Parties have been told to be set for a June trial in the case that will determine who owns the property where the Critical Wildlife Area sits on Fort Myers Beach. Here's everything you need to know about the case...

Join Calusa Waterkeeper John Cassani as he presents and discusses Eternal Vigilance, a 26-minute  documentary film describing the challenges facing our region’s waterways. The presentation takes place tonight from 6p-8p. Here are all the details...

On Monday the Fort Myers Beach Town Council approved adding another $50,000 worth of LCSO boat patrols to the current fiscal year.

Self-appointed Fort Myers Beach water activist John Heim was arrested for Battery on November 25th by Lee County Sheriff's Deputies. The 51-year old, who's occupation is listed as ice cream salesman, is accused of returning to a residence on Emily Lane drunk, yelling at the victim for not cooking his dinner, and striking her.

Jacinta and Jason are closing for the day to have a big party for their employees on Monday December 6th. They will re-open Tuesday, December 7th at 11AM. Mango's is also looking to hire a line cook. Call 239-233-8261 if you're interested.

A special reception is being held for retired Sanibel Town Manager Judy Zimomra Saturday, December 4th from 3 to 6 p.m. at The Community House on Sanibel. Zimomra retired from her position after 20 years on the job. The event is being organized by Friends of Judie, made up of Sanibel businesses and non-profits.

The national Audubon's 122nd Christmas Bird Count is December 14th through January 5th. The local San-Cap Audubon will conduct its count on Saturday, December 18th. The results of the local count will be forwarded to the National Audubon Society for inclusion in the their count.

Urban Ranger Janet Sokoloski is the newest member of the 'Ding' Darling National Refuge staff. Sokoloski joins 'Ding' as part of the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service’s Urban Outreach initiative. Sokolowski is a veteran of the war in the Middle East where she taught marksmanship to allies in Afghanistan.

Locals on Fort Myers Beach will once again see, and hear, holiday cheer being spread by bicycle. The annual Fort Myers Beach Christmas Bike Caroling parade will be held this Saturday beginning at 6PM. Everyone is welcome to join in the festivities.

The Fort Myers Beach Library is hosting local historian and storyteller Russ Carter for "The History of Fort Myers Beach." Carter will share many interesting facts and details and highlight the culture and the people of Fort Myers Beach. The lesson begins at 1:30 on Monday, December 6th.

(By Fire Chief Ron Martin) December has two of our most celebrated days, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. These days are filled with workplace celebrations and gatherings with family and friends. Sadly for some in our community, these joyous events end in a tragedy due to impaired driving.

The December Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce Membership Luncheon will be at Charley's Boathouse on December 9th at 11:30AM. Debbie LoVerde, the Community Education Coordinator for the Shy Wolf Sanctuary Education & Experience Center.