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Whiddens Centennial, 1926-2026

The Boca Beacon is celebrating the centennial of Whidden’s in a special edition August 28. The edition will include a history of the marina, as well as recollections. We are asking...

Waterside dump project site at Charlotte Commission on July 28

The approval for a site restoration plan for a 300-acre former orange grove in the eastern part of Charlotte County on Bermont Road will have a public hearing at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 28 at the...

John Larsen 1939-2026

July 23, 2026
Staff Report
Obituaries

John Allen Larsen was born on August 10, 1939, and died at home surrounded by family and friends in St. Paul, Minnesota on July 16, 2026. Born in Vermont, he was adopted by John and Lillian Larsen...

Third generation at Quality TV

July 16, 2026
Staff Report
Community, News

The North Port Chamber had a leadership tour of local media last Friday. Pictured here a visit to Quality TV, the North Port dealer for television, internet and satellites such as Dish. From left...

The Flock technology isn’t the problem. It is how it is used.

BY BRENT MCCONNELL As part of my professional life, I’ve spent much time in places where personal privacy was rare. In a Beijing hotel room I woke to find a Chinese man standing at the...

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Kerri Black, WENG-AM

July 16, 2026
Garland Pollard
Profiles

Our local community radio station Above, Kerri Black gives a tour of the station to local chamber guests. In the background is the studio. Photo by Garland On Wednesday this week during a...

The importance of meeting coverage

July 16, 2026
Garland Pollard
Editorial

One of the most important tasks of local media is the coverage of meetings. As the number of newspapers has decreased nationwide, and other media outlets disappear, meeting coverage has also...

Gifts, paintings and souvenirs at Smart Studio

July 16, 2026
Staff Report
Community

Smart Studio has so much to offer! Karen Wentzel will help you pick out the perfect gift, souvenir or painting for your home. Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday and some Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4...

Stop in to Bella Vida

July 16, 2026
Staff Report
Community

Sarah Holt and Gianne Navarro shown serving some of Bella Vida’s delicious treats. Stop in and enjoy! Bella Vida is currently open Monday through Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Sunday 8...

Gulf to Bay Sotheby’s Realty Welcomes Tamie McCarthy

July 16, 2026
Staff Report
Community, News

Tamie brings a rare combination of engineering precision, analytical problem solving and genuine personal warmth to her real estate practice which makes her exceptionally well suited to Boca...