Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Police & Fire.
The Boca Grande Fire Department responded to numerous calls this week, including multiple alarm calls and ambulance calls. The highlights, though, are as follows: On Friday, Dec. 31 the fire department responded to a call of a kayak flipped over with two adults and two children in the water. While they were all wearing life […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Education, News.
Most recent scholarship opportunity has a deadline of February 1 The Boca Grande Woman’s Club members would like to hear about the success of our scholarship recipients after graduation. If you have received scholarship funding and have graduated from college before 2018, please tell us about yourself. Just take a few minutes to fill out […]
Written by Guest Columnist on . Posted in News.
Doug Tallamy must have teenage fans galore. Any kid tasked with mowing the front lawn on a hot, sticky summer day would agree with his proposal, “ . . regenerate biodiversity and ecosystem function by planting native plants and creating new ecological networks.” In other words, ditch the lawn. And while you’re at it, let leaves lay where they may. The retired leaf blower can pal around with the weary lawn mower and the world will become a better place.
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The first youth fishing tournament of the year, sponsored by the Boca Beacon and Lee County Parks & Rec., will be held on Saturday, Jan. 22 at the Boca Grande North Fishing Pier. The tournament is for boys and girls ages 15 and under. Bait will be provided (no lures allowed). All children must be […]
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Obituaries.
Raymond Smedley, 81, of Boca Grade passed into eternal life by the grace of God on December 28, 2021. Ray was a kind-hearted man and philanthropist throughout his life. He gave his time, talents and tithes to the churches he served, to community organizations, to children learning English, through the Stephen Ministry and directly to […]
Written by Marcy Shortuse on . Posted in News.
A piece of island history may soon have an entirely new look, as the owners of the 7th Street boathouse are looking to tear down the old metal building and put up a two-story structure that will include space for not only boats, but for meetings, offices and a caretaker’s residence.
Written by T Michele Walker on . Posted in News.
You never know who you’re going to run into while shopping in Boca Grande. From artists to presidents to television celebrities, the island is a gathering of talent from all walks of life. Imagine checking out at Hudson’s and J.K. Rowling (famed “Harry Potter” author) rings up your groceries. You don’t have to imagine any longer, because Kathy Auman, who works as a cashier at Hudson’s, has just published her first children’s book called “The Secret Bully Patrol.”
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Obituaries.
Charles (Charlie) Eugene Mayes, Sr. M.D. passed away Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021 in Nashville, Tennessee. He was 82 years old. He is survived by his wife of 57 years Carol Stacy Mayes and his three children, Dr. Charles E. Mayes, Jr. (Nina) of Santa Rosa Beach, FL, Catherine Mayes Knowles (Jay) of Nashville, and Taylor […]
Written by Boca Beacon Reader on . Posted in Letters to the Editor.
To the Editor: The Florida Department of Health-Lee (FDOH-Lee) and Lee County Government are collaborating to remind visitors and residents of when it’s most effective to receive COVID-19 testing. Testing is readily available countywide at local pharmacies, private physician offices, laboratories and public testing sites. At-home testing kits are available for purchase online and in […]
Written by Delores Savas on . Posted in Columns.
“We warned that one day you would not be able to control what you have created, and that day is here.” – Chief Arvol Looking Horse, Lakota Native American spiritual leader What is the Web of Life? Many people do not realize that understanding this description of nature is crucial to man’s survival. One of the […]