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Having been in law enforcement for many, many years, I have seen many schemes to separate people from their hard-earned money. In the 80s and before, we saw door-to-door vendors such as the gypsies that came to town to seal driveways, or do roofing that never seemed to get done once the downpayment was received. In the […]

This recipe comes from my friend and fellow Beacon editor, Deb Bretz. She got the recipe off one of the “Mr. Food Test Kitchen” segments shown on one of our local channels. We were at an editing session last month and it was getting near lunch, and she commented she couldn’t wait to get home […]

DON’T MISS THE BUS BSM Blood Drive Schedule for 2026 Always on Monday 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. January 19 and March 23, 2026 Mark Your Calendar The Big Red Bus from ONEBLOOD will be coming to Burnt Store Marina on Monday, January 19, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. We look forward to seeing our […]

HIBA FOR BLOOD DONATION It was my first pregnancy, and finally, it was time to rush to the hospital to meet my baby. I had mentally prepared for labor, and 18 hours later, I delivered naturally and looked into my daughter’s eyes with a love I never knew before. What I hadn’t prepared for was […]

Northern Cardinals are distributed throughout the eastern United States and parts of the southwest. These birds may be seen less often in Burnt Store Marina due to fewer native plants. The male’s striking red appearance stands out, whether in flight or perched on a branch. The black face and red crest complete its unique appearance. […]

On a recent trip up north, I decided to visit a few fishing locations in northern Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and the Carolinas. I got to visit with a few Fish and Wildlife Officers while they were on patrol. I decided to ask as many officers as I could about what fish were on the bite. […]

The month of December will generally be dry, with 2 inches of rain if we’re lucky. December’s daytime temperatures are usually warm, ranging from 66 to 85; and lows from 43 to 72. But, this is a month when frost can also occur. The bottom line? Be prepared for anything and watch for plants drying […]

Here are some grammar rules that they might or might not have taught you in school. You may want to copy and save for future reference…

There has been some confusion about operating golf carts in Burnt Store Marina. Please be aware that there are rules for golf cart use, and a violation will get you a citation from the Lee County Sheriff’s Office. Effective October 1, 2023, golf carts may not be operated on any “streets” by someone who is […]