Written by Sheila Evans on . Posted in News, Profiles.
Elaine Williams probably woke up around 1:30 a.m. this morning, but, unlike a week or so ago, today she could roll over and go back to sleep. Elaine is now retired. Her role as the iconic newspaper carrier serving Boca Grande for the last 26 years has ended, and her early-morning habit of making sure her customers get their daily newspapers – dry and on time – is someone else’s task.
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Obituaries.
William A. “Andy” Nagle passed away June 7, 2022 at the age of 60, surrounded by his family on June 7, 2022 in Huntington Beach, California. He was born on August 6, 1961. Andy was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Louise Nagle. He leaves behind his beloved children, Jake and Jordan Nagle; […]
Written by Boca Beacon Reader on . Posted in Letters to the Editor.
The recreational red snapper season will start June 17 in Gulf state and federal waters off Florida and remain open through July 31 with 12 days in the fall.
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After sailing through several items of business, the sticking point came when the Mazza residence project, 235 Whiskey Row, was broached. The Mazza family wishes to complete installation of rooftop solar panels and indoor battery backups on their residence, which will include panels on the south and east-facing portions of the roof – two on the east side, one with 14 panels and one with four panels – and 22 panels arranged in rows on another part of the roof. Once installed the panels will be raised eight inches off the roofline, and according to the Mazza’s representative, would not be visible from the beach side of the home.
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The House of Representatives and Senate introduced identical proposals, which included items related to reinsurance, roof solicitation, roof underwriting, bad faith, attorneys’ fees, insurer regulation and transparency, and building codes. The bills passed both houses. The Governor signed them into law on May 25. Some provisions will take effect immediately, others have effective dates included in the law’s language.
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One of the island’s leading ladies has left us Evelyn Wilbur Darna, a well-loved member of the Boca Grande community, died surrounded by family in Englewood on June 6, 2022. She was 82. You could pick Evelyn out of a crowd the minute she laughed … and she laughed often. Her sense of humor and […]
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Our kids who have attended The Island School also have to contemplate going from a small group of 60 peers to a vast number of schoolmates that can reach almost 1,000. This year’s group of fifth grade graduates – numbering eight in all – will be following several different paths in the future, but one thing will always remain the same … they will be Island School alumni at heart.
Written by Boca Beacon Reader on . Posted in Letters to the Editor.
The staff of the Boca Grande Health Clinic graciously thanks all members for the generous donation.This already has been enormously put to good use by our patients who are coming and going from the clinic. Thank you so very much!
Written by Boca Beacon Reader on . Posted in Letters to the Editor.
Charlotte County Water Quality Manager Brandon Moody said in an interview with WGCU radio that the algal growth enabled by excessive nutrients “can cause a reduction in oxygen in the water that can make it difficult for fish and other organisms that need oxygen to survive. It can block out sunlight, which seagrass needs to be able to grow and thrive. So, it’s important for us to do our part to maintain the balance, which is really what it’s all about in ecosystems like Charlotte Harbor. It’s about balance.”
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Monday was our last day at 333 Park Avenue. We’ve still not found a suitable spot for the gallery, so, we have decided to organize a “Mobile Gallery,” which will continue to bring beautiful art to your Boca Grande or surrounding homes, and which will allow us to take our wonderful artists works to other destinations, hopefully with your help!