Storm restoration work continues at First Baptist Church of Boca Grande, which was flooded during the fall hurricanes. Construction crews this week were working inside, clearing where the floor was…
The Surfrider Foundation, which advocates for the public use and safety of beaches across the world, has spoken out about the potential closure of public Gasparilla Island beach parking by Lee Count…
A Boca Grande Chamber of Commerce survey on visitors to Gasparilla Island is still gathering submissions. It now has over 2,200 responses and almost 900 written comments and ideas.
“We wanted to…
Above, an archival photo of the old Collier Inn, with its famous steps. Boca Beacon archives
A group of homeowners of Useppa Island, including some Boca Grande residents, have reportedly agreed t…
In Florida, possession of live queen conch at any time is prohibited, according to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. All harvest of the Bahama starfish is also illegal.
In Lee Co…
Featuring Wanamakers, gumbo limbo and Sugarshack
The July/August edition of the Boca Beacon’s Gasparilla Island Magazine is out now with new feature stories, recipes, shopping and social pages…
Friends of Boca Grande announced the appointment of Martina Long as their new program director this Monday.
Long has a wealth of experience in the nonprofit sector and an extensive background in…
On Sunday, June 22, there was an electrical fire at the Boca Bay Pass Club.
“The underground electrical system shorted out which created a chain reaction that ultimately caused the electrical pa…
Tarpon season this year was a little quieter than some years, but fishing was great, and the annual tournaments were as spirited as always.
“It was a good season, not the greatest for business, n…
$1.5 million awaits governor’s approval
A $1.5 million appropriations project request sponsored by Florida House Representative Adam Botana for a Boca Grande Fire Control District ladder truck re…
