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New Florida nonfiction

January 30, 2025
Staff Report
Entertainment, News

Some new Florida books: “Alligator Tears” by Edgar Gomez Orlando author Edgar Gomez writes a memoir-in-essays recounting his life lessons in Florida, beginning with the survival...

Bestselling authors coming to Lee County

January 30, 2025
Staff Report
Entertainment, Events, News

Romance novelist Debbie Macomber popular highlight Twenty-five acclaimed and bestselling authors are coming to Lee County to connect with fans and sign books at the 26th Annual Southwest...

Calusa Waterkeeper Codty Pierce life to be celebrated Feb. 3 in Fort Myers

January 30, 2025
Sheila Evans
News, Sports & Outdoors

People throughout the region had come to know Codty Pierce as “our” Calusa Waterkeeper. He was only 36 years old when he died suddenly this month. There will be a celebration of his life on...

Here’s your lineup for the 2025 Boca Grande Film Festival

Get ready, film lovers – the wait is over! The Boca Grande Film Festival is bringing you an unforgettable lineup of cinematic magic. From thought-provoking dramas to breathtaking documentaries,...

OPINION: BRANDON SHULER

Water quality problems bigger than Lake Okeechobee BY BRANDON SHULER Much recent hay has been made about the current Lake Okeechobee discharges fueling a low-intensity red tide (Karenia...

The Bike Path and our Rails to Trails revolution

This upcoming Feb. 21 is the 40th anniversary of the dedication of the Boca Grande Bike Path. Pictured here is a drawing by the late Patti Middleton to promote that opening celebration back in...

Fust Library to reopen Tuesday, Feb. 4

January 29, 2025
Garland Pollard
News

The Johann Fust Community Library, 1040 West 10th St., Boca Grande, will reopen at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 4. The library was closed due to damage from Hurricane Milton. Regular operating hours...

Hearings today on septic to sewer conversion for Palm Island Estates

January 28, 2025
Staff Report
News, Uncategorized

Today, the Florida Public Service Commission is holding hearings regarding a proposed septic to sewer conversion for Palm Island Estates. The hearings are available online, but are also being held...

Gasparilla Island Tennis Classic continues through Feb. 8

January 23, 2025
Staff Report
News, Sports & Outdoors

The public is invited to attend upcoming matches for the Gasparilla Island Tennis Classic sponsored by the Boca Beacon. This week, there have been some delays because of the rain, so call the...

Pit bull attacks golden retriever on beach; family hurt in rescue

January 23, 2025
Staff Report
News, Police & Fire

On Sunday, near 14th Street, an unknown pit bull attacked an island golden retriever. The dog was rebuffed by an 18-year-old girl and her father, according to a Lee County Sheriff’s Department...