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Deadline to register to be in the show is changed to noon on April 1st! Come one, come all to the very posh Dog Show – “Puttin’ on the Dog”! We have almost 300 seats available under the tent to watch the show. No charge! Come for free! Saturday, April 6th at 10 a.m. at […]
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On April 13, Edison and Ford Winter Estates will hold its annual “Grow Fort Myers” Plant Sale and Workshops event. This community-oriented program provides an opportunity for summer gardeners to learn new ways to enhance their gardening experiences and find some unique plants to add to their gardens. The workshops will start at 9:30 a.m. […]
Written by Boca Grande Health Clinic on . Posted in Health & Wellness.
Honoring the physicians of the Health Clinic BY MARK DRISCOLL, CEO BOCA GRANDE HEALTH CLINIC March 30 marks a special day on our calendar – Doctor’s Day. It’s a time to honor those who dedicate their lives to caring for us. At the Boca Grande Health Clinic, it’s the extraordinary team of board-certified physicians – […]
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Above, a coyote at the South End of the island, near south Boca Bay. The coyote has been seen in the past week. Please be aware with any outdoor pets while on that end of the island. H Wetzel photo
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Breaking News, News.
A fall deal to purchase the Useppa Island Club by investor and entrepreneur Sandy Stillwell Youngquist, owner of the Key Lime Bistro in Boca Grande, has fallen through. Stillwell, CEO of the Stilwell Enterprises & Restaurant Group of Ft. Myers, had entered into an agreement to buy the club in late 2023, but the sale […]
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To the Editor: As 25-year B.G. homeowners my wife and I hear mounting questions from residents as they try to understand the reasoning for the many recent impactful decisions made by the boards of our local institutions. While so many of us listen to questions on and disagreements with these decisions, we believe they are […]
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Residents continue to report issues with their postal delivery in Boca Grande. There are several methods to report complaints, including the United States Postal Service itself, our congressional representatives and the U.S.P.S. and its Office of the Inspector General. Questions? Email editor@bocabeacon.com. Previous reporting on postal issues in Boca Grande
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Intro fishing for adults at El Jobean Pier Charlotte County Community Services invites those aged 50 and above to participate in free active programs aimed at fostering social connections and well-being. One such program, Instructor-led Pier Fishing, is scheduled for Saturday, March 23, from 8 to 10 a.m. Participants will convene at the El Jobean […]
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Burnham Guides Paddling Adventures in Florida, Costa Rica, and EVA,” will be the final talk in a series of free Calusa Blueway-related programs set for 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, at the North Fort Myers Recreation Center, 2000 North Recreation Park Way, North Fort Myers. For more than 25 years, Mary and Bill Burnham of […]
Written by Drew Stanley on . Posted in Entertainment, Events, News, Police & Fire.
The Boca Grande Fire Department in conjunction with the non-profit Respect First Responders (R1R) will be hosting an open house and the Putting Around Boca mini-golf event this Saturday, March 23. The open house will be held from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Boca Grande Fire Station. BGFD memorabilia, R1R merchandise and Fire […]