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FEMA Gives Fort Myers Beach Another 30 Days
Late last week both Fort Myers Beach and Lee County announced that FEMA has given both municipalities another 30 days (60 total now) to try to save the 25% National Flood Insurance Program discount
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Mooring Field Cost Taxpayers $157K Over 5-Year Period
As a result of a freedom of information request with the Town of Fort Myers Beach we've received the mooring field financials for 2015 to 2019. Over those 5 years Fort Myers Beach taxpayers have subsidized the mooring field by contributing $157,363 to the operation.
Meet The Builder Event This Friday
Powerblock Builders is hosting a "Meet The Builder" event this Friday at 145 Washington Avenue. They are planning a tour of beach model homes under construction. The event is being held from 10:30M to 1PM.
Plaka on Wheels Coming To The Beach For Two Days
Since 1980, the popular restaurant Plaka was located in Times Square before Hurricane Ian came though and destroyed the building. The restaurant will not be returning to Times Square, the property is now for sale.
Beach Renourishment Bids To Be Opened Today
Bids will be opened this morning at 10:35 for the massive pipeline beach renourishment project the town is hoping to start in June. The bids were originally expected to be opened Monday April 15th, then they were moved to Friday the 19th before being moved to today.
Sandsculpting Championships Returning to Fort Myers Beach
After a five-year hiatus, the American Sand Sculpting Championship is returning to Fort Myers Beach this November. DiamondHead Resort will host the 3-day event November 21st – 24th.
Secure The Seas is Today
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office's Community Outreach department is hosting “Securing The Seas” today from 10:00AM to Noon at DiamondHead Resort on Fort Myers Beach.
Donations Needed For Our Upcoming 5K Event
We could use a little help with donations for our Day Before Mothers Day 5K. Every penny we save on supplies is another penny in the pocket of the Fort Myers Beach Woman's Club. We've put together a wish list of items HERE. If you're able to help, that would be great.
Our 5K Fundraiser is Less Than One Month Away
Registration is open for the 2nd Annual Day Before Mother's Day 5K Race and Fun Run on Fort Myers Beach. 100% of the proceeds from the race will be donated to the Fort Myers Beach Woman's Club.
We Need 41 Coffees To Hit Our April Goal
Art Association fundraisers, Times Square fundraisers and replanting, rebuild walkarounds and bikearounds, 2 weekly video podcasts and newsletters. Your "coffee" support is how we're able to bring you the most comprehensive news about your slice of paradise. Support us with a "cup of coffee" HERE.
A Mini Doc Fords Built and Donated
A new miniature replica of Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille has been built by restaurant employees and donated to the train ride at Lakes Park in Fort Myers.
DeSantis Announces $1.5 Billion for Everglades Restoration
On Monday Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced his commitment to approving $1.5 billion included in the Fiscal Year 2024 – 25 budget passed by the Legislature to support Everglades restoration and water quality improvements.
Sheriff Marceno to Appear on BTR
On Tuesday, May 7th at 10AM Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno will be on Beach Talk Radio at Wahoo Willie's. The restaurant will open at 9AM specifically for the show and for our followers to enjoy breakfast. To reserve a seat to see the Sheriff, send an e-mail to edryan@beachtalkradio.com