Last week, strong winds snapped a boat lift in South Boca Bay, sending a Wellcraft Scarab Sport into the water. The boat was presumed sunk after it disappeared, but three days later it resurfaced mi…
All of Gasparilla Island and Charlotte County has restricted watering schedules this spring. As jurisdictions overlap, residents should follow the strictest restriction in each schedule.
The Sout…
Lee County Clerk and Comptroller Kevin Karnes has launched a new interactive website aimed at increasing transparency in local government spending.
The site, called the Sand Dollar Snapshot, went…
Meet local cardiologist
February is American Heart Month, a time when cardiovascular health moves into sharper focus. For Dr. Kenneth Pfahler, it’s a reminder of work that has shaped nearly ever…
At the Saturday Island Book Blast, above, Brit Hume and Michael Alexander; below left, Candice Shy Hooper, Linda Fairstein and Cappy Powell speak to Barbara Edgerton. Right, Judy and Michael Alexand…
Jazz and contemporary vocalist, Jane Monheit, with pianist Max Haymer entertained this week at Crowninshield Community House as part of the All That Jazz program offered by Friends of Boca Grande. …
BY BILLY CALDWELL
My buddy Toby Wiener said let’s go fishing somewhere else, so he found Cebaco Bay Sportfishing Club in Panama. Six of us, Toby, Ed, Andy, Jim, Shakey and I flew to Panama City t…
It’s time to start writing your Valentines.
Each year, the Boca Beacon prints Valentine’s messages submitted by the community. Send in a message to the person you love, or anyone who might…
