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Mote reports Sarasota County turtle numbers 

Mote’s Sea Turtle Conservation and Research Program (STCRP) documented a historic nesting season in 2025, with 5,735 total…
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Just a continuation of St. Petersburg and Sarasota 

Growth has altered our way of life. Our Gulf Coast was originally settled by fishermen. They were the only ones that could…

This date in the Boca Beacon: Laff-a-Lott detour

FIVE YEARS AGO The Gasparilla Island Conservation and Improvement Association announced that work had begun to refurbish…
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Lee County releases administrative code draft for Boca Grande parking permits

Lee County Board of County Commissioners had released the administra…

First Farmer’s Market of the Season

The Farmer’s Market opened on the Bayou across from the Pink Elephan…

Congratulations!

The Gaffney family celebrated the engagement of their son, Sean, to Grace Flowers, on Sunday at BZ’s at The Gasparilla…
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EcoWatch: Animals that need your help to survive

It’s not enough to love animals; we must actively protect and preserve them. It’s our duty and responsibility as custodians…
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SW Florida Fishing: Back country wade fishing

BY CAPT. JOE LECLAIR Recently, while wade fishing with the saltwater 5-weight fly rods we managed to get deep into the b…
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Pioneer Plaza to Host First Art Festival of the Season

The Englewood Invitational Fall Art Festival is slated for Thanksgiving weekend, Saturday and Sunday, November 29-30, from…
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Registration on for 2026 Gasparilla Island Tennis Classic opening Jan. 17

The Boca Beacon’s Gasparilla Island Tennis Classic opens on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026. The annual all-island tournamen…