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Send us your Love Lines Valentine notes

February 5, 2026
It’s time to start writing your Valentines. Each year, the Boca Beacon prints Valentine’s messages submitted by the community. Send in a message to the person you love, or anyone who might…

Lee County updates on right-of-way intrusions in Boca Grande

February 5, 2026
Lee County DOT thanks the Boca Grande community and the many residents who voluntarily complied after receiving our letter. Many residents have removed obstructions from the right-of-way in designat…

Letters: Charlotte residents treasure town of Boca Grande

February 5, 2026
To the Editor: Boca Grande, our cherished jewel on Gasparilla Island, has always embodied natural beauty intertwined with genuine community spirit. Yet over the past year, a painful rift has wide…

Hermitage Artist Retreat plans spring program in Boca Grande with Joe Iconis and Lauren Marcus

January 30, 2026
The Hermitage Artist Retreat this week announced new programs in February and March, including an event in Boca Grande and a return to the Hermitage Beach in Sarasota County. The Boca…

Boca Grande Hope For Haitians builds on 16 years of impact

January 29, 2026
Above, one of 25 new homes. Photos submitted BY HOPE FOR HAITIANS  After a six-year pause, Boca Grande Hope For Haitians will welcome supporters back for its first in-person fundraising event…

Island Roundup: Conservancy to host Art in the Palms event

January 29, 2026
The Bocilla Islands Conservancy will host the Art in the Palms event on Saturday, Feb. 7. It is a community celebration of art, music, food and island conservation. The event raises funds to support…

Charlotte County considers Cape Haze apartment block

January 29, 2026
Charlotte County has scheduled for public hearing the project by Hutton MF Cape Haze, LLC for a 135 unit apartment building behind the Cape Haze Ace on Monday, Feb. 9 at 1:30 p.m. The applicant s…

Lee County meeting on  Tuesday

January 29, 2026
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will hold a meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 3, at 9:30 a.m. The agenda includes a Fiscal Year 26 First Quarter Expenditure Report, as well as a contract for Bur…

Lemon Bay honors Eva Furner at annual meeting 

January 29, 2026
Wildflower project cited in volunteer service The Lemon Bay Conservancy held its annual meeting on Jan. 26, bringing together board members, volunteers and supporters to reflect on recent milesto…

Charlotte asks for on-island Lee meeting

January 29, 2026
At their regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 27, Charlotte Commissioners asked for a joint meeting between Lee County and Charlotte County to be held in Boca Grande to resolve an ongoing parking disagr…