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Reader enjoyed October articles
To the Editor: Your October edition of the Beacon is a very enjoyable read. Having been born and raised in South Boca Grande…
A quiet good-bye to the folks at The Fishery
■ BY MARCY SHORTUSE On Thursday morning, October 18, a light breeze pushed a melancholy feeling around the bruised and potho…
As stone crab season begins many wonder … are those crabs safe to eat?
■ BY SUE ERWIN It’s officially stone crab season, and Dr. Phil Gravinese, a scientist at Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota…
Help celebrate 75 years of service with the BGFD
■ STAFF REPORT
Join Chief C.W. Blosser and the rest of the staff at t…
Botched brownies lead to smoky Island House situation
All was well in the end on Tuesday, Oct. 16 at approximately 7:30 p.m…
Come out for the spookiest of island traditions: The Boca Grande Halloween Carnival
■ STAFF REPORT Kids, start thinking about your costume and decide if you are going to be scary, funny, cute or adorable for…
Beacon looking for veteran stories
■ STAFF REPORT If you have someone special to you who has served in the U.S. military and you would like to recognize him or…
Want to make history? Historical Society volunteers sought
■ BY SUE ERWIN The Boca Grande Historical Society is seeking volunteers for the upcoming season at the History Center. Assis…
Farmers Market opening date announced
■ BY STAFF REPORT The weekly Farmers Market at Wheeler Road ballfield is set to open for season on Friday, Dec. 21 running 9…
Check out paradise, eat some Bubba’s Roadhouse and celebrate Cayo Costa
■ BY SUE ERWIN Explorers of secluded parks are invited to come and celebrate Cayo Costa Day from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on S…