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The Boca Grande Club looks a little different as of late … here’s why

September 8, 2022
The Boca Grande Club is changing out its ficus hedge for new pitch-apple trees. The old hedge has been in place for about 25 years, but it was deteriorating, the result of not being a native plant…

The Grande Chorus takes the stage!

September 8, 2022
By Elaine Skypala Everybody sings. Maybe you are the guest who sings the loudest congratulations when they sneak out the birthday cake at the restaurant, or maybe you are just happy to get the fr…

‘American Pickers’ is coming back to Florida, and they need your help to fill the season

September 8, 2022
The popular History Channel show “American Pickers” is returning to Florida and plans to film episodes throughout our area in December. If you already think you’re out of the running, remember th…

Think the island is sinking in season?

September 8, 2022
While it seems like there are more visitors than ever, our population has actually decreased In the last few years, many Boca Grande residents have felt like the island was going to sink with the…

Seashells: the jewels of Florida’s beaches

September 8, 2022
Submitted by the Barrier Island Parks Society Seashells have been a part of the culture in Southwest Florida for centuries. Just under 400 different species of shell have been identified in South…

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: A new season of learning, music and much more in our area …

September 8, 2022
While the social opportunities are few and far between at the moment, announcements from several local off-island organizations have proven that the 2022-23 season is going to be amazing. Here are j…

Timeline …

September 8, 2022
Boca Beacon backpages FIVE YEARS AGO The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission decided to pursue a new “sportfish” designation that would include tarpon as a catch-and-release…

Your Boca Grande (Not So) Accuweather Forecast

September 8, 2022
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Bocascopes for the week of Sept. 9, 2022

September 8, 2022
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Pets of the Week

September 8, 2022
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