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BY EVAN DUNBAR,GARLAND POLLARD The Gasparilla Inn expects to soon reopen their bakery at a temporary location, at the rear of 411 Park Ave. “That bakery will be very much along the lines of what we served at the Picnic Basket,” said Brent Cross, The Gasparilla Inn president and general manager. Currently the corner of […]
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Fans support new shrimp boat; old C.J. served until 2022 After nearly two years, Capt. Mike Bigler has purchased a new shrimping boat with a slight rebrand from the original Capt. C.J. “The new name will be Courtney Jean,” wrote Courtney Bigler, Capt. Mike’s daughter, in an email to the Beacon. “It does need some […]
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Among the competitors at the equestrian grounds in Versailles, France for the jumping competition for the Paris Olympics is Baloutinue, a 14-year-old Hanoverian gelding. Baloutinue, with rider Laura Kraut, 58, of Wellington, Fla., is part of St. Bride’s Farm of Upperville, Va. The farm is owned by Barbara and David Roux, residents of Boca Grande. […]
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Lee County Parks & Recreation has developed concept plans for changes and additions to Wheeler Road Community Park, including pickleball courts, and is asking for public comment. Mack A. Young, the director of Lee County Parks and Recreation, sent the the initial plans to various community leaders who had expressed an interest in the issue. […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Community, Featured News, News.
Two items on the Lee County Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024 would allow The Gasparilla Inn and properties to be found a “public and community benefit” to presumptively be able to rebuild after a storm. Gasparilla Inn President and General Manager Brent Cross said that the Inn has been trying to […]
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Though it’s only just the beginning of August, here at the Beacon office we are looking toward our November/December edition of the Gasparilla Magazine. Do you have any special memories of Christmas celebrations on Gasparilla Island? We want to hear from you about all your traditions and stories that have made Christmas in Boca Grande […]
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The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board will meet at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 14. to discuss plans for what would be the 3rd Street Bistro, the former Mimi’s. Mimi’s 3rd Street Grille moved out of the location, 310 East Railroad Ave., the weekend of July 27th. The agenda item is SCA2024-00010. The only other […]
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Friends and family invite you to join 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. His legacy will continue to inspire. On September 8, 2024, at 2 p.m. in the Woman’s Club Room, Boca Grande Community […]
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Robert F. “Bob” Edic, born on June 22, 1945, passed away on July 21, 2024, at his home in Gulf Cove, FL. He was surrounded by his loving family, with his final days filled with love and cherished memories. In Bob’s words, he sincerely appreciated all the kindness and memories shared, hearing the eulogy while […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Community, Editorial.
In 1612, the English writer Henry Peacham wrote about the dolphin in the book “Minerva Britanna.” The book, quite forgotten, is filled with anagrams and codes, all set in an environment of Elizabethan mysteries and fairy magic. Think airport soduku book of the Shakespeare era, with illustrations and poetry. One poem is about the friendly […]