Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Obituaries.
There will be a Celebration of Life for the late Pamela Morris Hannah on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025 at Lighthouse United Methodist Church. The service is at 4 p.m. Pam Hannah died Wednesday, May 22, 2024, following a lengthy battle with acute leukemia. Pam is survived by her husband, Larry J. Hannah; daughter, Laura A. […]
Written by Sheila Evans on . Posted in Profiles.
Wade Staniar From the time he was quite young, Wade Staniar has had a special affection for trees. In fact, he would say he had a passion for them. That passion led to a career in forestry, land management, real estate sales and consulting that has brought satisfaction in many areas of his life. Trees […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in News.
A surprise item appeared during today’s Lee County Board of County Commissioners meeting regarding the addition of public parking restrictions in Boca Grande and on Gilchrist Avenue. A number of Boca Grande residents came to speak at the meeting; the item was not advertised ahead of of time. The discussion and speakers begin at timestamp […]
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Orlington Sinclair, son of Carlington Sinclair, was awarded the L.A. Ainger M.S. 8th grade Advanced Art Class/Charlotte County red ribbon. Photo submitted
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The Lost Melody jazz trio performed at the All That Jazz event on Monday in the Community Center Auditorium. Photo by Cheryl
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Entertainment, Events, News.
Ahead: Evan Thomas Road to Surrender: Three Men and the Countdown to the End of World War II by American journalist Evan Thomas is at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 26 Thomas takes us on the “Road to Surrender,” a historical narrative behind the dropping of the atomic bomb. Go to friendsofbocagrande.org/events/.
Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Entertainment, News.
Just Add Sprinkles: A Colorful Collection of Fun and Easy Desserts, by Florida author Taryn Camp is coming out this March. Taryn Camp is the creator of the blog Life and Sprinkles and has been featured in Taste of Home and So Yummy, and worked with the Great American Family network. She lives in Oviedo, […]
Written by Boca Grande Health Clinic on . Posted in Health & Wellness, News.
Heart disease is serious, but the good news is that it’s preventable. Making small but meaningful lifestyle changes can protect your heart and improve your overall well-being. This Heart Month, take action: Schedule a checkup, monitor your blood pressure and encourage loved ones to do the same. Know the warning signs of a heart attack […]
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Josh Whitman, Director of Athletics for the University of Illinois, spoke to the Boca Grande Men’s Club on Thursday, Feb. 13. He is pictured here with Secretary Sam Skinner, at left, a graduate of Illinois, and Stan Ikenberry, at right, who served as president of the University from 1979-1995. […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Community, News, Sports & Outdoors.
The walking path is officially OPEN! Please continue to use caution while using the GICIA Bike Path. Crews will finish correcting the steep, washed-out areas along the Charlotte County stretch of the Bike Path by the end of February. Be aware that sand may be on the pavement while work is underway, and heavy […]