BY T MICHELE WALKER AND MARCY SHORTUSE – After years of research by the United States Army Corps of Engineers a decision was announced this week that Lake Okeechobee runoff would be headed south a…
On Saturday, Nov. 20 you can show off your hoop-shooting prowess at the annual Turkey Hoop Shoot, sponsored by Lee County Parks and Recreation and the Boca Beacon.
The action begins at 10 a.m. …
Support your local businesses at the Christmas Walk next Saturday
This feature is part one in a series that recognizes how different this year’s holiday shopping might be for many. With shortag…
Lee County Commissioners want to place year-round slow-speed zones for boaters in certain areas to help better protect manatees.
The proposed slow speed zone ordinance would be applicable to, a…
Christmas cheer can be found in many ways, but one of the best is by taking in the sights of the season through light displays. While we may not have the snow to go with our holiday, Florida can b…
Who would ever dare to imagine putting oneself in a situation that would purposely trigger the flight or fight response typically associated with an unexpected encounter with bees be therapeutic? …
SUBMITTED BY THE BOCA GRANDE GARDEN CLUB – Boca Grande Garden Club members are anticipating a packed slate of in-person meetings, events and workshops for the 2021-2022 season. A new board and lea…
(Warning, a multitude of mosquito larvae were harmed during the writing of this story)
Three warriors step forward, cross-armed, ready to take flight. Cue Wagner’s “Ride of the Valkyries.” The …
From water skier, fisherman, waitress, to Home Depot employee, Mary Spinks has done it all. But please don’t call her “first mate” as she prefers the title of “admiral.” The distinction is importa…
Richard George Robb, age 85, of Boca Grande, passed away on Tuesday, November 9, 2021.
Richard was born March 11, 1936.
At this time no services are scheduled. Arrangements by Lemon Bay Fun…
