News
Nesting activity showing stronger results compared to 2024
September 4, 2025
BY ARLENE HALL, BGSTA SECRETARY
Wow, the 2025 sea turtle nesting season is sure winding down quickly now! If you’ve been tracking the weekly statistics in the Boca Beacon, you may have noticed th…
Tax free preparation
September 4, 2025
Gov. Ron DeSantis issued a proclamation declaring September as Florida Preparedness Month, highlighting the importance of disaster readiness. With hurricane activity expected to increase in the comi…
The manatee, a critical keystone species of Florida
September 4, 2025
BY THE BARRIER ISLAND PARKS SOCIETY
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…
Beachfront towns across Eastern U.S. address public access
September 4, 2025
Anna Maria now pondering paid, resident parking
BY MARCY SHORTUSE
Anyone who has spent time in Boca Grande knows that a “busy” beach day might look like 25 to 50 beachgoers at any given access…
Boca Grande Post Office open for (limited) business
September 4, 2025
Views inside, with post boxes. Photos by Anna
The Boca Grande Post Office reopened on Saturday, Aug. 30 after being closed for nearly a year due to hurricane damage. Residents have b…
Island Bridge Authority begins storm hardening project
September 4, 2025
This week, the Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority prepared areas of the Causeway for marine mattress installation.
“The causeway armoring project continues with Continental Heavy Civil (CHC) re-g…
Charlotte residents meet to organize support for Boca Grande access
September 4, 2025
About 60 Charlotte County residents met Wednesday, Sept. 3 at the South Gulf Cove Community Center to address their concerns about Boca Grande parking. The meeting was the first in-person gathering…
Honoring Tradition: Fire Department invites public to Sept. 11 push-in
September 4, 2025
The Boca Grande Fire Department will have a “push-in” ceremony to formally welcome their two new tender and engine, the T-231 Megalodon, and E-231 Silver King. The ceremony, set for 10 a.m., will in…
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Michelle Starr
September 4, 2025
Master naturalist, water advocate
Many Beacon readers will recognize Michelle Starr. Over the years, she has guided countless eco-tours through Boca Grande’s waters, teaching visitors about the m…
Letters: Boca Grande Historical Society announces Footprints exhibit
September 4, 2025
To the Editor and the community:
On behalf of the Boca Grande Historical Society, we thank you for your support. We understand the impact the two recent hurricanes have had on our community and t…