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Sea turtle and shorebird nesting season is upon us: Be mindful, be kind

On Friday, April 22 the Boca Grande Sea Turtle Association held its 2022 season launch meeting with some exciting upcoming…

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Gina Thomsen

Humans, birds, manatees, dolphins … she helps them all Gina Thomsen has a passion for life…the life of every creatur…

OBITUARY: Ike Roberts

Isaac “Ike” Blackburn Roberts, age 93, Nokomis, Fla., died on Sunday, April 24, 2022. He was born August 19, 1928 in Clayto…

The Boca Beacon five-day weather forecast

EDITORIAL: A thank you to you, in a very big way

Sometimes you don’t know what you’ve got until it’s gone. Whether we…

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Lee County Economic Development and community partners offer workforce, technical assistance programs

To the Editor: The Lee County Economic Development Office, in collaboration with community partners, offers Workforce Tr…

Asking for prayers for our soldiers in Europe

Herbeque Catering is a staple at the Boca Grande Farmers Market, bringing good food and friendship to the Island every week…
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Time to talk tarpon!

The mighty Silver Kings have been invited and are already frolicking in the Pass! The Gasparilla Island Maritime Museum…
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Historical Society elects six new board members at annual meeting

SUBMITTED BY THE BOCA GRANDE HISTORICAL SOCIETY At their annual meeting on Tuesday, April 19, the Boca Grande Historical…

An Earth Day discussion of sustainability:  

Reduce … reuse … recycle On this Earth Day, it is increasingly important to spread awareness about our planet…