach hazard

BY DR. JOHN FLETEMEYER You would think that the TV weather report…
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Get in touch with your local government. It only takes one.

In the last year we have had multiple situations where individuals stepped out, said something, called a neighbor, called a…
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Reserve a spot in the upcoming 2025 Boca Beacon Visitor’s Guide

The Boca Beacon’s award-winning Visitor’s Guide is now in the planning stages. This is the time to reserve your spot fo…
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EcoWatch: Let’s look at the other side of wind turbines

“Industrial-scale wind turbines can cause significant harm to the environment, wildlife, and people. The wind’s low-power d…
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What to do if you encounter baby turtles: Boca Grande Turtle Patrol

BY ARLENE HALL, BGSTA SECRETARY  Even though Debby disrupted most of the incubating nests on the island, many of those t…
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New procedure for Island School drop-offs

The Island School has changed the procedure for pick-up and drop-off while the Community Center undergoes construction. Dur…