By a vote of 2-1 the Fort Myers Beach Town Council voted to kick the DiamondHead expansion proposal back to the Local Planning Agency for review. The project changed enough from last month’s LPA denial for at least two council members to believe the process needed to be restarted.

The property is located at 5601 and 5607 Estero Boulevard which is in front of The Woman's Club property on Sterling Avenue. On Monday the Town Council voted unanimously to move the project onto a second public hearing.

(By Ellie Bunting) More than 19 dogs—and one very special chicken—received a St. Francis Day blessing at St. Raphael’s Episcopal Church on Saturday. Comfort Hall was filled with more than 40 pet owners and their furry and feathered friends.

Ocean Nail & Day Spa is open for business in Santini Plaza on the south end of the island. On Sunday Kim interviewed the owners before getting a pedicure. Watch the walkaround video HERE on Facebook

With Mayor Dan Allers on vacation, Town Council candidate Tom Brady was our guest Sunday at at Wahoo Willie's. We asked Tom about the pool, the school, development, Amendment 3, and much more. Here's how to watch...

The organization is looking for volunteers for its Monofilament Madness Marine Cleanup Saturday, October 31st. Since 1991, this cleanup has focused on removing discarded fishing line and other harmful debris from Lee County’s waterways and mangrove ecosystems.

What’s Up FMB is inviting residents, families, businesses, nonprofits and community groups to participate in the 2026 Illuminations Walking Parade on Saturday, November 7, 2026.

Annette Stillson at the Book Nook in Santini Plaza will be hosting a book signing on October 15th from 9AM to 1PM. Florida authors Frank Guzman and Panadero will sign their book Where Did The Spitit of Halloween Go?

On Friday at 9AM the Lee County Supervisor of Elections Office will conduct a logic and accuracy test of the election systems and voting equipment that will be used in the 2026 general election.

From t-shirts to hoodies to hats, visors and more, another way to show your support for Beach Talk Radio is by sporting some of our popular merchandise. We ship anywhere in the United States and the same day you order. Check out all of our merch. HERE.

The Lee County Board of Commissioners will finally discuss potential property tax reform if Amendment 3 passes in 4 weeks. On Tuesday, commissioners will meet at 1:30 for a workshop on the topic. Beach Talk Radio will broadcast the workshop live from the Admin building on 2nd street.

Fort Myers Beach Fire Chief Scott Wirth will be the featured speaker at the Chamber of Commerce luncheon Thursday at The Pink Shell Resort. Wirth will be discussing the potential merger with Iona McGregor. Chamber members pay $30, non-members $40: REGISTER.