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OBITUARY: Bonnie McGee
We lost another island light. Bonnie McGee lived on the island for many years and was known as a woman who was a most soft-…
The Boca Beacon’s Hurricane Watch
This running report was created for readers to be able to find up-to-date information regarding 2022 tropical storms and hu…
As the Bike Path becomes more bare, more questions come with it
(Here are a few answers)
New plants that wi…
Set a time to seek the spirits with BIPS
The past will live again this Halloween as the Barrier Island Parks…
The new pro on the court at The Inn is ready to fill some big shoes
A new set of sneakers will be pounding the courts of The Gasparilla Inn Tennis Club this season, as the new pro. His name i…
OBITUARY: Steve Gribble
John Steven “Steve” Gribble made his transition, as family communicated their love for him, on July 23, 2022. Though his bo…
OBITUARY: Celebration of Life for Sam Dixon
A celebration of life for Sam Dixon will be held on Saturday, Oct. 1 at 2 p.m. at Eldred’s Marina. Anyone who would like to…
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Sandi Firtion
Sandi Firtion claims she is a frustrated tour guide, but anyone who has watched her give a tour at the Port Boca Grande Lig…
Gasparilla Island (not-so-accurate) Accuweather
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