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BY MARCY SHORTUSE- No one expects the Spanish Inquisition. That line from Monty Python keeps running through my head, as I try to sort out the craziness in the world around me. In fact, I could one day realize I’m in the middle of a Monty Python sketch and it wouldn’t surprise me a bit. […]
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To the Editor: The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is announcing the sixth annual Lionfish Removal and Awareness Festival Sept.12 and 13 at AJ’s Seafood and Oyster Bar and HarborWalk Village in Destin. Activities will include fillet demonstrations; family-friendly games and activities; art, diving and conservation booths; and the world’s largest lionfish spearfishing tournament, […]
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Keeping the business afloat from behind the scenes… BY OLIVIA CAMERON- The co-owner of Glass Bottom Rentals, where locals and visitors alike can voyage out past Boca Grande’s sandbar, might not be able to keep up with her husband and his love for adventure. However, Katie Koher isn’t lost at sea when it comes to […]
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STAFF REPORT- The Boca Grande Health Clinic has announced the appointment of Mark Driscoll as chief executive officer, succeeding Hilja Bilodeau, who has retired. Mr. Driscoll starts at the clinic on Monday, July 6. Driscoll comes to the clinic from Texas, where he served as the vice president of operations for CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic, overseeing three […]
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STAFF REPORT- The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board will meet next on Wednesday, July 8 at 10 a.m. in the Boca Grande Community Center Auditorium. The meeting agenda and backup materials for the cases are available starting July 1 at the Lee County DCD Planning Section, located at 1500 Monroe St., Ft. Myers, and online […]
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STAFF REPORT- The safety and security of all Lee County residents is Sheriff Carmine Marceno’s number one priority. In order to ensure everyone stays safe, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office will proactively patrol the beaches and waterways across the county. The LCSO Aviation Unit will fly over all Lee County beaches to ensure resident safety […]
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BY OLIVIA CAMERON- As mentioned in last week’s issue of the Beacon, it is uncertain whether the original osprey nesting pole that once resided on Belcher Road parallel to Hill Tide Estates will be replaced. In 2016, the pole was ripped from its place as Seagate Development’s project underwent construction. Talk of replacing the osprey […]
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BY OLIVIA CAMERON- After the passing of considerate local Lolo Weir in December of 2017, the Garden Club was inspired to replicate her passionate personality in a rainbow-painted bench. The bench was placed on the campus of The Island School and would be named the “Buddy Bench.” Lolo was known for her friendliness and colorful […]
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BY OLIVIA CAMERON- From the scent of blooming jasmine to the taste of salt in the air, Gasparilla Island is home to many classic tropical tropes. However, some things may be beautiful from the outside but dangerous within. Take, for example, our multitude of coconut palms. Coconuts may be a staple to seaside towns like this […]
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To the Editor: Charlotte County welcomes anglers and non-anglers participating in the statewide CCA Florida STAR competition, July 1- Oct. 4. Participants are competing for almost $500,000 in prizes, including boats, motors, scholarships, and more. STAR’s signature category, in which the Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor & Convention Bureau is a sponsor, is the iHeart Radio […]