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Boca Grande street repairs begin in December across island

Long list of fixes Work to repair washed out roads on Gasparilla Island will begin next week. Lee County has sent out a post-Hurricane Milton update from the Department of Transportation about emergency road repairs on local roads in Boca Grande. A pre-construction meeting was held Thursday, Nov. 21, and work will begin on Monday, […]

Margaret Flynn 1921-2024

Margaret Mary (Marge) Loviner Flynn, 102, of Hudson, Ohio died peacefully on November 20, 2024, one month shy of her 103rd birthday. Marge was born December 20, 1921 in Columbus, Ohio, the daughter of Cornelius William and Ann Lucille (Allen) Loviner. Marge grew up in Columbus and was a graduate of St. Joseph Academy. She […]

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Our staff writer Sheila Evans tells of being thankful after storms

Sometimes thankfulness comes easily. Other times it is harder to see the blessings, especially when they come wrapped in traumatic events. Nearly everyone in and around Boca Grande can identify with this circumstance, especially following the whiplash we have experienced from our two recent hurricanes. I have been asked to share my journey of gratitude […]

Salvaging something out of the destruction of two hurricanes

We are all dealing with individual, life-changing events, not one but two devastating hurricanes flooding us so close together. Debby doesn’t even count anymore. Many of us are still in emotional shock and find these storms psychologically and financially destructive. Our homes, businesses and communities have been permanently transformed. Some just slightly, others in ways […]

The staff of the Beacon is thankful for so much this week

Many families have the tradition at Thanksgiving of going around the table and asking each person what they are thankful for. This can be particularly humorous with small children, as their blessings can sometimes be quite basic. OIder children groan through the practice, but it never fails to make everyone think of what a privilege […]

Bacon’s Furniture back open

Bacon’s Furniture is celebrating their grand reopening after being visited by Ian! If you were impacted by any of the recent storms stop in and check out their specials. Bacon’s is located at 17701 Murdock Circle in Port Charlotte. Photo submitted

Opening the town up again …

Now here are some happy faces! Boca Blooms is showing their love for their green tree behind them. James Griffith staff is ready to give you a makeover! Boo Gemes is open for business as well as Banyan Street Pilates. Photos by Matt