Why Has Lee County Stopped Collecting Debris?
If you've driven, biked or walked down Estero Boulevard you've certainly noticed massive piles of debris accumulating on the sidewalks. Lee County owns Estero Boulevard and they are no longer picking up that debris. And nobody knows why.
Where Did Kim go Biking Sunday?
She started out on Virginia avenue and wound up running into the owners of Anchor Inn, a true gem of a location on Fort Myers Beach. She also rode down Pearl street, Tropical Shores Way, Mango street and a few others. Watch the bike ride HERE
Town Hall Should be Demolished Soon
That's what Interim Town Manager Keith Wilkins told the Town Council Monday. The permit has been issued to knock the building down and all the town is waiting for is the final approval from FEMA.
In Case You Missed Our Special Buttonwood Show
On Tuesday we hosted a special show at 820 Buttonwood, which is the home to FMB Strong, a 501c3 dedicated to helping residents in the 33931 zip code recover from Hurricane Ian. During the show, we interviewed storm survivors who are very thankful 820 Buttonwood is still there to help. WATCH
“This is The Last Place I Intend to Work”
Those are the words of incoming Fort Myers Beach Town Manager Andrew Hyatt. Hyatt's $197,000 contract was approved by the Fort Myers Town Council Monday. His first day on the job will be May 1st.
Kiwanis Scholarships Available
The Fort Myers Beach Kiwanis has announced that scholarship applications are available on the Kiwanis website. Here's who's eligible for the cash scholarships.
DING To Celebrate Nature Wellness Week
As part of National Mental Health Month, the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel, has announced Nature Wellness Week 2023. The second annual event takes place May 3rd through the 9th.
This is What Your Town Hall Looks Like
Shocking was the word Vice Mayor Jim Atterholt used when he saw how the inside of the old Town Hall building looked during a tour this week. The building has been untouched since Hurricane Ian, as the town, like so many residents, battles with insurance companies.
Town To Get $90,000 For Those Dead Fish
Remember that episode of Red Tide that killed thousands of fish all along the 7 miles of Fort Myers Beach last month? The town is about to be reimbursed $90,000 for cleaning up the fish.
Keith Wilkins Was Our Guest Saturday
Outgoing interim Town Manager Keith Wilkins joined Beach Talk Radio for the full hour this past Saturday at Wahoo Willie's. Wilkins will be leaving his position May 15th now that the town has hired Andrew Hyatt as the new Fort Myers Beach Town Manager. Watch the interview HERE.
Annie Hosting More Sunday Beach Events
After the success of her Easter Sunday beach service, where over 150 people showed up, Annie Meehan is hosting two more community worship services at Newton Park. Here are the details...
Chamber Announces Annual Meeting Date
The Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its annual meeting and awards ceremony on Friday, April 28th from 5PM to 10PM at Diamondhead resort. The theme for this year is Hawaiian Luau.