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Special time: Drone spoons, windy days and changing conditions

Spring fishing is peaking and our weather will continue to heat up. This is the short window to enjoy our transitional fish…

This date in the Boca Beacon: Powerhouse awarded for preservation

FIVE YEARS AGO The Parsonage at the Lighthouse Methodist Church had completed its renovations and “lifting.” TEN YEAR…

The rain came, and a Florida wind. A sunny Saturday?

This midweek morning, a northeast breeze blows in Southwest Florida. The wind can best be described as delicious with a tem…
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OPINION: Coastal development loophole with Transfer of Density Unit discrepancies

BY ROB ROBBINS We are witnessing a dangerous “shell game” with co…

Capt. John Spinks Celebration

Capt. John Spinks, best known as Capt. ‘Tater’ Spinks, died March 8…

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Sara Faella

New owner of Courtyard Hair Courtyard Hair Etc on the north end of Gasparilla Island will celebrate its 35th anniversary…
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SW Florida Fishing: Fish and … birds?

BY CAPT. JOE LECLAIR Over the last few weeks, loads and loads of people have come to paradise hoping for warmer weather…
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EcoWatch: The Endangered Species Act is safe for now

We all have a responsibility to protect endangered species, both for their sake and for the sake of our own future generati…
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Good Friday, Easter worship and events 

Easter is early this year, and all of the island traditions are scheduled and underway for the busy weekend ahead. Easte…
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Basin Sailing Yacht Club hold its annual Island Championships regatta

Little Laser sailboats in annual competition From left, competitors in the March 29, 2026, BSYC Island Championship are…