Opinion
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…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘Taste’ committee presents 2020 financials
March 6, 2020
To the Editor: The committee of the “Taste of Boca Grande” is presenting the following report regarding our financial results for 2020. Over the past 18 years we have made $610, 650 to present to t…
EDITORIAL: Be kind, patient and polite if using the new dog park
February 28, 2020
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – Rumor around the watering hole is that the “new” Boca Grande Dog Park is already open for business, fences be hanged. It’s a good feeling to know the tradition will be carrying …
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Deadline approaching for GCCF
February 28, 2020
To the Editor: The application deadline is approaching for Gulf Coast Community Foundation’s scholarship program for the 2020-21 school year. Prospective applicants may visit GulfCoastCF.org/schola…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘Native Plant Day’ at Cedar Point
February 21, 2020
To the Editor: The Mangrove Chapter, Florida Native Plant Society invites you to join us in celebrating our annual “Native Plant Day.” The public is invited to this free half-day educational outrea…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Thanks to many, LBC is thriving
February 21, 2020
To the Editor: The Lemon Bay Conservancy wishes to thank the Boca Grande community and our loyal sponsors, Centennial Bank; Rowley Insurance Agency Inc; Brian Corcoran of BRC Group; Gail Cleveland …