Here’s What to Watch For on Estero Boulevard
Here's an update on road construction to keep an eye out for on Estero Boulevard as work continues south. Lee County is expecting the Estero Boulevard road construction work to be done by the end of this year, or early 2022 at the latest.
Art Association Releases 2021-22 Events Schedule
The Fort Myers Beach Art Association and Gallery on Shell Mound Blvd on Fort Myers Beach has released its full events calendar for the 2021-2022 season. And here it is for you...
Sanibel to Consider Leaf Blower Ban
When the Sanibel City Council meets this morning, the 5-member board will consider a modification to its noise ordinance that will ban the use of gas powered leaf blowers on Sanibel after December 31, 2022.
Fire Department Hosting 9/11 Event
The Fort Myers Beach Fire Department is hosting a 9/11 Memorial Service on Friday, September 10th at 6:30PM. 2021 will be the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on our country.
Man, Dressed as Woman, Arrested in Times Square
Late Thursday night Cole Brown (pictured here) was arrested for attacking a server at MangoRita's and resisting arrest.
EXCLUSIVE: Workforce Housing On The Way
Local businessman Terry Persaud says shovels could be in the ground August 1st for workforce housing at the corner of San Carlos Boulevard and Pine Ridge Road. Persaud recently purchased the property from Margaritaville developer TPI for $4.1 million.
One Year Later – Still No Arrest
On July 15, 2020, 22-year old Johnny Jackson was killed on Fort Myers Beach. One year later, nobody has been charged with his murder. The reward for information leading to the arrest of Jackson's killer is now $33,000.
Do Not Be Alarmed.
If you saunter by the fenced off Margaritaville construction area at the foot of the bridge, between July 19th and July 30th, and see a barrage of fire trucks, do not be alarmed.
Ding’ Awards $30K For Environmental Scholarships
“Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge has awarded $30,700 in conservation education scholarships to 14 students from 5 local counties. During its 15-year history, the DDWS Environmental Scholarship Program has awarded $199,500 to students.
Fort Myers Beach Still Waiting For A Hatch
Even with Tropical Storm Elsa passing through last week, the turtle numbers continue to grow on Fort Myers Beach. Turtle Time reports 75 nests, but still no hatches. Here are the numbers from across the Causeway...
Progress on The Beach Continues
Construction on the new Margaritaville resort at the foot of the bridge on Fort Myers beach will begin August 16th. Do you know how long it's been since Hurricane Charley left the area in ruins?