Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Breaking News, News, Sports & Outdoors.
As summer gets underway in Boca Grande, iguanas have become more of a problem for some. A reminder that Lee County residents can call (855) 525-5656 to request a removal, during which they will also have to give Brian Ambrose of Blue Iguana Pest Control Inc. permission to go on their property. The company starts […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Community, Editorial.
When people get worked up and annoyed about the issues of parking in Boca Grande, one concept that comes up, over and over again, is consistency in application. Fairness. The emblem of this issue is the peculiar Boca Grande iteration, the curb lawn. The “curb lawn” is a fancy way of putting things in the […]
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Obituaries.
Harold Russell passed away on June 13, 2024, surrounded by family members. Harold grew up in Chicago, graduating from Yale University with a BA in history in 1957. After serving in the US Navy for two years, Harold got his law degree at the University of Chicago in 1962 and embarked on a career in […]
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Obituaries.
Sandra “Sandy” Kinder Bertsch, 82, passed away on May 31, 2024, after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Born on November 15, 1941, in Harrisburg, PA to Harold and Charlotte (Halcro) Kinder, she was a resident of Boca Grande, Florida. Sandy attended Brown University and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in fine arts from […]
Written by Sheila Evans on . Posted in Featured News, Police & Fire, Profiles.
Sarah Cislo grew up with sisters, but she seems to have a good handle on working in what is usually a “man’s world.” Sarah is one of two new firefighters at the Boca Grande Fire Department. She is the first woman to work as a regular member of the firefighter/EMT crew … and she’s loving […]
Written by Guest Columnist on . Posted in Columns, Sports & Outdoors.
BY CAPT. SANDY MELVIN A tropical low weather system moved over us this week bringing some much needed rain in abundance, but it has also put a damper on our tarpon fishing for a few days. When we get these low pressure systems of cloudy days along with heavy thunderstorms and lightning, tarpon take flight […]
Written by Delores Savas on . Posted in Columns, Sports & Outdoors.
“The quality of a fathercan be seen in the goals, dreams, and aspirations he sets not only for himselfbut for his family.” Reed Markham, professor, and author of Communication at Dayton State College As Father’s Day nears, many children will attempt to make it a perfect day for their dad. Memories will be made of […]
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BY ARLENE HALLBGSTA SECRETARY A stroll down the beaches from around 19th Street south to the parking lot by the state park will reveal some brightly colored stakes being used to protect incubating sea turtle nests. They range from multicolored polka dots, stripes, and flower designs to royal blue and white stakes with turtle plaques […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in News.
Calls and notifications to Lee County Code Enforcement from the last month were dominated by unpermitted beach stairs and sea turtle lighting violations. From May 14 to June 13, there were 21 “dune walkover” certified notices sent about new stairs without a permit. There were a total of 47 issues related to turtle lighting violations, […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Community, Featured News, News.
On Tuesday June 18, the Lee Board of County Commissioners will review the overall development agreement between the county and the Friends of the Boca Grande Community Center, regarding improvements and renovations. That proposed agreement, which includes a requirement for finished plans and proof of pledges for the project, describes Friends’ relationship with the county […]