Community
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…










