Author: Marcy Shortuse

One local real estate agent tells the tale of life after Hurricane Ian

June 22, 2023
Marcy Shortuse
Community

Also, a quick peek at Boca Grande’s real estate market Anyone who has ever been in a disaster situation has the wherewithal to know what to do when it is safe to check out their surroundings....

Cellphone tower update …

June 22, 2023
Marcy Shortuse
Community, News

The Boca Grande Cell Tower Committee has been in communication with representatives from Vertical Bridge, the aerial telecommunication tower company that is installing our new permanent cell tower,...

She never ceases to amaze us:

June 22, 2023
Marcy Shortuse
Community

Carroll Swayze creates clothing line Artist Carroll Swayze’s work has been showcased in some of the most exclusive settings around the country – maybe around the world – and her marine...

41 turtle lighting complaints since March

June 22, 2023
Marcy Shortuse
News

Since March, 41 sea turtle lighting complaints have been logged with Lee County Code Enforcement. Of those 41, all but two (which were closed and voided) were sent notices and no violations were issued. Addresses...

BOCA BEACON (NOT SO) ACCURATE WEATHER

Boca Beacon backpages

THIS DATE IN THE BOCA BEACON

Boca Beacon backpages FIVE YEARS AGO The Matriarch of Boca Grande took her last ride over the Causeway on June 20, 2018. Isabelle Joiner took her first steps on the dock at Whidden’s, as well...

New golf cart regulations go into effect July 1 … Do you know what they entail?

June 16, 2023
Marcy Shortuse
News

One of the biggest changes to take place in a very long time is about to occur on July 1, when the newly-signed golf cart law goes into effect. House Bill 949 was signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis a few...

Historic Preservation Board extends ‘Octopus Tree’ dialog

June 16, 2023
Marcy Shortuse
News

While there was only one item on the agenda for the June meeting of the Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board on Wednesday, June 14, it was one that could not be decided easily. It was all about...

Shorebird colony at north end in peril due to humans and pet interaction

June 16, 2023
Marcy Shortuse
News

A large least tern nesting area located on the beach in front of Sea Watch is a welcome sight to any bird lover, particularly those who realize who fragile they can be when nesting. According to residents...

A rare find: Girl finds a coveted shell on local beach

On Monday, June 5 a little girl made a fantastic find just off the north end of Palm Island, south of Stump Pass. Amateur sheller Olivia Green, eight, of Texas had visited this beach many times before,...