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Do you remember Peddlin’ Patti? Local artist Dick Tolsdorf does

November 24, 2022
Boca Grande is known for its people, as well as its gorgeous beaches, beautiful seascapes and terrific fishing. Occasionally there are “community characters” who add to the interesting vibe of the…

THIS WEEK IN THE BOCA BEACON

November 23, 2022
Boca Beacon backpages FIVE YEARS AGO Peter and Elsa Soderberg donated $1 million to the new Suncoast Humane Society building project, and the Barrier Island Parks Society announced a new thr…

THIS DATE IN THE BOCA BEACON

November 17, 2022
Boca Beacon backpages FIVE YEARS AGO The Barrier Island Parks Society announced that John Rice would be their new president, and Krista Potthast-Haynes was the new vice president. TEN YEA…

Whidden’s non-conforming structures discussed at Historic Preservation Board meeting

November 10, 2022
Boca Grande’s Historic Preservation Board made a point during its November 9 meeting that permits are still required for any changes, demolition or construction necessary as a result of Hurricane …

Celebrating Veterans Day: One man’s opinion

November 10, 2022
I am a veteran of the Korean War, and I have been alive and reasonably sentient during the six “hot” wars my country has engaged in since 1941. As a writer, I have interviewed a large number of ve…

Honoring those who served: 11/11/2022

November 10, 2022
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THIS DATE IN THE BOCA BEACON

November 10, 2022
Boca Beacon backpages FIVE YEARS AGO The Royal Palm Players were casting rehearsals for their season opener “Duets.” TEN YEARS AGO The Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority ad valorem tax…

THIS WEEK IN THE BOCA BEACON

November 3, 2022
Boca Beacon backpages FIVE YEARS AGO Final Hurricane Irma debris pickups were complete as anglers were busy tying flies and getting ready for the GIFT tournament. TEN YEARS AGO A manat…

From the office of the Boca Grande Historical Society

October 28, 2022
Thank you all for your patience as we deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. I am happy to report that the History Center and all of our historic treasures are safe and did not acquire any stor…

BOCA BEACON TIMELINE

October 28, 2022
FIVE YEARS AGO While the island was still picking up debris from Hurricane Irma, Hal McCombs was introduced as the new president of the Royal Palm Players. TEN YEARS AGO A short video cal…