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August 6, 2026
 “The manatee’s lament echoes in the deep, a cry for help from the ocean’s keep. Their home under threat, their numbers wane, yet they continue their peaceful reign. A plea for protection, a ca…

August 6, 2026
Can’t wait to … HAM-IT-UP Take your Boca Beacon newspaper around the world and show us how much fun you had! With copy and photo(s) send to dgodwin@bocabeacon.com p20Download

August 6, 2026
Latest in generation of guide leadership Above, Dusty with his wife, Nicole, and daughters Alana and Ava. Photo submitted This year, the Boca Grande Fishing Guides Association took on a new re…

August 6, 2026
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and partners announced the results and winners of the 2026 Florida Python Challenge, an event intended to raise awareness about invasive species whi…

August 6, 2026
Charlotte County needs nominees for the following: Boca Grande Street & Drainage Unit is seeking one member to fill a position with a term through Oct. 31, 2028, and one member to fill a posi…

August 6, 2026
BY SUSAN HANAFEE My man experienced an emotional crisis the other day when he discovered he had gotten the wrong paper towels. They were Bounty and white. No icky floral designs. But they were NO…

August 6, 2026
Judy Jones is showcasing some new arrivals at Fugate’s, from the stunning oversized blue-and-white decorative bowl to the gorgeous collection of coastal-inspired treasures, citrus-themed kitchen acc…

August 6, 2026
Stop in at Sunsets of Boca Grande and check out these made-in-the-USA dresses from Eva Rosedress. Maria (above) shows us the vibrant, beautiful colors. Sunsets of Boca Grande is open Monday to Satur…

July 30, 2026
Weekly turtle reports State Park Turtle Numbers Cayo Costa: 510 Loggerhead, 19 Green, 2 Leatherback, 6992 hatchlings  Gasparilla: 31 Loggerhead  Don Pedro: 210 Loggerhead, 33 Green, 2304…

July 30, 2026
Editor’s Note: This is one of six weekly wildlife articles submitted by the Barrier Island Parks Society to raise awareness about the issues facing our island communities. This week, the American wh…