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And Now We Wait…And Wait…And Wait
On Tuesday the Lee County Board of Commissioners will vote on awarding the contract to rebuild the Fort Myers Beach pier. But don’t get your hopes up, despite the county being ready to go, there's no start date for construction anywhere in sight.
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Road Work on Estero is Underway
The Lee County Department of Transportation has officially started work on Estero Boulevard from Estrellita Drive to Crescent Street. The work is scheduled to be completed in Fall 2027. The project cost is approximately $9 million.
Cruiser Appreciation Day Is Sunday
The event is at Bayside Veterans Park from Noon to 3PM. The event started years ago as a way to celebrate and recognize the boaters who patronize the Mooring Field and “support the economic and environmental vitality of FMB.”
Ed Schoonover is Now an LPA Member
With John McClean recently appointed to the Town Council seat previously occupied by Jim Atterholt, McLean's Local Planning Agency seat came open. That opening was filled by south end resident Ed Schoonover Monday. He was the only applicant.
Big Donation From Alex King
The King Family Foundation has donated $80,000 to the Fort Myers Beach Woman’s Club to support the Club’s ongoing Capital Campaign to rebuild its historic clubhouse, which was lost to Hurricane Ian.
This Could Be Your View For One Week
For the second year in a row Joe and Michelle Nash have donated a one week stay at Marina Village at Snug Harbor on Fort Myers Beach from July 4th to July 11th. Here's how you can get in on the giveaway.
Community Foundation Casino Night is Saturday
It’s called The King of Diamonds Casino Night and the 2026 date is this Saturday. This year’s big fundraiser, sponsored by Alex King and The King Family Foundation, will be held at Margaritaville Beach Resort.
Margararitaville’s Free Pool Party is Thursday
Everyone is invited to the party Thursday, April 9th at 5PM. It’s an end-of-season, welcome to summer, kickoff to AfterGlow, Margaritaville’s summer special half-day passes for the pool.
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And Now We Wait…And Wait…And Wait
On Tuesday the Lee County Board of Commissioners will vote on awarding the contract to rebuild the Fort Myers Beach pier. But don’t get your hopes up, despite the county being ready to go, there's no start date for construction anywhere in sight.
You Have a New Fire House
Everyone loves when something new opens up on Fort Myers Beach after the beating the island took from Hurricane Ian. Over 300 people attended the ribbon-cutting open house ceremony for the brand new fire house at 2545 Estero Boulevard.











