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Ever chatted with a manatee? Dr. Beth Brady has, and wants to tell you about it

Mote Marine Laboratory’s March Coffee With A Scientist, held Tuesday, March 21, at the Boca Grande Community Center, brough…

Dog Park ribbon-cutting is nigh … let the cry of four-legged freedom ring! 

Though it hasn’t been built yet, the new Boca Grande Dog Park will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 28 at 11 a.m. at the loc…

Boca Beacon nominated for nine awards in 2023 Florida Press Association contest

The Florida Press Association’s Better Weekly Newspaper contest has released their nominations for the year 2022, with the…
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Jane Fletcher Geniesse shares her secrets to longevity 

Boca Grande Health Clinic is pleased to present the next episode in…

Troubles Treats feeds those in need … and those who crave goodies in general

Many people assume the worst about teenagers. Madison Lutz is making…

More luxury storage options coming soon just off island

By Capt Sandy Melvin After the destruction from Hurricane Ian showcased a need for stronger storage options in our area…
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Weekly red tide report

Over the past week, the red tide organism Karenia brevis was detected in 72 samples along Florida’s Gulf Coast. Bloom conce…

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: From the clergy, people of St. Andrew’s and First Baptist – We are overwhelmed and humbled by Disaster Relief donation  

To the Editor: The members of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church and the Very Reverend Michelle Robertshaw, as well as the me…

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: SHS thanks Boca Grande for such amazing support

To the Editor: On behalf of Suncoast Humane Society, we wish to thank the Boca Grande community for their overwhelming s…

OBITUARY: Hope Benton

Hope Hutchins Benton, died unexpectedly on March 3, 2023 at the age of 83, just two days after her best birthday ever. She…