STAFF REPORT – The death of a man whose body was found at the water’s edge in Stump Pass Park in Englewood on Friday, July 31 has been ruled as ...
Boca Grande named as one of islands in Zac Brown Band’s new song, ‘You and Islands’
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – “Let’s get back to you and islands Compass Cay and the warm salt air, Staring at that blue horizon Close my eyes and I’m rig...
You bet your life I took the pledge … a note from a long-time, well-loved island resident
BY SUSAN BOWERS – More than anything, I want my friends and neighbors in Boca Grande to stay well. It is our cherished home. I have never met fi...
The Boca Grande Club early years: The 1970s and 80s
SUBMITTED BY THE BOCA GRANDE HISTORICAL SOCIETY – A November 1978 article in the St Petersburg Times announced the creation of a new development...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Lee Commissioners approve next round of LeeCARES assistance programs
To the Editor: The Lee Board of County Commissioners today authorized the next round of LeeCARES programs to assist individuals, families and business...
EDITORIAL: County Manager proud of response to COVID-19
BY ROGER DESJARLAIS – I want to thank Lee County’s residents for your perseverance during these difficult times. I also want to thank our Lee Co...
Beacon team wins 13 awards at FPA competition
STAFF REPORT – It was a good showing for the Boca Beacon team at the Florida Press Association’s Better Weekly Newspaper Awards on Friday, July ...
GICIA Update: Mercabo Cove Project showing signs of change
BY MISTY NICHOLS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE GICIA – The GICIA’s Mercabo Cove Project is showing signs of progress. Construction firm TSI Disaste...
PROFILE: Ashli Price
BY OLIVIA CAMERON – A day in retail is rewarding when a customer finds the perfect pair of jeans. Fabrics of all shades and textures can be comb...
OBITUARY: Carol Clark Compton
Carol Clark Compton, 86, passed away peacefully after a long illness on July 29, 2020. She was living in Chandler, Arizona. Carol was born on December...