Tag: Boca Grande

Obituary: Charles C. Whitaker II

October 19, 2018
Marcy Shortuse
News, Obituaries

Charles C. Whitaker II, best known as Sonny, passed away on October 10, 2018 in Tampa, Florida. Sonny was born in Tampa on June 12, 1920 to parents Karl E and Olivia Moody Whitaker. He attended...

Great memories of a unique man

To the Editor: Hello, I am Chris Grilo, U.S. Army. I am serving in Kabul, Afghanistan right now. I live and have family in Port Charlotte (Murdock area). I moved from Hicksville, New York (Long...

Many thanks from a grateful family to a grieving community

To the Editor, Dear Friends and Relatives, Words cannot convey my gratitude to those who took part in the beautiful expression of honor displayed in tribute to the life of my husband, Mark...

Chamber mixer to feature Mota’s Munchies October 18

October 12, 2018
Marcy Shortuse
News

Don’t miss the first Chamber mixer of the season, co-hosted by newest Chamber member Mota’s Munchies Fresh Mexican Cuisine and the Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, Oct. 18 in...

Hurricane Michael missed the island, but we still felt effects

October 12, 2018
Marcy Shortuse
News

The Coast Guard had to take two men off this sailboat on the evening of Tuesday, Oct. 9 near Gasparilla Island, as eight-foot swells had the 50-foot sailboat in jeopardy. The unmanned vessel named...

Beacon looking for veteran stories

October 12, 2018
Marcy Shortuse
News

If you have someone special to you who has served in the U.S. military and you would like to recognize him or her, please contact us at the Boca Beacon. Our November 2 and 9 issues will contain the...

Halloween Carnival just around the corner

October 12, 2018
Marcy Shortuse
News

Kids, start thinking about your costume and decide if you are going to be scary, funny, cute or adorable for the annual Boca Grande Community Center Halloween Carnival. The carnival will be held on...

Historic Preservation Board approves motion to continue on Banyan Street property

October 12, 2018
Marcy Shortuse
News

■ BY SUE ERWIN – The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board held its monthly meeting on Wednesday, October 10, and a debate continued about a proposal regarding a property on Banyan...

Island LEO beat: Carmine Marceno appointed Lee County Sheriff

October 12, 2018
Marcy Shortuse
News

On Friday, Sept. 21 Governor Rick Scott announced the appointment of Undersheriff Carmine Marceno as Sheriff of Lee County following the retirement of Sheriff Mike Scott. Carmine Marceno has been...

Farmer’s Market opening date announced

October 12, 2018
Marcy Shortuse
News

The weekly Farmers Market at Wheeler Road ballfield is set to open for season on Friday, Dec. 23 running 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday. starting Oct. 3 and continuing through April, 2019. Local...