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Service returning to Boca Grande Post Office this weekend

According to a sign posted outside of the Placida Post Office on Friday morning, Aug, 29, the Postal Service will be resuming operations at the Boca Grande Post Office Saturday, Aug. 30 for mail...

Reporting of curb lawns after parking rules

After an August 5 ordinance that will change parking rules on Gasparilla Island, the Beacon continues to get complaints that there are at least three new, unpermitted ‘curb lawns’ in Boca...

Small merchants. Who is it that Just Feels Right?

A kind and anonymous X.com user reached out to the Boca Beacon Twitter feed this week, suggesting a PGA-like shuttle for Boca Grande to help preserve the independent merchants on the island after...

Turtle patrollers find surprises in nests during inventories

BY ARLENE HALL, BGSTA SECRETARY In last week’s article, we reviewed some of the data BGSTA turtle patrollers collect for FWC regarding nest inventory as well as some challenges we face while...

San Carlos and the ‘Commissioner item’

August 22, 2025
Garland Pollard
Editorial, Opinion

Last week, there were no actual items relating to Boca Grande on the agenda of the Lee County Commission. But there was one item that was indirectly related, by inference and omission....

Chicago and nursing career: Spotlight on Angela McPhillips

Readers of the Beacon might have noticed a new byline in last week’s paper; Angela McPhillips is the newest edition to the Boca Beacon and Gasparilla Magazine team, bringing with her a fresh...

Beyond the Hype: What’s really in your electrolyte drink

BY THE BOCA GRANDE HEALTH CLINIC Electrolyte drinks have become a popular choice for staying hydrated, not only after workouts but also during long days in the Florida sun. Whether you’re...

New Michael Saunders offices in Englewood; Chamber Meeting

The Englewood Area Chamber of Commerce August Fun After Five was held at Michael Saunders new offices at 684 S. Indiana Avenue in Englewood. The August 13 event was a combined...

Parking steps outlined by Lee County admin

Lee County administration is working on the details of a new parking ordinance for Boca Grande. Currently, the ordinance is not yet enforceable. It reads, “Nothing herein precludes Lee...

Master schedules set for 2026 tarpon tournament season

The schedule has been set for the 2026 Boca Grande tarpon tournaments, one of the island’s most cherished community traditions. The season is organized collectively by the Boca Grande Area Chamber...