WHAT IS A SEMICOLON?It is a punctuation mark that can be used to separate parts of a sentence that (1) need clearer separation than would be shown by a comma; or, (2) to separate phrases and clauses containing commas. (3) A semicolon is most used to link, in a single sentence, two independent clauses that […]

“SALUTE TO OUR MILITARY PAST AND PRESENT” Veterans fundraising events to benefit Wish for Our Heroes are complete. Wish for Our Heroes is a national 501(c)(3) organization that grants wishes around the world. Through 2023, Wish for Our Heroes has provided more than $30 million in assistance to our heroes, across all 50 states and […]

Platinum Point Yacht Club (PPYC) honored a significant milestone last month. The club was formed on October 27, 1984. John Landry,owner of the International Sailing School at BSM, became the first Commodore. PPYC quickly became a beacon of maritime tradition and camaraderie, and the nautical hub of Burnt Store Marina. Of course, PPYC, being inclined […]

BSM Blood Drive Schedule for 2024 – 2025 Always on Monday | 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. November 11, 2024 • January 13, 2025 • March 10, 2025 The Big Red Bus from ONEBLOOD will be coming to Burnt Store Marina on Monday, November 11 from 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. We look forward to […]

Happy November!As we enter this beautiful season at Burnt Store Marina, let’s take a moment to focus on you. At our Fitness Club, it’s not just about the classes, facilities, or friendly staff, it’s about empowering you to live a healthier, happier life. Humor is important! So, there are some dad jokes sprinkled throughout. We […]

INSIDE THE GATES DATES Friday, November 1Deadline for the December BeaconArticle & picture submissions are welcomed. Become part of The Beacon family.Saturday, November 2 | 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.Community-Wide Garage SaleTuesday, November 26 | 9 a.m.Section 22 HOA Board Meeting, Linkside CaféMark Your Calendar – Out and About Every Tuesday | 9 a.m.Section 22 […]

In 1981, there were 18 holes at the Marina Golf Club, and were designed by Ron Garl. These courses were originally called the East and West Courses, and are now known as Osprey and Pelican. The additional nine, designed by Mark McCumber, and Heron, were built in 1988. The course, now having 27 holes, needed […]

November is here, and we all know what that means…. season has begun! We are kicking it off with Deb & the Dynamics on November 7, out on the patio under the new tiki huts. There will be multiple food trucks with a wide variety of cuisine and plenty of adult beverages. So make sure, […]

Burnt Store Bikers meet at 7:30 a.m. Monday through Saturday at the Burnt Store Marina Country Club parking lot. We ride in the Lakes, usually between 5 and 10 miles, and often stop for coffee at the Trading Post afterward.Please do not feel you need to be a fast rider. We have riders of all […]

Are you thinking about updating your home? Any changes to the exterior of residences in Burnt Store Marina (BSM) are required to have Architectural Review Committee (ARC) approval. This applies to all homes, as well as homes in a condo association. If this approval is not granted through ARC, you may be asked to modify […]