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Memories, stories of war sought
August 5, 2016
■ BY SUE ERWIN If you have memories of what it was like to live during World War I or World War II, now is the time to make an important contribution and be part of a publication that will share your…
Be cautious! Peak season for sea turtles has arrived
August 5, 2016
■ BY SUE ERWIN It’s been a bustling summer for baby sea turtles this year, and residents and guests need to remember to refrain from interfering with this natural process. The Boca Grande Sea Turtle…
Profile: Joe Stansbury
August 5, 2016
■ BY SUE ERWIN If you’ve enjoyed a delicious sandwich made on fresh- baked bread at Kappy’s Market recently, chances are it was made and served to you by Joe Stansbury. The friendly face behind the d…
GUEST EDITORIAL: Anderson explains position in running for District 3
August 5, 2016
■ BY DICK ANDERSON I am Dick Anderson, and I am a candidate for the Lee County Commission District 3. My candidacy is motivated by the legacy we will leave to our children and grandchildren. Are we…
Be careful what you wish for
August 5, 2016
To the Editor: “All for one and one for all.” Funny, that seems to be the battle cry of people like me. But hey, I guess it’s the battle cry of anyone who takes a side on any issue. Now, I haven’t hi…
Last chance to enter the Inn’s photo contest
July 29, 2016
■ STAFF REPORT Do you have fond memories of a particular stay at The Gasparilla Inn & Club? Maybe you have a fantastic photograph that showcases that memory? This is officially your last cal…
Learning the fate of our Farmers Market
July 29, 2016
■ BY SUE ERWIN Boca Grande Farmers Market Founder Shauna Lee Lange is hoping for a successful 2016-2017 season – even if it is only half a season. This month, representatives of Lee County infor…
Turtle trek
July 29, 2016
■ BY SUE ERWIN It’s very unusual to see a sea turtle stop off at the beach in the middle of the day to lay her eggs, but that’s exactly what happened on the beach around 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Jul…
Beacon crew up for five awards at upcoming FPA event
July 29, 2016
■ STAFF REPORT When September rolls around and the Florida Press Association holds its annual convention, the Boca Beacon crew will be looking to win or place in five categories. It was announ…
Still searching for any sign of Javier
July 29, 2016
■ BY MARCY SHORTUSE Several men and a dog set out from Pineland Marina in Bokeelia on Wednesday, July 27 in a continuing search for a swimmer missing from Boca Grande waters. The missing boy’s f…