Lovers Key Camp Registration For Kids Opens
Registration is now open for the Lovers Key Eco-Arts Adventure Summer Camp. Kids between the ages of 5 and 17 will have an opportunity to explore the beaches and mangroves of Lovers Key State Park while learning ecology and environmental stewardship.
County to Discuss Estero Boulevard Lights Today
This is the first time the Lee County Board of Commissioners will discuss the Estero Boulevard lighting situation since Fort Myers Beach Mayor Ray Murphy began his negotiations with commissioners.
Are We Losing The Water Battle?
(By Kim Ryan) A new bill, which came out of nowhere, emerged from the Florida Senate on Friday February 4th. It caused an uproar among many local groups and individuals concerned about water quality. Here's where the issue stands today.
Still No Word on The Bridge Cantilever
Last month we reported that the state has not been given the green light to consider a Matanzas Pass Bridge option that would include a cantilever, which would expand the lane coming over the bridge to the beach for pedestrian and bike traffic. As of Monday that has not changed.
Art Association Opens New Show
The Spring Juried Show Unclear Boundaries is now open and runs through March 10th. The show features over eighty original works. Artwork in the exhibit is available for viewing and purchase. A sampling of images from the show are available for viewing HERE.
A Life Sailing
Having built a sustainable business for more than 58 years based on their love of sailing, Steve and Doris Colgate will share their secrets to success and stories of sailing adventures at the next business luncheon of the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Chamber of Commerce.
Bay Oaks Rep Coming to Kiwanis
The next Breakfast Membership Meeting for the Fort Myers Beach Kiwanis Club is this Friday at Bonita Bills at 7:30 a.m. The guest speaker will be Bay Oaks Recreation Supervisor Jimmy Demilia. Â
Chamber Hands Out Six Awards
The Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting and gala this past Friday night in Cape Coral. The Chamber recognized six area businesses for their continued support and dedication to the community. Here's who the Chamber honored...
Learn How to Snag Tarpon From the Best
The Fort Myers Beach Tarpon Hunters Club has announced the date for its annual free Tarpon fishing and tackle clinic. In 2022 the club is will celebrate its 60th year.
The Woman’s Club Hosting St. Patrick’s Day Event
It's Corned Beef and Green Beer for a Great Cause. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the Fort Myers Beach Woman’s Club. On Thursday, March 17th at 11:30 a.m. (immediately following the parade). The Woman's Club is hosting a traditional Irish meal of Corned Beef and Cabbage with a green beer.
An Update on Our Friends From Afghanistan
On Episode #204 of Beach Talk Radio we told you about a family from Afghanistan that escaped the country just as the Taliban was taking over. Fort Myers Beach resident Dave Smith, and other locals, have been helping Najib and his family settle in the area. Here's the latest...
The Birds! The Birds!
(By Kim Ryan) Biologists from FWC’s Southwest Regional office, Becky Schneider (Conservation Biologist) and Tyson Dallas (Shorebird Biologist) gave a presentation on Beach Nesting Birds on Fort Myers Beach to the Marine Resources Task Force this week.