Tag: Gasparilla Island

No nose swabs here … OneBlood tests for COVID antibodies through blood donation

BY OLIVIA CAMERON- The next time you see a Big Red Bus around, you may want to set an appointment and take a seat. OneBlood is currently testing all blood donations for COVID-19. Those who donate...

It’s hurricane season: Get ready now!

BY OLIVIA CAMERON- It’s that time of year again, when local residents cross their fingers and toes in hopes that tropical winds don’t break the pool screen or knock down the palm trees – or...

If you’re cleaning out that pantry, here’s where to donate

STAFF REPORT- Islanders are beginning to head north and are asking about where to leave non-perishable food. Questions may be directed to Jane Caple at (941) 223-2367, Jim Cochrun at (239) 682-0091...

Are you missing packages or mail?

STAFF REPORT- If you are a post office box holder on the island or a guest who is expecting mail, and you have not received it, contact us at the Boca Beacon, mshortuse@bocabeacon.com. Several...

Come out and cheer for Island School graduates!

May 29, 2020
Marcy Shortuse
News

STAFF REPORT- This Wednesday, June 3 at approximately 10:30 a.m. you will get a chance to let our Island School fifth grade graduates how proud of them you are, as a community. Because the...

BGFGA announces Jay Joiner buckle winner to be announced after Quarantine Classic on June 5

May 29, 2020
Marcy Shortuse
News

The Boca Grande Fishing Guides Association has announced that the winner of the Jay Joiner Memorial Belt Buckle will be awarded this year to the winner with the most releases in El Torneo Mas Rico...

Tag: Gasparilla Island

No nose swabs here … OneBlood tests for COVID antibodies through blood donation

It’s hurricane season: Get ready now!

If you’re cleaning out that pantry, here’s where to donate

Are you missing packages or mail?

Come out and cheer for Island School graduates!

BGFGA announces Jay Joiner buckle winner to be announced after Quarantine Classic on June 5

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: There is a full moon out this year

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: This isn’t the Boca Grande many know and love

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: One omission in ‘COVID diary’ story

A message from the Clinic: A history of masks throughout the ages