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The current track: A Sunday letter from Boca Grande
October 6, 2024
It started as a quiet Sunday here in Boca Grande, clear but overcast. By mid-day, it is now rainy, and we are still three days out from Hurricane Milton. The rain is not Milton, but it does feel o…
Weekend trash update, Boca Grande, Lee County side
October 5, 2024
Lee County Solid Waste will be back on Boca Grande shortly after daybreak Monday, even though rain is forecast. Messaging related to storm preparation can be found by following Lee County Governme…
Charlotte County debris from Little Gasparilla staging at Eldred’s
October 4, 2024
Charlotte County will open a debris drop-off site at Eldred’s Marina, 6301 Boca Grande Causeway beginning Saturday, Oct. 5.
The debris drop-off site is for residents of Little Gasparilla Island…
GIWA water continues its recovery from Helene
September 30, 2024
As Gasparilla Island dries out from Hurricane Helene, staff from the Gasparilla Island Water Authority are continuing to pump through much of the standing water that has leached into the sewer sys…
Boca Grande Historical Society artifacts OK after Helene floodwaters
September 30, 2024
The Boca Grande Historical Society is moving its artifacts and papers off island, until its offices can be restored.
During Hurricane Helene, a few inches of flood water came into their buildin…
Update from Lee County on Boca Grande operations for Hurricane Helene cleanup
September 29, 2024
Lee County today sent an update to the Beacon and the community today to tell of post-Hurricane Helene efforts in Boca Grande. A few departmental updates for residents from the public information …
Pumps from Lee County draining Gasparilla Road
September 29, 2024
On Saturday, Lee County staff brought two giant water pumps to clear standing water off of Gasparilla Boulevard. The pumps worked all night.
This Sunday morning, they appear to have drawn down …
Storm trash separation for Charlotte County listed, contacts
September 28, 2024
Recovery efforts are underway in response to Hurricane Helene in Charlotte County. Clearing and removing storm debris is a major part of the recovery effort. Charlotte County Public Works asks for…
Reserve a spot in the upcoming 2025 Boca Beacon Visitor’s Guide
August 23, 2024
The Boca Beacon’s award-winning Visitor’s Guide is now in the planning stages. This is the time to reserve your spot for the 2025 edition.
The Boca Beacon’s Visitor’s Guide is the only prom…
Ballyhoo: August retail shopping in Boca Grande
August 15, 2024
When you come over to Gasparilla Island, there are great summer sales at retail stores including:
Barbara Anne’s Jewelry and Boutique. Their annual 50% off Jewelry and 20% off clothing sale b…