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Steve Seidensticker Celebration of Life
October 19, 2018
A celebration of the life of Steve Seidensticker will be held on Thursday, Oct. 25 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Edson Keith Estate, 5500 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. In lieu of cards and flowers, the f…
Obituary: Charles C. Whitaker II
October 19, 2018
Charles C. Whitaker II, best known as Sonny, passed away on October 10, 2018 in Tampa, Florida. Sonny was born in Tampa on June 12, 1920 to parents Karl E and Olivia Moody Whitaker. He attended H.B…
Great memories of a unique man
October 19, 2018
To the Editor: Hello, I am Chris Grilo, U.S. Army. I am serving in Kabul, Afghanistan right now. I live and have family in Port Charlotte (Murdock area). I moved from Hicksville, New York (Long Is…
Many thanks from a grateful family to a grieving community
October 19, 2018
To the Editor, Dear Friends and Relatives, Words cannot convey my gratitude to those who took part in the beautiful expression of honor displayed in tribute to the life of my husband, Mark Futch – …
Chamber mixer to feature Mota’s Munchies October 18
October 12, 2018
Don’t miss the first Chamber mixer of the season, co-hosted by newest Chamber member Mota’s Munchies Fresh Mexican Cuisine and the Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, Oct. 18 in the C…
Hurricane Michael missed the island, but we still felt effects
October 12, 2018
The Coast Guard had to take two men off this sailboat on the evening of Tuesday, Oct. 9 near Gasparilla Island, as eight-foot swells had the 50-foot sailboat in jeopardy. The unmanned vessel named …
Fire Department to host celebration of 75th anniversary on October 24
October 12, 2018
■ BY MARCY SHORTUSE – In 1941 Gasparilla Island was on alert, with the looming prospect of a world war in mind. Residents were taking turns standing on rooftops to watch for Nazi submarines in the …
Beacon looking for veteran stories
October 12, 2018
If you have someone special to you who has served in the U.S. military and you would like to recognize him or her, please contact us at the Boca Beacon. Our November 2 and 9 issues will contain the…
Halloween Carnival just around the corner
October 12, 2018
Kids, start thinking about your costume and decide if you are going to be scary, funny, cute or adorable for the annual Boca Grande Community Center Halloween Carnival. The carnival will be held on…
Historic Preservation Board approves motion to continue on Banyan Street property
October 12, 2018
■ BY SUE ERWIN – The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board held its monthly meeting on Wednesday, October 10, and a debate continued about a proposal regarding a property on Banyan Street. The re…