Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Breaking News, News.
On the agenda for the Tuesday, Sept. 16 Lee Board of County Commissioners meeting is a resolution to establish the Boca Grande Parking Committee with corresponding rules of procedure. “The Resolution will create the Boca Grande Parking Committee under Administrative Code AC-2-27,” according to the item summary. “The Parking Committee will evaluate parking conditions on […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Entertainment, Events, News.
The Boca Grande Camera Club has been very busy planning a fascinating season for 2025-26. The new season kicks off on Nov. 18 with “What We Did Last Summer,” where members submit photos for all to enjoy. After that, there will be a series of guest lectures given by noted professional photographers and instructors on […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Obituaries.
Brian Campbell was born in Berwyn, Illinois in 1940, the grandson and son of men who embodied grit and gumption. Though his high school mischief once held him back, his sharp mind and lifelong curiosity – sparked by a junior high subscription to The Wall Street Journal – set him on a path of remarkable […]
Written by Angela McPhillips on . Posted in Profiles.
Authors and illustrators Jack and Gabby Gibbons moved to Rotonda West about two and a half years ago after nearly two decades in Colorado. The couple, who spent much of their careers in construction and real estate, have since turned their attention to a more creative pursuit: writing and illustrating children’s books inspired by their […]
Written by Boca Beacon Reader on . Posted in Letters to the Editor.
To the Editor: It’s time for a reality check. The much maligned, recently passed Boca Grande Parking ordinance does two things. First, it limits parking in residential neighborhoods between 1st and 19th streets. Secondly, it limits parking in the business district to three hours during the day so beach goers don’t inadvertently restrict access to […]
Written by Boca Beacon Reader on . Posted in Letters to the Editor.
To the Editor: Great journalism and transparency from both the Boca Beacon and the Lighthouse Methodist Church. The Church Parking Newsletter (August 29 Boca Beacon) makes reference to both the confusion, frustration and anger on social media right now as well as the Reverend not having a full understanding of the complete parking restrictions. During […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Community History.
FIVE YEARS AGO Spark TV premiered Boca Boys on YouTube and Spark Boca Grande TV. The pandemic sit-com ran for 10 weeks and featured Roger Lewis, James Martin, Dan Headington and Jerry Edgerton. TEN YEARS AGO Cayo Costa announced a family friendly kiosk next to the main beach access. The kiosk offered free children’s life […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Editorial.
The public assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk is a reminder of the fragility of free speech in America. Kirk dealt with hard questions and tried to bring those with different opinions around. Opposing views always came to the front of his question lines, and his thousands of interactions with students at his […]
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Last week, the Beacon published information from a Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office report of a possible jewelry theft from the Boca Grande Resort on Aug. 24. Shortly after the items were reported missing, the owner found the jewelry in a suitcase, according to management at the resort.
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in News, Police & Fire.
Above, the first flare found on the beach in July. On Saturday morning Aug. 30, while on marked patrol in Boca Grande, Deputy Angelo Lanni was conducting an area check of the beach access at 4th Street when he found what appeared to be an unspent military marker flare laying in the sand. The marker […]