Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Community, Featured News, News.
About four years ago, David Merced, son-in-law of Boca Grande homeowner Marilyn Witt, was driving his family from Chicago down to the island for Christmas break when he noticed a spot in his four-year-old son Harrison’s eye. “The doctor was so surprised we had spotted it so early,” Witt said. “Most parents don’t see it […]
Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Featured News, News, Sports & Outdoors.
Charlotte County Parks and Natural Resources is continuing to monitor the seabird nesting colony in front of SeaWatch, off Gulf Shores Drive. Last week, they expanded the fenced-off area to create even more of a buffer between nesting birds and beachgoers. A colony of least terns have nested with eggs, and some have even been […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Breaking News, News.
Italiano Insurance Services, Inc. has a new owner, Assured Partners. “They buy good agencies, and keep them intact,” said Nat Italiano, who with his brother Jeff, owns the firm that his father Nelson A. Italiano founded in 1960. He said that his directions from the new owners were to “treat it like you still own […]
Written by Guest Columnist on . Posted in Community, Letters to the Editor, News.
BY FRIENDS OF BOCA GRANDE The Master plan to transform the Boca Grande Community Center Campus is being designed to benefit the entire community, offering state-of-the-art facilities, and versatile spaces for various activities. Yet, it is more than just physical improvements to the campus. It is a pledge to the continued enrichment and honored traditions […]
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Letters to the Editor.
To the Editor: Englewood Alano Club says thank you, Boca Beacon, for helping us with our ultimate goal of pursuing and securing our own permanent home with your fabulous write up. That work brings so much awareness and helps tremendously with our mission of helping others in our recovery community. By working together, our fundraising […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Community, Community History, Editorial.
A thank you to Capt. Jim Hoyt for organizing the welcome to the yacht Hilarium last Thursday, bringing her back to Boca Grande Marina. As a publication, we appreciate those last minute calls. And add to it the revival of any old tradition of welcome parties, including by train and sea. The brief clip of […]
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Obituaries.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Knapp, 78, born in 1946. He died peacefully on Saturday, April 27, 2024, with his wife, Marcia, by his side in Nashville, Tennessee. Rob was the President and founder of Supernova Consulting LLC., President of the Knapp Family Foundation, and Chairman of the […]
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A draft code change from Lee County, circulated on Monday, May 6, 2024, that would update the Gasparilla Island Parking Ordinances with references to downtown parking. The draft ordinance, not presented to the board, was revealed in a Public Records Law document request from Lee County, which the Boca Beacon received in July 2024.
Written by Guest Columnist on . Posted in Columns, Sports & Outdoors.
BY CAPT. SANDY MELVIN Tarpon season is now in full swing – with lots of fish throughout the area. Late afternoon and early evening Pass trips have been most productive. Despite some continued heavy winds last week, fishing has overall been very good, but challenging with the rough conditions. We look for more stable weather […]
Written by Boca Grande Health Clinic on . Posted in Columns, Health & Wellness.
Editor’s Note: Earlier this season, the Boca Grande Health Clinic and Foundation hosted a Grande Rounds lecture on resiliency, featuring Yale-trained and board-certified psychiatry specialist Alexander P. Miano, M.D. at The Gasparilla Inn Beach Club. In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re pleased to offer a recap of Dr. Miano’s insightful discussion for those […]