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Charles Edward ‘Ched’ McConnell, 1948-2026
Charles Edward McConnell (Ched) of Boca Grande, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at the age of 77. Ched was…
Events Roundup: March 27-April 2
Friday, March 27
Farmers Market, Bayou (last market on April 3)
Frondezvous Mini Market, Pink Pony Courtyard
Art…
Michael Alexander: On the Wing of Eternity
In 2021, Michael Alexander began a personal journey to uncover the life of his father who died during World War II. He inte…
New director of Lemon Bay Conservancy Michelle VanderHaar
Within minutes of meeting Michelle VanderHaar, the new executive dir…
Fire Department calls increase from 2025
The Boca Grande Fire Department responded to 58 calls for assistance…
Friends support for Fire Department
The Friends of the Boca Grande Fire Department are pleased to report that the response to the request for funds to replace…
Sawfish spotting in Mercabo Cove
Since acquiring the Mercabo Cove property in 2016, the Gasparilla Island Conservation and Improvement Association has been…
Hacienda motor court at Historic Review
The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board will meet on Wednesday, April 8 at 10 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Cha…
4-Digit Arrives!
The new 4-Digit Phone Books are out now! Pick up yours in the Boca Beacon parking lot, 431 Park Ave., Friday, March 27 from…
Paul ‘Chico’ Euwer 1935-2026
The Beacon received word of the recent death of Paul ‘Chico’ Euwer of Boca Grande on Monday, March 23. A memorial service w…











