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At 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24, David Michaelis will discuss his acclaimed biography of Charles Schulz, creator of the beloved comic strip “Peanuts” (a name Schulz did not like). In its review, Goodreads wrote, “What we do know is that his early experiences would shape his entire life. With Peanuts, Schulz embedded adult ideas […]
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All are invited to listen to author and professor Aaron Hamburger speak in the Johann Fust Community Library loggia and courtyard at 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 18. His novel “Hotel Cuba” is an epic family story. It explores the profound courage of two women who strive to create a new future in an enticing […]
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There is always so much wildlife to observe while paddle boarding, kayaking or boating around the historic Boca Grande Railroad trestles, and over the a few weeks ago as a juvenile bald eagle was great entertainment for many people. This gargantuan bird was just beginning to learn the tricks of the trade of being a […]
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The Boca Grande Fire Control District submitted an application for renewal of their Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN), which Lee County staff have recommended for approval at the Board of County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, April 16. Granting the COPCN will allow the district to continue operating as an advance life support, or […]
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The Boca Grande Fire Department is raising money to replace its ladder truck and refresh the department fleet after damage caused by hurricane exposure. “We can’t even rely on it as a backup because it is mechanically unsound,” said Fire Chief C.W. Blosser of the truck. At 15 years old, “Hammerhead” Ladder 231 has reached […]
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The Florida Press Association has notified the Boca Beacon that it has won 15 awards for its coverage in 2023. The awards are set to be announced at their upcoming July conference. Three of those awards are for members of our larger Boca Grande Community, including a community service award. Across all news and online […]
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Editor’s Note: This profile has been in the works for a number of years; we realized that in all the years of Dusty and the Beacon, we had not spotlighted him, and thought his 80th would be the perfect time. The profile includes a draft from our previous editor, Marcy Shortuse. There’s a story behind […]
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When Hurricane Ian destroyed their leased space, the Boys & Girls Club of Englewood was forced to move to a new location with no outdoor space and only two rooms. To help the club, guests gathered for the Boys & Girls Club of Englewood’s “Growing Together Campaign” event on March 9. The goal was clear: […]
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BY LEO ORSI JR The Princeton Fishing Team was started by three young Princeton High School pals who were best friends and who loved to fish. Over forty years or so, it has expanded to a group of folks consisting of guys and gals who are high school buddies, former business associates, former clients and […]
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Weekly real estate stats from Englewood Board of Realtors, 3/17/24 to 3/30/24 for zips 33946, 33947 and 33921