Written by Staff Report on . Posted in News, Police & Fire.
The Boca Grande Disaster Fund is announcing the fundraising for a new home to be built for deputies working in Boca Grande. After Hurricane Milton, the existing 1920s Florida Cracker home located at 305 Wheeler Road was completely destroyed and condemned. The critical need is to have Lee County deputies living on the island as […]
Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Breaking News, Community, News.
A number of Charlotte and Lee citizens and businesses came out to the joint meeting of the Charlotte and Lee County Commissioners in Punta Gorda to talk about the issue of Boca Grande and access to its beaches. Nine of 10 commissioners from both counties were at the meeting, where numerous interlocal agreements were discussed […]
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Obituaries.
Joseph (Joe) Swan Junkin, died peacefully from pulmonary fibrosis on March 29, 2025, with his loving family by his side. Born on June 17, 1939, Joe lived a rich and fulfilling life that touched many around him. He was a devoted family man, accomplished executive and passionate adventurer. Joe grew up in New York and […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Profiles.
Boca Grande residents and officials came out to attend and speak at a joint meeting of Charlotte and Lee counties held in Punta Gorda. “I think this is something we need to do more often,” said Charlotte Commissioner Chris Constance. The Tuesday meeting was the first in over five years; the last was in Lee […]
Written by VAN HUBBARD on . Posted in Columns, Opinion, Sports & Outdoors.
Easter. Plus, we do not have a rewind if you want that photo Easter is our most significant religious holiday. It’s also a time many of our winter visitors head home. Spring’s fishing blossoms with flowers, and hungry fish and less people. We are thankful for Jesus’ sacrifice and blessed to enjoy our special piece […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Editorial.
On a beautiful Easter weekend, there are family visits, decisions about seating and the ultimate choice, ham or lamb? To be honest, this editor is in both camps on that one. The key is to ensure that if there is ham, there must be cheese covered scalloped potatoes. The weather this week has been perfect. […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in News, Uncategorized.
Today’s joint meeting of Charlotte County and Lee County will be at 2 p.m. at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center. One item concerns coordination efforts in Boca Grande, with Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority, the Boca Grande Municipal Services Unit. The agenda is HERE. Issues and agreements to be discussed include water quality, Vincent […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Events.
Spring fun is washing ashore at Gasparilla Island! Join the Barrier Island Parks Society for its beloved annual tradition — the Great Seashell Hunt — on Wednesday, April 16, at 11 a.m. at the Gasparilla Island Lighthouse. Inspired by the resourcefulness of the lighthouse keepers who once called the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse home, this […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Community History.
FIVE YEARS AGO Mercabo Cove was moving along with the concrete reef balls which were being delivered and ready for installation. TEN YEARS AGO Island resident Daly Walker and a few of his close friends took the “big” trip to Texas. Walker outbid all competitors at the Hank Wright Live and Silent Auction. FIFTEEN YEARS […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in News, Real Estate.
GIWA rate change At their April 1, 2025, meeting, the Lee County Board of County Commissioners adopted a resolution to approve Gasparilla Island Water Association’s new rate structure. On January 21, 2025, GIWA’s membership voted to implement a new rate structure with a 3.5 percent increase on April 1, 2025, followed by 7 percent on […]