Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Obituaries.
We invite you to join us in celebrating the life of Jack Hamilton. Jack lived a remarkable life surrounding himself with family, friends, love for all his standard poodles and so much joy. On September 8, 2024, 2 p.m. at the Woman’s Club Room, Boca Grande Community Center. Email bsasser723@aol.com or 813-601-2759. Warm regards, the […]
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Obituaries.
Lynn R. Kieffer, age 77, of Princeton, WI, passed from our hands to God’s Hands early in the morning of August 28, 2024, at her home after a two and a half year battle fighting an unusual, genetic based form of cancer that started in her lungs. Her husband and daughters were with her during […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Community, Events, News.
BocaGrandeChamber.com, 941.964.0568 Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce upcoming events • Thursday, Sept. 26, 5 to 7 p.m. All American Tri-Chamber Mixer with hot dogs, hamburgers and apple pie. Hosted by Grande Aire Services, 1606 Faust Dr., Englewood. Boca Grande, Englewood and North Port Chambers. • Monday, Oct. 7, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Educate […]
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 […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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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 […]