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The Town Council Remains The Same
This election was being touted as faster growth (Scott) vs. anti-big-building (Greg). In the end, Fort Myers Beach voters decided they were happy with Scott Safford’s performance since he was appointed 9 months ago and now he’ll serve a full 4-year term.
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What’s Going On This Weekend?
From the Farmers Market in Santini Plaza to all your favorite Live Music, here’s what’s happening on Fort Myers Beach this weekend…
It Could Take 3 More Years to Repair 2 Parks
On Tuesday, the Lee Board of County Commissioners voted to award a $2.5 million contract to Johnson Engineering for the design and permitting phase...
Thank You Ray Sandelli
(By Ed Ryan) The last time I saw Ray Sandelli I was riding my bike on Estero Boulevard shortly after Hurricane Milton. Ray was on his way to the Island’s Pancake House to spend some money at a beach business hammered by way too many hurricanes.Â
Here’s The Latest on The Beach Renourishment Project
The big Fort Myers Beach renourishment project will restart in two days after a piece of machinery the contractor was using needed repairs. The project, which started on the north end of the island, is now up to Lynn Hall Park where the beach will be lengthened by over 100 feet.
2024 Bike Parade Will be Biggest Ever
On December 21st bikes, scooters, golf carts and other assorted modes of transportation will be decked out in Christmas lights for the annual bike parade on Fort Myers Beach. Several new elements have been added to the event that will help make it bigger than it’s ever been.
Historical Society Volunteer Cleanup This Saturday
EIHS needs our help cleaning up the grounds around their two historic cottages at 161 Bay Road (behind the Beach School). Helene and Milton were not friendly to Ellie and her team. If you can be part of the cleanup squad Saturday from 8-10AM send an e-mail to edryan@beachtalkradio.com.
Do You Have Any of These Signs?
The Estero Island Historical Society has collected and cleaned many of the hand-painted street signs that the Fort Myers Beach community created in the months after Hurricane Ian. Many are displayed inside the Historic Cottage. Do you have one of those signs?
4 Beach Organizations Given Money
Sanibel Captiva Community Bank has donated a total of $150,000 to Sanibel, Captiva and Fort Myers Beach nonprofit organizations in support of local Hurricanes Helene and Milton relief efforts.
It’s Time to Run On The Beach
On Tuesday, December 31st at 8AM, Beach Talk Radio is partnering once again with DiamondHead Resort for the 2nd annual New Year's Eve 5K on Fort Myers Beach. It's our biggest race of the year to benefit our biggest fundraiser ever. Register HERE.
Volunteers Needed For Sand Sculpting Championships
The Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 34th annual American Sand Sculpting Championship November 21st through 24th at DiamondHead Resort. Volunteers are needed.
Who Makes The Best Chili on Fort Myers Beach?
The FMB Woman's Club Annual Christmas Tree Festival is back, and that means it's time to get cooking. The wildly popular chili tasting event is back. This year's event is limited to 15 chili entrees, so you'll need to get your application in soon.