Letters to the Editor
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Local Toys for Tots program already getting ready for Christmas, donations being accepted
October 5, 2023
To the Editor:
I know it seems early, but the Charlotte County “Toys for Tots” campaign has already begun. Please email Toys for Tots if you have any questions at charlotte.county.florida…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Boca Grande Woman’s Club announces scholarship opportunities
October 5, 2023
To the Editor:
The Scholarship committee of the Boca Grande Woman’s Club is now accepting applications for the 2024- 2025 school year. Applicants for the program must meet the following criteri…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: The importance of voting
October 5, 2023
To the Editor:
I wanted to take a moment to talk about the importance of being voter-ready. Voting is a crucial aspect of our society, and it’s how we make our voices heard. This is why my team…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Island AUXCOMM group thankful for new donation to project, to all who donated and for great coverage
September 28, 2023
To the Editor:
I’m very glad to advise you that in the wake of Friday’s comprehensive Beacon update on the Auxiliary Emergency Communications Project, a concerned private citizen donated $20,00…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: October is a WILD month at Boca Grande Lighthouse Methodist Church
September 28, 2023
To the Editor:
October is shaping up to be a fun and exciting month.
We will launch our new MOMS Connection on Wednesday, Oct. 4 from 5 to 6 p.m. The group is free and open to all moms (beca…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Fifth Street Beach Access closed as a safety precaution
September 22, 2023
To the Editor:
The Fifth Street Beach Access on Boca Grande has been closed as a safety precaution because Hurricane Idalia eroded the beach and washed away the access ramp.
The Beach …
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: New court money scam to watch for
September 22, 2023
To the Editor:
The State Attorney’s Office would like the public to be on alert for a scam happening in Southwest Florida, targeting people being subpoenaed for court cases and demanding money….
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: A letter from Florida’s CFO
September 22, 2023
To the Editor:
This week, I highlighted the success of the My Safe Florida Home program, which helps Floridians harden their homes against storms while reducing their insurance premiums. It’s n…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: GIMM thanks everyone for a great season
September 14, 2023
To the Editor:
The Gasparilla Island Maritime Museum (GIMM) and Whidden’s captains had a great tarpon season! We hosted two “Howl At Moon“ tournaments, and William Woodroffe hosted two mo…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Summer and fall news at BGCC
September 14, 2023
To the Editor:
The summer has been an active season at the Boca Grande Community Center, and that will continue through the fall. Here are some highlights of what has happened and what is to co…