Author: Boca Beacon Reader

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: LGI resident explains in detail why last week’s story in Beacon was all wrong

Dear Editor, This is in regard to the article about the proposed sewer on LGI and Palm Island. To begin, the article was filled with so many blatent inaccuracies and it is evident that the owner...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast earns national mark of distinction

To the Editor: Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast has been protecting nature in Southwest Florida since 2003. After first being accredited in 2010, then reaccredited in 2016, they are delighted...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Island resident gives thanks for historical dictatorial regarding Eldred’s Marina, offers kudos to another

To the Editor: First off I would like to offer condolences and respect to Mr. Tim Dixon and the family for the loss of his brother Sam. I would also like to say how exquisite and memorable were...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Red grouper recreational harvest to close in Gulf on August 30

To the Editor: The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is closing the recreational harvest of red grouper in state waters of the Gulf of Mexico, excluding waters of Monroe County,...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Lee County commissioners award contract for new shade structures at 10 Parks & Rec facilities

Lee Commissioners award contract for new shade structures at 10 Parks & Recreation facilities To the Editor: The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to award a contract...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Sailing class graduates from ESA

To the Editor: The graduates of the 3rd Learn to Sail Class offered by Englewood Sailing Associates (ESA) stand proudly with their coaches and their director, C.H. Ritt. At the Sailing...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Gasparilla Island makes the top 10 list for snook

To the Editor: Sanibel and Gasparilla Island are among the top spots for snook fishing in Florida this fall! Snook is one of the all-time favorite species of inshore anglers. And considering...

GUEST EDITORIAL: BTT to study juvenile tarpon habitats in Charlotte County to study juvenile tarpon habitats in Charlotte County

Knowing where juvenile tarpon live is only part of the challenge. We also have to assess the threats to their habitats. We know that coastal habitats and water quality are on the decline worldwide...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Organization reminds homeowners where to turn for help if a hurricane comes

To the Editor: With the 18th-year anniversary of Hurricane Charley here and the peak of hurricane season approaching, it’s important that residents of Southwest Florida be reminded to prepare. Charley...

Memories of Eldred’s Marina by Tim Dixon, Part 1

While the memories of one man can be quite different than those of another whose experiences were exactly the same, Tim Dixon wants to make sure that the history of his family’s relationship with Eldred’s...