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Fust Library to reopen Tuesday, Feb. 4
January 29, 2025
The Johann Fust Community Library, 1040 West 10th St., Boca Grande, will reopen at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 4. The library was closed due to damage from Hurricane Milton.
Regular operating hours a…
Hearings today on septic to sewer conversion for Palm Island Estates
January 28, 2025
Today, the Florida Public Service Commission is holding hearings regarding a proposed septic to sewer conversion for Palm Island Estates. The hearings are available online, but are also being held a…
EcoWatch: Hi ho-hi-ho, it’s off to hunting we may go
January 23, 2025
“Whether hunting is right or wrong, a spiritual experience, or an outlet for the killer instinct, one thing, it is not a sport. Sport is when individual teams compete against another under equal cir…
Meetings about sewers for Palm Island Estates
January 23, 2025
A new website has been launched to unite residents of Palm Island Estates against a proposed private sewer system that they believe could alter the community’s character. The updated website serves…
Lee County reminds of once-a-week watering
January 23, 2025
Residents of unincorporated Lee County are reminded that beginning Feb. 1, a one-day-a-week watering schedule will be in place through the end of May to conserve water and protect local aquifers…
Diana Runyon at member series at Crews Bank to Feb. 14
January 23, 2025
Diana Runyon
The Boca Grande Art Center is featuring the vibrant creations of award-winning artist Diana Runyon in its Exhibiting Members’ Series at Crews Bank & Trust on Park A…
Outdoor terrazzo work at Post Office
January 23, 2025
While there is no official date from the U.S.P.S., work continues on the exterior of the post office. Here, the terrazzo entrance is being cleaned on Thursday, Jan. 24. The next step is the work of…
Gasparilla Island Tennis Classic continues through Feb. 8
January 23, 2025
The public is invited to attend upcoming matches for the Gasparilla Island Tennis Classic sponsored by the Boca Beacon. This week, there have been some delays because of the rain, so call the clubs…
Preschool finds temporary location on Placida Road
January 23, 2025
The Boca Grande Preschool has secured a temporary location in Grove City, on Placida Road.
The Preschool expects to open as soon as possible at its Grove City location. The building is a former…
Tech investor Roux at Men’s Club
January 23, 2025
Technology entrepreneur David Roux, at left, spoke to the Boca Grand Men’s Club on Wednesday, Jan. 22. Roux is the co-founder and former chairman of Silver Lake, a private equity tech investment fir…