Community
Lee County wrote its own zoning waiver for Community Center parking parking
September 19, 2024
Movie theater comparison used in explanation
Editor’s note: In the process of reviewing documents ahead of the season, and changed parking rules, the Beacon discovered some differences in proc…
On the Ballot: Looking at the first two proposed State Constitutional Amendments
September 19, 2024
In Florida, November’s general election will include six state constitutional amendments — changes to the laws included in the State Constitution. Four of these amendments were approved to be on t…
Lee Commissioners discuss Boca Grande parking plan status
September 19, 2024
At the regular Lee County Board of Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 17, Commissioner Cecil Pendergrass raised a Commissioner’s Item about the status of parking decisions in Boca Grande.
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Englewood Chamber new leadership class
September 19, 2024
The Englewood Chamber of Commerce introduced the Leadership Class of 2025 at the Fun After Five, held at Posh Pelican, last Wednesday. The Leadership Class goal is to inform participants about the…
Humane Society award
September 12, 2024
Suncoast Humane Society was awarded a $2,000 grant from Maddie’s Fund, a national family foundation established by Dave and Cheryl Duffield. The new program will extend existing playgroups for she…
Long ballots make need for voter study and preparation in November election
September 12, 2024
Because of a complex ballot in November and the possibility of longer lines, local election officials are asking citizens to check their registration online immediately. They’re also reminding vot…
Artificial Intelligence and the year ahead at Friends
September 12, 2024
Editor’s Note: The Friends of Boca Grande just released their 2024-25 Happenings booklet, in mail soon.
On the cover is a talk with Heidi McKee on Artificial Intelligence. As an experiment, the…
EcoWatch: State Park plans stop due to brave informant
September 6, 2024
“Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray, where nature may heal and give strength to body and soul alike.”
John Muir, naturalist and poet
Last week, residents of …
Plans in work for 2025 Visitor’s Guide; copies available
September 6, 2024
The Boca Beacon’s Visitor’s Guide is the only promotional magazine for travelers to Gasparilla Island, and an essential for advertisers, as it is the key to one of Florida’s wealthiest zip code, 3…
Chamber Talk
September 6, 2024
BocaGrandeChamber.com, 941.964.0568
Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce upcoming events
• Thursday, Sept. 26, 5 to 7 p.m. All American Tri-Chamber Mixer with hot dogs, hamburgers and apple …