How Your Fire Department Prepares For The Fireworks
(By Kim Ryan) Jennifer Campbell, Fire Official with Fort Myers Beach Fire Control District, graciously took time out of her busy schedule this week to sit down with me and discuss how the department prepares for the 4th of July fireworks show and how the department keeps everyone safe.
Protect The Birds on The 4th
(By The Florida Audubon) Independence Day is a cause for remembrance and celebration. Unfortunately, celebratory fireworks can literally frighten birds to death.
Join us From Shuckers on Saturday
Shuckers at the Gulfshore and The Cottage Bar is hosting a fundraiser for Fort Myers Beach first responders during The Cottage Revitalization Celebration. Beach Talk Radio will broadcast live at the event from Noon to 1PM.
Bowman’s Beach Rehab Set to Begin
On Tuesday July 5th, the Bowman’s Beach Park Bridge Rehabilitation Project is set to begin out on Sanibel. The project is expected to take 6 months to complete.
Where To Go On The 4th of July Weekend
(By Marie Schleiffer) Fort Myers Beach is going to have an amazing fourth of July weekend. When you’re visiting the beach, be sure to visit our sponsors as they have some amazing things happening. Here's what you can look forward to this weekend.
Town To spend $120K on New Parking App
The Fort Myers Beach town council has authorized town manager Roger Hernstadt to spend $120,000 on a new parking app that some on the council believe will help alleviate the heavy traffic issues on the island.
Mound House Launches New Lecture Series
The Mound House is launching a new Summer Lecture Series while expanding its summer museum hours. The series is the second Tuesday of each month from July through September.
The Woman’s Club – Spreading The Love
(By Angie Deters) A couple of years ago, before COVID we asked our members what they would like to see the group do more of. The overwhelming response was: “meet other local people.”
Corps: Lake O Looks Good
(By Kim Ryan) Last Friday Army Corps Of Engineers Jacksonville District Colonel James Booth gave an update on Lake Okeechobee and said: "We are in a good position coming into the wet season.”
Karen Woodson Joined Us For The Full Hour
In case you missed Episode #234 Saturday, town council candidate Karen Woodson joined us for the full hour. She pulled no punches on her opponents, she gave her opinion on the dune walkover, community policing and much more. Here's how you can watch or listen to the show...
Donalds Cheers Strike Down of Roe
Florida Congressman Byron Donalds, who is pro-life, chimed in on last week's 6-3 Supreme Court ruling to overturn Roe Vs. Wade. Donalds called the decision a massive win for liberty.
Pop-Up People Announce July Schedule
The Marine Resources Task Force committee will have its pop-up tent in Times Square and at Newton Park during the month of July. Committee members discus the many environmental issues that impact our area with residents and visitors. Here's their July schedule...