As parking has once again occupied the forefront of islanders’ minds, several other popular destinations along the Gulf Coast have been having similar conversations just this week.
Boutique merc…
The state is soliciting bids for the renourishment of the south end of Gasparilla Island at Gasparilla Island State Park. The process will include 150,000 cubic yards of fill that is “compatible wit…
$16 million plus raised
The development agreement between Lee County and Friends of Boca Grande for Boca Grande Community Center improvements was unanimously approved at the regular Lee County Bo…
As summer gets underway in Boca Grande, iguanas have become more of a problem for some.
A reminder that Lee County residents can call (855) 525-5656 to request a removal, during which they will…
When people get worked up and annoyed about the issues of parking in Boca Grande, one concept that comes up, over and over again, is consistency in application. Fairness.
The emblem of this issue…
Did you know that Boca Grande is a community with many authors? Local authors who have recently completed and published books need the proper recognition, accolades and exposure to the community for…
Sarah Cislo grew up with sisters, but she seems to have a good handle on working in what is usually a “man’s world.” Sarah is one of two new firefighters at the Boca Grande Fire Department. She is t…
The Boca Beacon has a current guide to parking spaces across the island HERE, with state, local and town parking spots, and a map of public beach access points as of 2025. Currently, Lee County is…
The Boca Grande Woman’s Club Scholarship Committee representatives Sue Ewing and JoAnn Welch (shown at right) with scholarship recipients Jason Hutchison, Boca Grande Fire Department, and Cara Onofr…
BY CAPT. SANDY MELVIN
A tropical low weather system moved over us this week bringing some much needed rain in abundance, but it has also put a damper on our tarpon fishing for a few days.
When…
