Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Featured News, News, Police & Fire.
September is the peak of the Atlantic Hurricane season; here are ways to prepare for storms that will not only make homeowners’ lives easier, but also ease the burden for first responders. The first thing is to make sure that all grills, and anything with a propane gas tank is unplugged and secured, said Boca […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Community History, Featured News, News.
There will be a new entrance at the Boca Grande Community Center, after approval by the Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board on Wednesday. Vice Chair Peggy Stanley presided over the meeting, with board members Becky Paterson, Paul Eddy, Jerry Edgerton, Dennis Maloomian, and Barbara Wickwire attending, and Janet Miller and Planner Peter Blackwell of Lee […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Breaking News, News, Sports & Outdoors.
The next phase of beach renourishment at Gasparilla Island State Park, near the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse, is now underway, with sand being moved into place. Barring any unforseen issues or circumstances, this project should be wrapped up by mid-September. Check out the Boca Grande webcam at bocabeacon.com to watch live renourishment progress. […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Breaking News, Community, News, Sports & Outdoors.
Gasparilla Island is in a waiting period as to when new parking regulations will be imposed. Currently, it is the status quo, as beach street parking is still available to all, and there are no time limits in town for visits. “Lee County staff appreciate the questions that residents and business owners are asking,” said […]
Written by VAN HUBBARD on . Posted in Columns, Sports & Outdoors.
Our lives fly by; The impressions we make to young are permanent Today’s times are faster than we can deal with frequently. Take to the outdoors to refresh and recover. Many of us like fishing and boating to get away from the grind. Others maybe a walk in the woods, just get outside. Traffic, congestion, […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Community History.
FIVE YEARS AGO An Iowa man, fishing near the Boca Grande Causeway, was bitten by a blacktip shark as he was releasing it. TEN YEARS AGO The last week of summer camp was wrapping up for Boca Grande kids. Activities included ice skating, roller skating, rock climbing and putt-putt golfing. FIFTEEN YEARS AGO Boca Grande […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Editorial.
Above, a Boca Beacon file photo from Hurricane Charley, 21 years ago. This week, we have a reminder from Chief C.W. Blosser about the hurricane season ahead, encouraging people to plan for what may or may not come. Back in the olden days, you just had to bring your lawn furniture in and get some […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Community, News.
The Lee Board of County Commissioners will meet Tuesday, August 19 at 9:30 a.m. at the Old Lee County Courthouse. As of press time, there are no matters relating to Boca Grande or Gasparilla Island on the agenda, though some are added the night before as last minute commissioner’s items.
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Breaking News, Community, News.
At a joint meeting of Charlotte County’s state delegation, Sen. Ben Albritton, Rep. Danny Nix and Rep. Vanessa Oliver heard from constituents about the budget year ahead, and in a long listening period that followed, took comments on the parking issue in Boca Grande. Senate President Albritton said that he was “just learning about this” […]
Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Education, Profiles.
The art of teaching On Monday The Island School opened its doors for a new school year – and for Valerie Cotton, it marked her first day as the on-island art teacher. After volunteering once a week last year, she’s now back on campus as an employee. “Last year, I was here once a week,” […]