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Coral Creek hosts PGA golf program to support vets, active duty
Coral Creek Club recently hosted the PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) Placida program, a six-week golf instructio…
Veterans Memorial in the ‘70s
The Veterans Memorial is shown in this undated photo from the Beacon files. The 5th Street “Public Beach” parking area has…
As shutdown halts food assistance, pastor works to fill the gaps
As the U.S. government shutdown enters its second month and freezes the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), R…
Opening for new History Center at Crowninshield
The new space for the Boca Grande Historical Society and History Cen…
Charlotte will consider Gasparilla Island parking at Nov. 12 meeting
Next Wednesday, the Charlotte County Commission will again take up t…
Green Flash launches season at Miller’s
The Green Flash Band is set to launch its 2025-2026 season with a dynamic live performance at Miller’s Dockside Marina in B…
David John Williams 1942-2025
David John Williams of East Haddam, Conn., and Boca Grande, Fla., passed away on November 2, 2025, after a courageous battl…
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Veterans Memorial
Ceremony to be held at 5th Street
When residents and visitors gather on Veterans Day at the corner of Gilchrist Avenue a…
Charlotte County government upcoming
Upcoming meetings:
Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, 1:30 p.m. – Planning and Zoning Board, Charlotte County Administration Center…
Bridge Authority meeting Nov. 19
The Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority will meet on Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 1 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose room of the Boca Gran…











