Silver Fox Passes Away
This past Saturday, Shy Wolf Sanctuary Community Education Coordinator Debbie LoVerde joined us on episode #197 to tell us all about the expansion plans at the facility in Naples. Unfortunately, on Sunday, the sanctuary lost their silver fox Gracie.
Parade Nets 85 Bikes
The 6th annual Fort Myers Beach Christmas Bike Parade was a smashing success this past Saturday night as 85 bikes decorated for the holidays weaved up and down side streets with an assist from the Lee County Sheriff's Department.
Two New Programs at Shell Museum
The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum on Sanibel launched two new programs ato give more people a chance to experience the educational impact of its shell collection, aquariums, touch pools, and marine life. Funding for the 2 new initiatives came from an anonymous donor.
Art In The Park at Lovers Key
Experience the natural beauty of Lovers Key State Park through art classes and demonstrations. Join award-winning local artist and instructor Jenny Licht for nature-based art classes and walks for re enthusiasts of all ages
Airport Administrator to Speak At Luncheon
Ben Siegel, executive director of the Lee County Port Authority, will speak at the January 12th lunch meeting of the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Chamber of Commerce. The luncheon will be at Sundial Beach Resort & Spa on Sanibel Island starting at 11:30 a.m.
Beach Kiwanis Donates $20K To Hospital
At a recent Fort Myers Beach Kiwanis meeting, which was also a Division Council meeting for 5 other clubs, a check for $20,000 was presented to Golisano Children's Hospital by the Beach Kiwanis Club.
Arches Construction Contract By May?
Representatives from The Restore the Fort Myers Beach Arches organization met with Lee County Parks & Recreation Director Jesse Lavender this week to discuss the future of the arches after a $20,000 donation from the King Foundation last week gave the fundraising campaign a big boost.
One Newsletter For The Next Two Weeks
With the Holiday Season upon us we'll be cutting back to one newsletter (on Wednesday) for the next two weeks. And, due to Christmas and New Years Day both falling on a Saturday, tomorrow will be our final Saturday show of the year until January 8th. We will be broadcasting live from Mango Rita's on New Years Even from 11PM to midnight for the fireworks.
Our Weekly Margaritaville Update Will be Friday
Every Saturday at 7:30AM before our program at Pete's Time Out, we'll be shooting new video of the construction site that, in less than 2 years, will be home to the Fort Myers Beach Margaritaville Resort. This week, and next, with our show on Friday, we'll be shooting the new video on Friday.
Taste of the Islands Winners Announced
CROW has annunced the winners of the 40th Taste of the Islands which included Love Boat ice Cream's Sinfully Cinnamon Apple Cake taking home the prize for the best dessert. Here are all the winners.
Just Added To Our 24/7 Music Station
Our 24/7 Beach Music Radio Station now includes a community calendar. It runs at 15 after every hour and it's sponsored by JPS Vacation Rentals. Never miss another fun event on the beach. Tune in to the Beach Talk Radio 24/7 music station today. Great Beach Music - Entertaining Local Talk.
Here’s One Way to Beat The Beach Traffic
A new golf cart business has launched on Fort Myers Beach. It's called Island Carts FMB and they are ready to take reservations today offering both 4 and 6 seaters.