Written by Sheila Evans on . Posted in Featured News, News.
Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church is making progress in restoring their chapel following the hurricanes that devastated Boca Grande last fall. Fr. Anthony Hewitt, Pastor of Our Lady of Mercy, is pleased with the progress they have made, given the large amount of damage that was sustained by the church. “We had five feet […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Breaking News, Community History, News.
During the 2024 fall hurricanes, the island’s historic Amory Memorial Chapel was severely damaged. Repairs have not started, though the building was remediated by the state. At the March Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board Meeting, the Beacon asked after the status of the chapel. While it is not in the Boca Grande Historic District, and […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Letters to the Editor.
To the Editor: The Boca Grande Art Center family is overjoyed to once again celebrate the impact we have on our community. This year’s Spring Show was especially meaningful, as it allowed us to come together despite the challenges posed by the state of our beloved Art Center building. We owe a debt of gratitude […]
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Obituaries.
Richard Warner Carlson died at 84 on March 24, 2025 at home in Boca Grande, Florida after six weeks of illness. He refused all painkillers to the end and left this world with dignity and clarity, holding the hands of his children with his dogs at his feet. He was born February 10, 1941 at […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Community History.
FIVE YEARS AGO Boca Grande Glee Club, yoga classes and chorus rehearsals along with Sunday services were all taking place virtually due to the pandemic. TEN YEARS AGO The Spring Fair was held with the dunk tank being a highlight. The carnival featured games of strength, food, pony rides and face painting. FIFTEEN YEARS AGO […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Editorial.
We can be sure that you, our dear reader, are tired of hearing about parking. What is exasperating about the situation is that Lee County could have had a public meeting with the island, explained the plan, had residents speak to it and then voted on it. And we could have written about it for […]
Written by Scott Cotherman on . Posted in Columns, Sports & Outdoors.
There’s something remarkable happening on the golf course that has never occurred before. The face of the game has changed more in the past five years than the previous 50, driven by unprecedented diversity. Across the country, ladies golf is booming, which has driven new offerings at area clubs, Coral Creek and Lemon Bay. According to […]
Written by Delores Savas on . Posted in Columns, Sports & Outdoors.
“Without sharks, you take away the apex predator of the ocean, and you destroy the entire food chain.” Peter Benchley, American author and co-author of the movie adaptation of Jaws. Peter Benchley, author of his first novel “Jaws” in 1974, sold 20 million copies of his novel. It tells the story of a large great […]
Written by Delores Savas on . Posted in Columns, Sports & Outdoors.
“If you smile when you see a Butterfly, you have happiness in your soul.” Diana Cooper, poet and author The beautiful Monarch butterfly has been in the news recently, not because of its beauty it provides to our gardens and to our lives, but to report the sad news that the iconic Monarch butterfly is […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Community History.
FIVE YEARS AGO Lee County and Gasparilla Island beaches were closed due to concerns over COVID-19. Boca Grande Fire Department launched their new app. TEN YEARS AGO A record number of manatees were recorded in the Florida state-wide count. FIFTEEN YEARS AGO Scott Harrington was the winner and defender of the Professional Tennis Exhibition Series […]