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Updating road conditions for Monday commute into Boca Grande
Editor’s update: At the end of day Monday, the road was clear of water.
For those that need to commute into Boca Grande…
Boca Grande Fishing Pier damaged by Hurricane Helene
The Boca Grande Fishing Pier, which had just been reopened after its earthen approach shoulder was damaged by Hurricane Deb…
Update from Lee County on Boca Grande operations for Hurricane Helene cleanup
Lee County today sent an update to the Beacon and the community today to tell of post-Hurricane Helene efforts in Boca Gran…
Pumps from Lee County draining Gasparilla Road
On Saturday, Lee County staff brought two giant water pumps to clear…
Boca Grande debris plan for Lee County; Charlotte plan link here; email for county officials
This was updated Monday, Sept. 30, and newer stories. Information on…
Heraclean feat? Pumps now working to take water off Gasparilla Road
BOCA GRANDE – Like that fifth labor of Heracles, cleaning out the Augean stables, a crew from Lee County has installed a pu…
Storm trash separation for Charlotte County listed, contacts
Recovery efforts are underway in response to Hurricane Helene in Charlotte County. Clearing and removing storm debris is a…
Sand pile cleanup continues across Gasparilla Island in Boca Grande
It was just like a kids’ sandbox today on Gasparilla Island.
Crews from Lee County came to the island today to begin the…
Boca Grande mail at Placida until assessment on building
The Boca Grande Post Office is temporarily closed until officials can assess and clean up any damage from Hurricane Helene…
Lift stations working, but PLEASE minimize waste water use Sunday and Monday
Currently all 20 lift stations are working on the island, and every lift station has power. However, the system is filled w…