As our country observed the 80th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor this week, it’s easy to lose sight the ferocity of the bombing, the terror we felt as a nation as well as the military stat…
By Caroline Clabaugh
It is that time of the year when the constant tinkling of a little bell outside of certain stores reminds us of the Red Kettles of the Salvation Army and the smell of fresh c…
It’s difficult to put a pin in Tim Fetzer’s accent. Born and raised in Germany, Tim has a clear German accent, but his father is from Chicago which is evident when Tim says words like, “Chicago” voi…
If you like the lights, if you like the Grinch and you like a drive-in theater, there are two holiday events will take place on the island this weekend – one on Friday and one on Saturday – that are…
In the mood for a frolicking good mystery? Join Karen Zarse and the Sleuths at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 14 for “The Twelve Clues of Christmas” by Rhys Bowen. The discussion group will meet in the Hou…
Boca Bargains opened for the season on December 1 and will be open every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday (except Christmas Day and New Year’s Day) from 9 a.m. until noon. Merchandise for sale includ…
To the Editor:
Kudos to The Beacon for its coverage of Joe Weir’s departure from The Boca Grande Community Center.
Joe was a well-known and highly respected figure in the Boca Grande Com…
Elaine Skypala has come prepared for our meeting with an outline in hand. “It’s funny because as I told my friends I was doing this interview, everybody said, ‘You have to tell that story or that st…
To the Editor:
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will meet in person December 15-16 at The Henderson Beach Resort, 200 Henderson Resort Way, Destin, Florida 32541. The meeting…
When Lee County Commissioners sit down for the monthly meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 7 they will not only be discussing the finalization of Boca Grande’s sidewalk ordinance amendment, but also the renewa…
