Opinion
More Gilchrist clarifications and elaboration
December 11, 2015
To the Editor: I was disturbed at the gratuitous use of my name in the lengthy “Gilchrist timeline” article in the Beacon last week. I do not understand just what you were attempting to imp…
Message to Lee County Commissioners: Listen to reason when it comes to Gilchrist parking
December 4, 2015
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – Just when I thought nothing more about the Gilchrist parking situation would surprise me, I found I was wrong. The proposal by the Gilchrist Neighborhood Association has really…
Editorial: GICIA asks everyone to consider the importance of Mercabo purchase
November 27, 2015
BY MISTY NICHOLS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE GICIA – The GICIA has set its sights on Mercabo (the 30-acre parcel at the entrance to the Boca Grande Causeway). With the threat of development looming …
GICIA asks everyone to consider the importance of Mercabo purchase
November 27, 2015
■ BY MISTY NICHOLS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE GICIA The GICIA has set its sights on Mercabo (the 30-acre parcel at the entrance to the Boca Grande Causeway). With the threat of development looming …
Are outboards changing the landscape of the sandbar?
October 23, 2015
To the Editor: I might be mistaken, but I have recently noticed, crossing the second bridge heading toward Boca, and looking to my left next to where numerous “redneck yacht club” outings have been…
Please, don’t obstruct the beach walkway
October 16, 2015
Southwest Florida scientists tracking changes in red tide
October 2, 2015
To the Editor: Mote Marine Laboratory scientists in Southwest Florida and others along Florida’s Gulf Coast are closely monitoring counts of red tide algae, after noting low-level increases of thes…
Public input requested reference village parking
October 2, 2015
SUBMITTED BY THE GASPARILLA ISLAND CONSERVATION AND IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION – As we begin to feel the changes that fall brings to the island, we eagerly anticipate the return of our winter reside…
Mangrove Chapter to discuss that old favorite, goldenrod
September 25, 2015
To the Editor: Please join the Mangrove Chapter of FNPS for a presentation on “Various Species of Goldenrod.” Guest speakers will be Al Squires and Denny Girard. Known locally as “The Denny and Al …
Thank you to all for supporting the Newman family
September 25, 2015
To the Editor: On behalf of Richard Newman’s family we would like to express our gratitude and appreciation for all the love, kindness, and thoughtful gestures all of you have bestowed upon us. Wo…