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Beachfront towns across Eastern U.S. address public access
Anna Maria now pondering paid, resident parking
BY MARCY SHORTUSE
Anyone who has spent time in Boca Grande knows that…
Boca Grande Post Office open for (limited) business
Views inside, with post boxes. Photos by Anna
The Boca Grande Post Office reopened on Saturday, Aug. 30 aft…
Island Bridge Authority begins storm hardening project
This week, the Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority prepared areas of the Causeway for marine mattress installation.
“The…
Charlotte residents meet to organize support for Boca Grande access
About 60 Charlotte County residents met Wednesday, Sept. 3 at the So…
Honoring Tradition: Fire Department invites public to Sept. 11 push-in
The Boca Grande Fire Department will have a “push-in” ceremony to fo…
Jeffery Lynn King 1945-2025
In the historic farmhouse in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania that he restored with the love of his life, Cindy, Jeffery Lynn Kin…
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Michelle Starr
Master naturalist, water advocate
Many Beacon readers will recognize Michelle Starr. Over the years, she has guided coun…
Letters: Boca Grande Historical Society announces Footprints exhibit
To the Editor and the community:
On behalf of the Boca Grande Historical Society, we thank you for your support. We unde…
Upcoming Charlotte County meetings
Charlotte County government meetings for the coming week:
Monday, Sept. 8, 2025, 1:30 p.m. – Planning and Zoning B…
Charlotte County installs reflective evacuation, hurricane surge signage
The Charlotte County Office of Emergency Management, in partnership with Charlotte County Public Works, has installed over…