Opinion
EDITORIAL: Nonprofit groups need you more than ever
March 27, 2020
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – It seems like each week we experience a new phase in the COVID-19 crisis. From a lack of groceries to a constant battle with ourselves not to touch our faces, so many every day …
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Another successful season of History Bytes is in the books
March 27, 2020
To The Editor: History Bytes – February 2020 All I can say is WOW!! The 2020 History Byte program has come and gone so quickly! We had a fantastic series of four “Bytes” at the Johann Fust Library …
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Many thanks for keeping us safe
March 27, 2020
To the Editor: A big thank you to the employers and clients who are paying us NOT to come do our jobs. We are scared, and worried too, but your kindness helps. It shows that we matter. That’s why w…
Editor’s Note: What a difference a week can make
March 20, 2020
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – Last week in this same spot on the front page we had two cancellations in our social calendar, with a mention of a third, due to COVID-19 concerns. This week the spot is taken u…
EDITORIAL: A time to think, a time to plan
March 20, 2020
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – Did you ever think things would get this crazy? Just a couple of weeks ago we were worried about things that seem so inconsequential now. Whether you believe this virus threat i…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Strawberry Festival, a ‘mission from God,’ raised almost $80,000 this year
March 13, 2020
To the Editor: From the many volunteers of all ages involved, to local businesses and visitors, the 2020 United Methodist Women’s Strawberry Festival was a community event. It was a beautiful day, …
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Where you’re from means everything
March 13, 2020
To my Hometown, Wow, it’s a little bitter-sweet to write this letter to … all of you. Many of you have gotten to know me over the years for a number of reasons. You joined the Chamber of Commerc…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Thanks to everyone for the love and care
March 13, 2020
To the Editor: I just wanted to thank everybody who came to my rescue when I got into an accident lately. So many people came to help me out and sent me things, I can’t begin to name you all. Just …
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: There was good news, there was bad news
March 6, 2020
To the Editor: Last week’s Beacon featured two articles regarding COVID-19 (the novel coronavirus). One, by Dr. Lauren Hana, was a thorough review of our current understanding about this new virus …
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Many thanks for great ‘Beach Ball’ response
March 6, 2020
To the Editor: Boca Grande Preschool (formerly the Boca Grande Child Care Center) is so blessed to be part of this community, which on Monday answered the call to fund real and immediate needs at B…