What You Need to Know About The 4th
The Fort Myers Beach 4th of July Fireworks celebration is back after a one year pandemic hiatus. The fireworks have been in storage as the community waited for the all-clear to start attending big events again. This weekend wil be the first and here's what you need to know...
There Are an Estimated 2,789 Homeless in Lee County
The count was done back in January by the Lee County Homeless Coalition, an advocacy group made up of groups working to ensure homelessness is rare, brief, and one-time. The survey did not break down the numbers by city or zip codes.
Summertime Funtime at Lover’s Key State Park.
(By Kim Ryan) Summer is here and the kids are finally out of school. If you're searching for an amazing experience to entertain and educate your kids look no further than Eco-Arts Day Camp going on now thru the end of July at Lover’s Key.
Tapa Hop is Back
After a one year hiatus due to the Pandemic, the Chamber of Commerce's Tapa Hop event returns for the 18th year on September 16th. It's a great opportunity to check out some of our great restaurants.
FWC Grants ‘Ding’ $75K
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has awarded the “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge $75,000. The refuge will use the money for invasive plant management.
Volunteers Needed For Beach Cleanup
The annual 5th of July beach cleanup sponsored by Keep Lee County Beautiful, is still in need of volunteers. 45 of the 100 slots for the Lynn Hall Park location are filled.
Dolphin Watching Tips
(By Monica Lynn, “The Fairy Podmother”) One of the highlights of spending time on the water is seeing our athletic dolphins in action. There are a few things to keep in mind, however, to ensure the well-being of our pod.
The Housing Crisis on Fort Myers Beach
(By Gigi Barse) “Live like a local” as the saying goes. But what happens to a town when the delicate balance of year-round residents, snow-birds and vacationers tips heavily toward the latter?
Bayside Park Project First To Move Forward
It looks as if the development of Bayside Park will be the first of the three big Fort Myers Beach projects to see shovels in the ground. The town is now accepting bids from contractors to renovate and remodel the park.
Can You Spare A Little Blood?
Earlier this month the American Red Cross sent out an alert that the nation is facing a severe blood shortage. If you'd like to help out there are two blood drives coming to the Fort Myers Beach area over the next several weeks.
The Turtle Counts Are Rising
From Fort Myers Beach Turtle Time reports 57 nests, 92 false crawls and no hatches yet. Bonita Beach check sin with 108 nests, 115 false crawls and also no hatches. Here's the count from Sanibel and Captiva...