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So much depends upon our big red wheelbarrow

Written by Garland Pollard on May 2, 2024. Posted in Community, Editorial.

The publisher of this newspaper has an expression that he is fond of repeating. In Boca Grande, every day is different, but every year is the same. This can be seen in our column to the left of this editorial, where events from 10, 20 and 30 years ago seem to echo right forward to […]

Susan Mihm 1936-2024

Written by Boca Beacon on May 2, 2024. Posted in Obituaries.

Susan Stryker Mihm died unexpectedly of natural causes in her home on Thursday, April 18, 2024. Susan, known to all as “Susie”, was adored and adorable. She delighted her children and grandchildren with her inquisitive mind and fun-loving spirit. Susie remained curious and engaged with life until the very end, and had a great fondness […]

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: 24/7 local bait anchored off Three Sisters

Written by Sheila Evans on May 2, 2024. Posted in Featured News, Profiles, Sports & Outdoors.

There is a synergy between what Nelson Smith Groome IV does and what the fisherpeople of Boca Grande do. One would have a hard time surviving without the other. They certainly would not be as successful without one another. Nelson catches and sells bait during tarpon season in the waters around Boca Grande. For most […]

When dogs ‘Take Over’ the situation

Written by Harry Kalajian, MDT on April 26, 2024. Posted in Columns.

Young puppies or adopted dogs of any age have one thing in their mind and that’s “Take Over”. In the beginning when you bring them home they show you a cute happy playful side of themselves. You totally fall in love and cuddle them, take them outside, and enjoy their company. They sleep near your […]

Florida Realtors report higher inventory; local prices show moderation

Written by Staff Report on April 25, 2024. Posted in News.

ORLANDO – Florida’s first quarter of 2024 residential real estate statistics reported more new listings, higher median sales prices and increased inventory compared to a year ago’s first quarter. In March, closed sales of existing single-family homes statewide totaled 23,435, down 10.4 percent year-over-year, while existing condo-townhouse sales totaled 9,332, down 16.6 percent over March […]

A timeline of parking discussions on Gasparilla Island

Written by Garland Pollard on April 25, 2024. Posted in News.

The issue of parking on Gasparilla Island is not a new one. Through the years, the Boca Beacon has covered the issue as locals and county officials have tried to balance competing interests. Below, a few assorted dates from 1982 on. The list below is not comprehensive; many of the recent stories are at bocabeacon.com/parking: […]

Boca Bargains closes April 27 for the season

Written by Staff Report on April 25, 2024. Posted in Entertainment, News.

Bring home your Derby Hat from Boca Bargains! The store will be closing for the season on Saturday, April 27. Almost everything in the store will be half-price, including clothing, shoes, jewelry, home décor, artwork, furniture, housewares, games, toys and bicycles – even Kentucky Derby hats (pictured above). Store hours on Saturday are 9 a.m. […]

FEMA grants flood insurance extension for rate discussion

Written by Staff Report on April 25, 2024. Posted in News.

Lee County announced Friday, April 19 that FEMA has granted a 30-day extension for submitting documents demonstrating compliance with the National Flood Insurance Program after Hurricane Ian. The board has met with FEMA administrators and staff as well as the district administrator who was involved in the original decision to remove the flood insurance discount, […]

Teejay Alderdice, new at Coral Creek Club; former PGA Canada president

Written by Staff Report on April 25, 2024. Posted in Featured News, News.

Teejay Alderdice of Bracebridge, Ontario is the new general manager of Coral Creek Club, and will begin work on May 1. In 2020, Alderdice was named the 48th president of the Professional Golfers Association of Canada. A former skier, he became a Class “A” professional golfer in 2007. He has held positions at Acushnet Holdings […]

Local Alano club begins search for permanent location in Englewood

Written by Anna Ridilla on April 25, 2024. Posted in News.

The non-profit Englewood Alano Club has recently reestablished a Future/Building fund committee to raise money to purchase a building for a permanent location, as it has outgrown its usual leased space. The Alano Club, which is located on South McCall Road, is a “Recovery Oasis,” offering addiction recovery support in an alcohol and drug-free environment. […]