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Numbers are up for 2015 season
BY JACK SHORT – It’s probably tough to find a full-time Florida resident who, during any given season, doesn’t think it’s…
Two-leggeds and four-leggeds unite this Saturday at the Dog Show
Who let the dogs out?
The Boca Grande Woman’s Club did! This Saturday, March 28, at 10 a.m., the annual Boca Grande Do…
Letter to the Editor: Strawberry Festival committee gives thanks to the community
To the Editor:
The United Methodist Women of the United Methodist Church want to express our appreciation to everyone …
Get your Ultimate Dining Experience tickets today
Time is running out to get raffle tickets for the Boca Grande Cham…
Profile: Pastor Brian Brightly
BY JACK SHORT – Pastor Brian Brightly is a remarkably energet…
Art for Haitian Children auction to be held at Smart Studio
The Smart Studio will present a special silent auction of Dominican children’s art at their Boca Grande gallery on Park A…
Hop on the Big Red Bus next Thursday: Donate blood, see a movie for free
The Boca Grande Health Clinic is sponsoring a blood drive on Thursday, April 2 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and donors will rec…
A whole lot of line means a whole lot of troubles for our marine life
BY JACK SHORT – As the water crosses that magical temperature threshold somewhere in the mid-70s, the fish and the things…
Open enrollment at The Island School wrapping up next week
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – Next week marks the end of open enrollment at The Island School for the next school year and, at…
Opposing groups fail to reach consensus on median parking, county awaits new proposals
BY JACK SHORT – The three plans outlined in a recent Beacon story failed to gain traction between the two main sides…