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Persaud Presenting His Times Square Hotel Monday
After the LPA voted 7-0 to deny his project last month, Times Square property owner Terry Persaud is taking his hotel building proposal to the Town Council this Monday. He's toned the project down some, but will it be enough to get the 3 votes needed to pass?
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New Town Manager Gets Sworn in Monday
On Monday, at the Fort Myers Beach Town Council meeting, new Town Manager Will McKannay will be sworn in and take over for Andy Hyatt. McKannay was the unanimous choice to replace Hyatt back on April 18th. He'll be our guest on BTR Sunday, May 25th at 10AM
I Cannot Stay Silent
(By Annie Meehan) As a long-time encourager and believer in the power of people, it breaks my heart to see what’s happening in our beloved Fort Myers Beach. While we're still in the thick of healing from Hurricane Ian, a new storm is stirring—and this one is manmade.
Santini Could Have a Restaurant by New Years Day
Earlier this week the owners of South Beach Grille in Santini Plaza started pulling buildout permits for their 4,782 square foot restaurant. According to Santini Plaza owner Yariv Shaked the goal is for the restaurant to be open by January 1, 2026.
EIBC Receives Unanimous LPA Approval
On Tuesday, The Estero Island Beach Club team was be back before the LPA with their latest plan to rebuild next to DiamondHead. After originally pitching a 10-story building that was rejected by the Town Council, the latest proposal could be the winner.
S.O.B Ribbon Cutting is Today
The new management team at Smokin’ Oyster Brewery is inviting the community to their official ribbon cutting today at 10AM. The event includes food specials, drink specials, a grand opening $10 shirt and free Koozies.
We need 189 Coffees To Hit Our May Revenue Goal
Our interviews with John King, Karen Woodson, Bill Veach and Terry Persaud. Our race to raise $5K for The Community Foundation, live meeting coverage, walkarounds, live shows. Every bit of information is about your slice of paradise. Here's how you can support what we do...
On The Show Tomorrow…
Joe Harrity from Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grill and Amy Ellis and Felipe Santana from Pro Green are our guests Saturday. We go live under the big white tent from the Margaritaville terrace outside License to Chill at 11AM and we always have giveaways.
The Mayor Returns Sunday
Fort Myers Beach Mayor Dan Allers is back on the show at Wahoo Willie’s Sunday at 10AM. We’ll cover it all from the recall to the new Town Manager to the latest on the fireworks. Arrive early to get a good seat. Wahoo Willie’s opens at 9AM.
It’s Monofilament Cleanup Time
Over on Sanibel an organization called Mind Your Line is seeking volunteers for an island-wide monofilament cleanup on Saturday, June 7th from 8A-11A. This goal of the cleanup is to keep local waterways clean and safe for wildlife.
SanCap Chamber To Highlight Florida Tourism
Visit Florida Interim CEO Craig Thomas (pictured) will speak about the state of Florida tourism at the next SanCap chamber monthly business meeting Wednesday, June 4th at 11:30AM at Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa.
Doc Ford’s Hosting 7K Race This Month
May 24th is National Yucatán Shrimp Day and Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille is celebrating with giveaways and a 7-K race on SanibelÂ