Community
Young Life group supports local youth, helps them give back through faith
December 29, 2023
Englewood Young Life is celebrating one year as their own independent area! As of October 1, 2022, Englewood is more localized with its own area director, part time admin, board, and volunteers. Thi…
Englewood Chamber celebrates at Thoroughbred Golf Carts
December 22, 2023
Englewood Chamber Christmas Fun After Five was Thursday night Dec. 14 at Thoroughbred Golf Carts.
Top Row: Maria Cummings; Madison Lutz, Jenni Aseere, Dana Lutz, Keith Sheridan, Meghan Becker, N…
Awning reinstalled at The Depot in Boca Grande
December 22, 2023
Last week, crews replaced the awnings on the Railroad Depot building.
They match the ones before Hurricane Ian.
The building dates from 1910, and is the former Charlotte Harbor and Northern R…
Christmas services this week in Boca Grande
December 22, 2023
This year, Christmas Eve falls on a Sunday. That means a slightly different timing for services on Gasparilla Island.
For Lighthouse United Methodist Church, all services will be on Sunday, the 2…
Soderberg gift will inspire other Suncoast Humane donors
December 21, 2023
For over 50 years, Suncoast Humane Society has helped tens of thousands of animals live happier, safer and healthier lives.
On November 9, 2023, among community leaders, Suncoast supporters Pete…
Macho approach for new beginner class at Duplicate Bridge Club
December 8, 2023
Bridge instructor Susie Kett will lead a new set of beginner lessons for the Boca Grande Duplicate Bridge Club beginning Wednesday, Jan. 3. Kett, who has taught privately, has led a popular men’s br…
Palm Island and Little Gasparilla ready for Christmas
December 8, 2023
By Iris Tufano
Island life on Little Gasparilla Island and Palm Island is preserved and illuminated by a generous holiday spirit. As Christmas quickly approaches, and the New Year is not too far…
Pets of the Week: Bolt, Minka, Gato and Daisy
December 8, 2023
News from the Suncoast Humane Society. Pets needing adoption include:
Hey there, I’m Bolt! My life’s been an adventure, like a comic book superhero. Once, I outsmarted a cunning cat burglar who t…
Boca Grande Garden Club has Pink Christmas
December 8, 2023
The Boca Grande Garden Club held its annual luncheon at the Boca Bay Powerhouse this week with their “In the Pink” theme.
Below are photos from the Boca Beacon by Dusty Hopkins.
Boca Grande Ga…
Lighthouse Church sets 2024 Strawberry Festival date of March 2
December 8, 2023
The Lighthouse United Methodist Church is pleased to confirm that the 2024 Strawberry Festival will be held on March 2, 2024. The hours for the event are from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Boca Grande Com…