When the University of West Florida announced its first-ever Rhodes Scholar finalist, it marked a historic milestone for the institution. The Rhodes Scholarship is the world’s oldest and most presti…
Federal agencies say that they have not had action on island
Editor’s Note: Updated 12-18-2025 from print edition to add quote from CCSO.
There have been rumors of an Immigration and Customs E…
Since 1987, each Christmas the Boca Beacon has published a calendar featuring local photos for its subscribers.
Our 2026 calendar showcases photos themed to wildlife in and around Gasparilla Isla…
Lee County Sheriff’s Office enforcement is still in “reasonable discretion” mode for Boca Grande parking across Gasparilla Island during Christmas break, as most island residents do not have parking…
Calusa Waterkeeper Joe Cavanaugh will welcome Dr. Gregg Poulakis of the Fish and Wildlife Research Center, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, to discuss the endangered smalltooth saw…
Georgia to Boca Grande North
If you spend any time around Boca Grande North, there’s a good chance you’ve seen Trey Winter at work. He’s often on the grounds early, checking progress, talking wit…
Lee Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Kevin Karnes is partnering with the School District of Lee County to bring Inspector General services. This new partnership comes after an August push…
The Inspector General Department of the Lee County Clerk of Court and Comptroller has completed an audit of the Lee County Port Authority’s Airside Operations and Safety, carried over from the 2023…
The Boca Beacon had so many Christmas Walk photos last week that we still have more to show, like this antique Cars and Coffee Show sponsored by Michael Saunders & Company. Above are Carol Stewa…
Local artist Dawn Barry-Bryan introduced her art collection last week at The Hammocks Cape Haze. Dawn’s pieces are mixed-media collages that blend seashells, textiles, beads and vintage illustra…
