Author: Boca Beacon Reader

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: News from the November Lee County Commissioners’ meeting

To the Editor: The Lee Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday selected District 5 Commissioner Mike Greenwell to serve as Board Chairman for the coming year and District 1 Commissioner Kevin Ruane...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Come check out upcoming History Center programs

To the Editor: On Tuesday, Nov. 14 join the Boca Grande Historical Society in welcoming John Pether to discuss Florida’s timeless boats. The presentation will cover highlights from his book,...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Time to start looking for the big blue barrels

To the Editor: The barrels are coming back! Look for them at the post office, Crews Bank, in front of the Lighthouse United Methodist Church office and at the entrance to the church office. Also,...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: 2023 Lee County tax roll is open for collection

To the Editor: They’re neither a trick nor a treat, just a reality. Today, more than 562,000 tax bills are being mailed to property and business owners in Lee County. For those who signed...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Many thanks to all supporters of the Historical Society

To the Editor: I want to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your ongoing support of Boca Grande Historical Society. We have some great plans coming up in the near future, and we are...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Lemon Bay Garden Club 2023 Garden Tour & Fair announced

To the Editor:Preparations are underway for the upcoming Lemon Bay Garden Club 2023 Garden Tour & Fair. The self-guided tour includes seven beautiful local gardens. Save the dates, Friday and Saturday,...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: More information about upcoming parking discussions

To the Editor:The structured parking plan that now seems to be a source of controversy is not about Gilchrist Ave. The plan is for the Lee County portion of Gasparilla Island. It is intended to protect...

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Without parking regulation, we’re just another Coney Island

To the Editor:As a member of the Boca Grande Parking Committee, created by the GICIA in 2015, I am thrilled that a comprehensive parking plan is up for a vote by the Lee County commissioners on Tuesday,...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Local Toys for Tots program already getting ready for Christmas, donations being accepted

To the Editor: I know it seems early, but the Charlotte County “Toys for Tots” campaign has already begun. Please email Toys for Tots if you have any questions at charlotte.county.florida@toysfortots.org....

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Boca Grande Woman’s Club announces scholarship opportunities

To the Editor: The Scholarship committee of the Boca Grande Woman’s Club is now accepting applications for the 2024- 2025 school year. Applicants for the program must meet the following criteria: 1)...