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Fogbow

Lucy, the Shaffer’s family dog checking out a rare fogbow last week during the rolling of the fog bank mid day.          …
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The work behind Boca Grande’s sea turtle season

Every spring through fall, sea turtles return to Boca Grande’s shoreline to nest. The tracks they leave behind fade quickly…
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Deputy returns dog tag to owner 

Lost chain belonged to different veteran with the same name Above, Schroeder in a group photo from his time in the Air F…
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SHS grateful for generous support from Key Agency

The Suncoast Humane Society is proud to announce and sincerely thank…
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First Parking Committee meeting rescheduled

Lee County has released the agenda for the first meeting of the Boca…
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Voltage sags seen on Gasparilla Island and Placida recently

In the last week, Gasparilla Island and Placida have seen what seem to be old fashioned brownouts. These interruptions are…

Richard Scott Faley 1947-2026

Richard Scott Faley, of Boca Grande passed away peacefully in Florida on February 15, 2026 at the age of 78. Born on August…

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Kris Ganong

From farmland to preschool Above, Kim with her husband Rick in Boca Grande. Photo submitted Much of Kris Ganong’s vol…
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Fish concentrate when chilly; sheepshead abundant for freezer

Current weather indicates our colder winter has passed. I expect to see some cooler days, but the harsh Arctic Fronts seem…

This date in the Boca Beacon: No more 813 area code

FIVE YEARS AGO Parents were planning a prom for seniors after it was canceled by Lemon Bay High School. Contributions fr…