Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Entertainment, Events, News, Sports & Outdoors.
A youth fishing tournament will be held at the 7th Street Beach Access due to the temporary closure of the Boca Grande Fishing Pier. It will run from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14. Tournaments are for boys and girls ages 13 and under. Bait will be provided (no lures allowed). All […]
Written by VAN HUBBARD on . Posted in Columns, Featured News, Sports & Outdoors.
How can we expect small businesses to survive dealing with the uncertainty of National Marine Fisheries’ inability to factor into their decisions the crippling impacts on our marine and tourism? This is not about politics or a political party, this is simply about the bureaucratic government’s brazen, inconsiderate attacks on our ability to create and […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Editorial, Sports & Outdoors.
There was a time not too long ago when many local state agricultural offices, particularly in suburban areas, were interested devoted to “truck and ornamentals.” That phrase might sound foreign to many, but the meaning made more sense in an earlier age, when local nurseries and homeowners participated in agriculture and ate food from “truck […]
Written by Boca Grande Health Clinic on . Posted in Columns, Health & Wellness.
BY THE BOCA GRANDE HEALTH CLINIC Loneliness is more common than you might think and touches many lives. According to U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy, America is facing an “epidemic of loneliness and isolation,” affecting millions across the country. This widespread issue impacts people of all ages, particularly older adults. Recent research from Northwestern […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Community, News.
The Englewood Chamber of Commerce announces the Pioneer Parade Grand Marshals for 2024. Pictured are Doug Izzo, Chamber of Commerce, Gloria Rogonki and Gwen Grace representing The Rotonda West Woman’s Club, and co- marshal, Ester Horton, long-time resident and community leader, Jeanne Joyce and Kim Parks. Ester was actually a young girl running barefoot at […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Health & Wellness, News.
This Wednesday, Aug. 28, the Boca Grande Health Clinic appeared in front of a Lee County Hearing Examiner to discuss parking requirements for their new building project. There was no ruling; the county continued the case until Nov. 22, 2024. The process is independent of the county manager and his departments. The case is VAR2023-00002. […]
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Community, News.
FROM A PRESS RELEASE As part of the United States Postal Service’s “For the Long Haul” initiative, we are proud to celebrate Cherre Hobbs, a dedicated retail associate, who has faithfully served the Boca Grande community for over 28 years. Cherre’s unwavering commitment and exceptional service have made her a beloved figure in the neighborhood […]
Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Community History, Featured News, News.
Restoration plans and estimated costs for the Placida Bunkhouse were released from the consultant at the beginning of this week. Included are drawings of what the restoration will look like as well as general recommendations. “This is a step in the process, not the final deliverables,” wrote Charlotte Deputy County Administrator Emily Lewis in an […]
Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Breaking News, News, Police & Fire.
Labor Day weekend is upon us, and the Boca Grande Fire Department is preparing for any water-related emergencies that may accompany the festivities. Monday, Aug. 26 through Wednesday Aug. 28, members of the fire department used the Boca Bay Beach House pool to practice water rescues in shifts, instructed by the Florida Fish and Wildlife […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Community History, News.
The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board will meet at 10 a.m. on September 11, 2024, to consider four items, including solar panels in the historic district. Cases include SCA2024-00005, a fence at 1771 17th Street East. This would approve an existing black 48” tall chain-link fence on the north and partial west property lines, and […]