Above, cleaning the neon sign at The Temp. Right, Bobby Miller delivering new equipment at Hudson’s Grocery. Below, Jorge of Grassnology with new landscaping at Grande Flats and Gasparilla Adven…
A disaster fund to help some island businesses get back up and running quickly after two hurricanes is now at $2 million in cash and commitments, with a $3 million goal. Last week the fund was $1.5…
In-person voting for Precinct 122, typically held at the Boca Grande Community Center, will instead take place at the Lighthouse United Methodist Church for the Nov. 5 general election.The Community…
With all the destruction from the two recent hurricanes, at least two of the churches on the island are feeling blessed. There was minimal damage at both Lighthouse United Methodist Church and St. A…
BY BOBBIE MARQUIS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
“It was the best of times. It was the worst of times.”
Before describing Hurricane Milton’s impact on the library, we must say that this is the second stor…
Editor’s Note: The Royal Palm Players sent out this letter to patrons and theatergoers.
Dear Patrons and Friends: We hope this email finds you safe and sound. Our hearts go out to everyone affect…
The Christian radio station WSEB 91.3 FM, that giant tower in Cape Haze, was off air after recent hurricanes.
Their difficult month started with a rowdy hive of honeybees that moved into the…
Many of the private clubs on island have not yet set dates to reopen following Hurricane Milton; however, progress is being made every day. The Boca Grande Club got water back on Monday, Oct. 21, sa…
Lee County, through our First District Commissioner Kevin Ruane, sent the Boca Beacon and the island an update on all that is going on with the restoration of Gasparilla Island, including streets, u…
On Tuesday, Oct. 15, Florida Secretary of Commerce Alex Kelly came to Boca Grande to help local businesses ruined by Hurricane Milton. The Beacon discussed the importance of small businesses to not…
