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One of the highlights of the most recent Lee County Commissioners’ meeting was the approval of numerous county beach projects, including construction of a sunshade at the beach by the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse. This agreement was made with the Barrier Island Parks Society. It is still unknown as to when construction of the sunshade […]
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and we’re not talking about the holidays or even the start of the new season. Croquet season has officially begun. After a steady year of growth, the 2021-2022 croquet season is off to a strong start with exciting play in store. “I’m looking forward to the new […]
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New board member Peggy Stanley introduced The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board closed out the 2021 season with more questions than answers. Earl Hahn, principal zoning planner for Lee County made an announcement to start off the meeting. “The lease agreements between the county and the Boca Grande Historical Society, Boca Grande Woman’s Club and […]
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By Caroline Clabaugh It is that time of the year when the constant tinkling of a little bell outside of certain stores reminds us of the Red Kettles of the Salvation Army and the smell of fresh cut Christmas trees. Somehow the kettles are always located right by the trees. It is a season of […]
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It’s difficult to put a pin in Tim Fetzer’s accent. Born and raised in Germany, Tim has a clear German accent, but his father is from Chicago which is evident when Tim says words like, “Chicago” voicing the characteristic mid-western vowel spread. None of this will matter one iota when Tim, now 18 years old, […]
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If you like the lights, if you like the Grinch and you like a drive-in theater, there are two holiday events will take place on the island this weekend – one on Friday and one on Saturday – that are just for you. The second annual Holiday Hoopla, sponsored by Lee County Parks & Recreation, […]
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In the mood for a frolicking good mystery? Join Karen Zarse and the Sleuths at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 14 for “The Twelve Clues of Christmas” by Rhys Bowen. The discussion group will meet in the Houghton Room at the Boca Grande Community Center. It’s not necessary to have read the book to attend. […]
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Boca Bargains opened for the season on December 1 and will be open every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday (except Christmas Day and New Year’s Day) from 9 a.m. until noon. Merchandise for sale includes men’s and women’s clothing, shoes, jewelry, original artwork, housewares, furniture, toys, games, and bicycles. Holiday shoppers won’t want to miss the […]
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To the Editor: Kudos to The Beacon for its coverage of Joe Weir’s departure from The Boca Grande Community Center. Joe was a well-known and highly respected figure in the Boca Grande Community. It is certainly appropriate for the Beacon and others to wonder why he is no longer working here. We also returned this […]
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Elaine Skypala has come prepared for our meeting with an outline in hand. “It’s funny because as I told my friends I was doing this interview, everybody said, ‘You have to tell that story or that story!’ When I think about it, it makes me feel good about the things that I’ve done.” Elaine is […]