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Should Fort Myers Beach Annex San Carlos Island?
It’s an issue Fort Myers Beach Town Councilman John King wants the full Town Council to look into. King says, annexing San Carlos Island would give those residents greater say in local government. We spoke to several San Carlos island residents to get their reaction.
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Pink Shell Hosting a Beach Cleanup Today
To commemorate Earth Day 2025 The Pink Shell Resort is hosting a beach cleanup at 7AM today. Volunteers can show up at the resort and let the parking attendants know you are there for the cleanup.Â
S.O.B. Holding Ribbon Cutting
They’ve been open for months but never had a chance to host an official ribbon cutting due to the busy tourist season. The management team of Smokin’ Oyster Brewery is inviting the community to their official ribbon cutting on May 16th.
Ace Hardware Opens For Business
Another business has opened in Santini Plaza on the South end of Fort Myers Beach. Gavin’s Ace Hardware officially opened Monday. Gavin’s Ace is new to Santini Plaza. This is their third location in Southwest, Florida.Â
Over 400 People Attend Annie’s Service
Annie Meehan’s Easter Sunday Sunrise Service on Fort Myers Beach was a smashing success. Over 400 people attended the service at Newton Park.
Packed House For Easter at St. Peter’s
Easter Sunday was a very special day at St. Peter Lutheran Church. Over 200 people turned out for Easter service in the newly rebuilt sanctuary. Reverend Tom Frey delivered a message of hope and salvation and the choir offered some amazing music.
Run On The Beach in Less Than 3 Weeks
Registration for our 3rd Annual Day Before Mother's Day 5K Run and 1-Mile walk is open. The event will start and finish at Margaritaville Resort where the Meagan Rose Band will perform live after the medal ceremony.
TPI CEO Tom Torgerson Joins The Show
This Saturday at 11:30AM, TPI/Margaritaville CEO Tom Torgerson is our guest. How is the resort preparing for hurricane season? Having gone through it all, what does Tom think of the redevelopment? Come see the show from the terrace outside License to Chill at Margaritaville.Â
Where We’re Walking Around Saturday
We’re heading back to Leonardo Arms and the South End of the island to get a beach renourishment update and take a walk through Santini Plaza. Join us live for another Saturday morning walkaround at 8AM.
The Vice Mayor is Our Sunday Guest
Vice Mayor Jim Atterholt is our guest this Sunday at 11AM live from Wahoo Willie's. The Vice Mayor will give us a detailed update on Santini Plaza and all the other issues the Town Council is working through heading into the Summer.Â
Our Next Pet Adoption Day is Saturday
Join Beach Talk Radio and Guardians of Florida Animal Rescue for another pet adoption day on Saturday at Margaritaville from 11AM to 2PM. You'll be able to see pets, cuddle with them, and adopt them so they have a forever home.
Tunaskin Announces Date For Mayhem
Tunaskin’s Mid-May Mayhen Beach Fishing Tournament will be held May 17th on Fort Myers Beach. Teams of two will fish from the beach and compete for thousands of dollars in prizes. Adult team registration is $75 and Jr team registration (5-15) is $50.
How to Be Safe While on The Water
Today is the 55th anniversary of Earth Day and the United States Coast Guard Auxillary is reminding kayakers and paddle boarders about essential safety gear they should bring along while out on the water.Â