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The many days of extended Thanksgiving week shopping

November 26, 2025
A nice long weekend is ahead. But it is a busy week ahead too, as there are a flurry of new(ish) holidays that follow Thanksgiving. It is a marker of the cultural energy of the United States that…

Just a continuation of St. Petersburg and Sarasota 

November 26, 2025
Growth has altered our way of life. Our Gulf Coast was originally settled by fishermen. They were the only ones that could feed themselves. We had few roads, and they were dirt. Boats were the main…

EcoWatch: Animals that need your help to survive

November 26, 2025
It’s not enough to love animals; we must actively protect and preserve them. It’s our duty and responsibility as custodians of the planet Daphne Sheldrick Conservation icon and pioneer for Africa…

SW Florida Fishing: Back country wade fishing

November 26, 2025
BY CAPT. JOE LECLAIR Recently, while wade fishing with the saltwater 5-weight fly rods we managed to get deep into the backcountry. The waters were clear, the flies were small and the fish were h…

Ask a Doc: Avoid the uh-ohs when the grandkids visit

November 20, 2025
BY CHARLOTTE C. COWAN, MD Few things are more joyful – or more unpredictable – than a grandchild’s visit. Children inevitably bring with them both fun and minor chaos. And, as every grandparent k…

History: Docent’s dilemma, or it is all how you approach history

November 20, 2025
“One of the docents in a history museum was trying out some role playing and visualization techniques. After looking at the clothing exhibit, she asked a group of third graders to imagine that they…

Letters: Thanks for donations to Humane Society

November 20, 2025
To the Editor:  The Suncoast Humane Society would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated in our recent pet food and cat litter donation drive. Your generosity ma…

Letters: Gulf of America in history exhibit

November 20, 2025
To the Editor: I read an interesting article in the Boca Beacon last week regarding the new BG Historical Society’s new home and exhibition. So my wife and I took a ride over to the new location…

Goodbye to some banyans on our ‘magnificent colonnade’

November 20, 2025
This week, Lee County crews were out, removing three of the 21 banyans that line Banyan Street. An assessment: “They sacrificed themselves to help their others.” That was the grim opinion of h…

EcoWatch: The blessings of Thanksgiving

November 20, 2025
Breaking bread with the ones we love. Giving thanks to the heaven above. Sharing our bounty with those in need. The sanctity of giving is a noble creed. Returning to traditions creates ties that bin…