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J Pepper Frazier, an island resident of many years, passed away on March 6, 2019. He was born to George and Marion (“Mimsi”) Frazier on July 5, 1945 in New York City. He was so sick when he was born that he underwent an emergency christening, from which he emerged as “Sean.” His father hated […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN Tom Wilcox has been promoting growth and high performance in nonprofit organizations for 50 years, 42 of them as a CEO. Although he’s still doing some consulting for a few organizations, he spends much of his time sailing, playing tennis at Boca Bay Pass Club and swinging his clubs at Lemon Bay […]
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To the Editor: I believe the Charlotte County end of the bike path has been give very unequal treatment. The landscaping in Lee County is far more lush and attractive than it is in Charlotte County. I believe the residents in Charlotte County are a substantial source of income to GICIA, and its area should […]
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■ BY MARGUERITE TREMELIN The Boca Grande Child Care Center opened a new chapter in its three-decade history Monday when it announced a new name and a new chapter in early education for island kids. With an energetic logo featuring tropical colors and lively fish, The Boca Grande Preschool wants everyone to know it is […]
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■ BY MARCY SHORTUSE While we have been dealing with an iguana eradication program for many, many years, at Tuesday’s meeting it became apparent that either people haven’t been reading about the situation or just recently moved here. Because of this, and at the iguana panel’s request, we will attempt to break the pertinent information […]
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■ STAFF REPORT The Johann Fust Library Foundation will be holding their Spring Book Sale on March 11, 12 and 13. This used book sale is one of the most popular events on Boca Grande. Hundreds of books will be offered for sale, including cookbooks, fiction, nonfiction, coffee table books and children’s books. DVDs, CDs […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN Children living in a small community in south Alachua County had only a balance beam and monkey bars at the their local park for years before something remarkable transpired, and Boca Beacon Publisher Dusty Hopkins helped make it happen. He donated a vacant lot to Alachua County, and thanks to funding […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN It’s that time of year again to enjoy fluffy pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausages, grits and fellowship at the Boca Grande Lighthouse United Methodist Church. The laborious efforts to create those delectable breakfasts begin the night before with several volunteers. Chef and greeter Dan O’Connell goes to the church on Wednesday evenings […]
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■ STAFF REPORT This puppy, “Black Jack,” was born February 10 to the Hoeft family on their grandson Alexander’s 10th birthday, a doubly special day. Black Jack’s parents are veteran Dog Show celebrities “Lizzie,” a purebred ruby-colored Cavalier King Charles spaniel, and “Louie,” a chocolate French poodle from Montreal. This makes Black Jack a Cavapoo! […]
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■ STAFF REPORT The Barrier Island Parks Society invites you to join them in a feast for all senses. Exciting auction items, a savory tropical buffet, music and dancing will be featured at the 23rd annual Green Gala on Monday, March 25. Come feel the “Call of The Islands” Polynesian style under the tent at […]