Author: Marcy Shortuse
BREAKING NEWS FROM GIWA:
“Gasparilla Island Water Association would like to inform all customers that they may experience slower flushing toilets and showers during Hurricane Idalia storm. With the higher tides and rain fall...
Advancements at the Dog Park
There have been some changes to the dog park as of late, as a new gazebo on one side of the park has been constructed. Lee County representatives have said that while construction material delays were...
No pets in Publix? More stores are in agreement
A recent decision by Publix Supermarket’s corporate office to enforce their policy regarding their customers’ ability to bring pets into their stores has created quite a stir in many animal-loving...
A FOUNTAIN UPDATE …
The number of people who responded after we ran a story about the wayward Alzamora fountain gives proof of the fact that there are many people on this island who care about our history. Thank you for...
RESTORING CELL COVERAGE … HERE’S THE LATEST
While the Atlantic is kicking up, action at the Bakery Building has slowed down this week. A new demolition crew will begin work on Monday, headed up by Kevin Kelley, and the Lee County Attorney’s...
TIMELINE FOR AUGUST 25: THIS DATE IN THE BOCA BEACON
FIVE YEARS AGO
The Beacon swept the Florida Press Association awards presentation, and Hopkins & Daughter celebrated 30 years of ownership of the Boca Beacon.
TEN YEARS AGO
Fire destroyed...