Art Association To Open Retail Space Off Island
The Fort Myers Beach Art Association has been without a building since Hurricane Ian destroyed it over 2 years ago. The building was located on Shell Mound Blvd adjacent to the Red Coconut property. Here's what they have planned until a new building can be built.
When Will St. Peter’s Building Be Ready?
There's a lot of final work being done at St. Peter’s Church on Estero Boulevard. After Ian, a portion of the building was demolished while another section was saved. Church services have been held in a tent in the church parking lot.
Construction Causes Emergency Response Delays
With only one lane in each direction, Estero Boulevard has always been a challenge for emergency vehicles to maneuver through, especially during season. The state’s construction work at the base of the bridge has made responding to emergencies even more challenging.
New Cape Taxi Includes Daily Stop on The Beach
The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village, in partnership with Tarpon Point (Marina, Shops & Restaurants on the promenade) and the Cape Coral Chamber, will cut the ribbon for a new beach taxi that will make a daily stop on Fort Myers Beach.
Boaters Look Below – Manatees Are on The Move
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is reminding boaters to go slow and keep an eye out for manatees as the slow-moving mammals naturally disperse from their winter refuges.
Kava Culture Hosting Chamber Breakfast
Thursday April 3rd Kava Culture on San Carlos Boulevard will be the place to be for a networking breakfast that begins at 9:30. Free Kava samples and breakfast items will be served. This event is free and open to the public. REGISTER
What About Those Oysters?
​​The National Shell Museum & Aquarium’s next free lecture is Thursday, April 3rd at 5:30PM. The speaker is New York Times best-selling author Mark Kurlansky who will explore the ecological history of the oysters of New York Harbor.
Bridge Exit Reopens
Drivers on Fort Myers Beach may see a little air let out of the traffic balloon this week. The Florida Department of Transportation has completed enough of its road construction project to reopen the bridge exit on Estero Boulevard in front of Margaritaville.
The Mayor Reports Good News From FEMA
On Beach Talk Radio Sunday Mayor Dan Allers indicated that there’s a possibility the Town of Fort Myers Beach might be able to get off probation sooner than expected. The Mayor said FEMA, in a March 21st letter, gave the town a list of three things that needed to be completed. Here they are...
Bridge Exit Reopens
Drivers on Fort Myers Beach may see a little air let out of the traffic balloon this week. The Florida Department of Transportation has completed enough of its road construction project to reopen the bridge exit on Estero Boulevard in front of Margaritaville.
Town Manager Meeting Reset to April 18th
Town Manager Andy Hyatt, Executive Assistant Traci Kohler, and Human Resources Director Talissa Oliveira now say they will have a group of 5 potential candidates to take over as Town Manager for the community to meet on April 18th.
Did You See Our Interview With The Harbormaster
On Sunday’s Beach Talk Radio broadcast For Myers Beach Harbormaster Curtis Ludwig joined us. He updated the community on canal cleaning, the mooring field, how he likes the job one year after being hired and much more. Here’s how you can watch the interview.