Art Association Hosting Fireworks Art Show
This July, Southwest Florida’s creative community will light up the summer with Fireworks, a vibrant art exhibition showcasing the energy and color of local talent. The exhibit is free and open to the public.
How Doc Ford’s Celebrates National Mojito Day
National Mojito Day is July 11th and Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille will once again honor that special day with a miniature lime-guessing contest and free signature mojito glasses. The weeklong celebration begins July 5th.
Captiva to Celebrate Ribbon Cutting Tonight
After being closed for 971 days when Hurricane Ian caused significant damage, Keylime Bistro on Captiva will reopen with a ribbon cutting celebration tonight from 4:30PM to 6PM. The event is being hosted by the SanCap Chamber.
Is The Beach Real Estate Market Hot or Cold?
Realtor Jorge Barrera from Premiere Plus Realty has shared new data he compiled that shows the real estate activity on Fort Myers Beach has been relatively quiet as of late.
The Future of La Ola is Now With The Court
La Ola attorney Amy Thibaut has filed the restaurant’s final brief with the Lee County Circuit Court. The Town of Fort Myers Beach is trying to remove La Ola from its current location in Times Square.
DeSantis Signs New Condo Bills Into Law
On Monday Governor DeSantis signed legislation that he says will provide relief to all condo owners. DeSantis said, “We’re delivering reforms that will provide financial relief and flexibility, strengthen oversight for condo associations, and empower unit owners.”
Council & LPA Meeting Thursday
There's a joint Fort Myers Beach Town Council/LPA meeting Thursday at 9AM. There is only one agenda item: The Comprehensive Plan and the community feedback the town received during several outreach meetings about the document.
Our Vacation Villa’s Walkaround
Vacation Villas at 100 Estero Boulevard is back open, 33 months after Hurricane Ian did severe damage to the building nearly 3 years ago. We got the full tour last Saturday, including the million dollar view, the plantings that saved the building, and several units.
New Website Tracks Tagged Sea Turtles
Thanks to Sanibel-based Hammerhead Technology, SCCF has launched a website that tracks satellite-tagged sea turtles. The goal is learn more about how water temperature impacts their migration routes and foraging behavior.
Have A Drink – Help FMB Strong This Week
Wahoo Willie's, Snug Harbor Restaurantand Smokin' Oyster Brewery are serving a special cocktail now through Monday June 30th, with 50% of the cost of the drink being donated to FMB Strong.
Doc Ford’s Raises $7,500 For Sea School
Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille recently celebrated National Yucatán Shrimp Day, serving 12,350 signature Yucatán menu items and bottles of sauce and hosting a 7K run on Sanibel.
The King, Woodson Recall Rolls On
Round one to remove Fort Myers Beach town council members John King and Karen Woodson from their seats has ended. Enough signatures were gathered and verified during that first round to move the process onto the next step.