Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Community, Editorial.
Over 30 Boca Grande representatives, on both sides of the issue of a possible new parking ordinance, traveled to Fort Myers to the Lee County Old Courthouse Tuesday. There is a historical irony of going up to address the commissioners there. It was designed by the same English-born architect who designed The Gasparilla Inn. It […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Entertainment, Events, News.
Historian’s newest book details the rescue of Egypt’s temples Prepare to be captivated by the remarkable story of an unsung heroine. Boca Grande favorite, Lynne Olson, returns on Wednesday, April 9th, to discuss her new book, “Empress of the Nile: The Archaeologist Who Saved Egypt’s Ancient Temples from Destruction.” The lecture will take place at […]
Written by VAN HUBBARD on . Posted in News, Sports & Outdoors.
March was windy, as we expected. Will it calm down for April as advertised? God only knows. Whatever the wind is doing, spring fishing is fantastic. Local waters are currently clear of red tide. Our water will clear up if winds back down and sand settles out of suspension. They are dredging Stump Pass now, […]
Written by Boca Grande Health Clinic on . Posted in Health & Wellness, News.
Donating blood saves lives. We all intrinsically know this. However, according to the American Red Cross, less than three percent of age-eligible individuals donate blood each year. The Boca Grande Health Clinic is sponsoring a blood donation event on April 24, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Big Red Bus will be parked on […]
Written by Sheila Evans on . Posted in Profiles, Sports & Outdoors.
Hank Irvine There’s tennis royalty living just off the Gasparilla Causeway in Cape Haze. He would laugh at that description of himself, but then he laughs easily. Hank Irvine has been playing tennis his whole life and has qualified for Wimbledon three times, once getting to the semifinals in mixed doubles play, earning him a […]
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Obituaries.
With grace, wisdom, and an unshakable spirit, Deborah “Deb” Hazzard Nash, age 91, died peacefully on March 17, 2025. Deb was the beloved daughter of Vance Alexander Hazzard and Louise Seidel Hazzard. She grew up in the suburbs of Philadelphia and attended Friends Central School before heading to Mount Holyoke College. It was there that […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Columns, Opinion, Sports & Outdoors.
Above, Ocala Stud, in a photo by Louise Rienagel BY DAVID O’FARRELL Through nearly 70 years and three generations, my family’s Ocala Stud Farm has poured heart, soul and heavy reinvestment into Florida’s racing industry. My grandfather put Florida-bred horses on the national stage and proved you could raise Derby winners and champions outside Kentucky. […]
Written by Delores Savas on . Posted in Columns, Sports & Outdoors.
“The wildlife habitat cannot speak so we must and we will.” Theodore Roosevelt, 26th President of the United States. Conserved natural resources and extended federal protection to land and water. Many Florida animals are beginning to welcome the warmer weather. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) has issued a report in preparation for increased […]
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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission reminds boaters to go slow and keep an eye out for manatees as the slow-moving mammals naturally disperse from their winter refuges. Manatees overwinter in Florida springs, power plant discharges and other warm-water sites, relying on water that is warmer than 68 degrees Fahrenheit. As temperatures rise in […]
Written by Boca Grande Health Clinic on . Posted in Health & Wellness, News.
Most prescriptions are designed to address specific issues – a fever, a sore knee, high blood pressure – you get the idea. But not everything worth prescribing comes in pill form. To celebrate Doctors’ Day on March 30, we invited our doctors to share their best prescriptions for a good life – no pharmacy required. […]