SCCF Launches Another Helpful Resource
SCCF is launching another resource to help local residents stay on top of the water quality situation in our area. Every Friday Research & Policy Associate Leah Reidenbach will release a new “Weekly Water Conditions Tracker.” Here's what it will include.
Snook On? Release With Caution Please.
The recreational harvest season for snook starts tomorrow in waters from Pinellas/Hillsborough counties (including Tampa Bay), south to Gordon Pass in Collier County. It remains catch-and-release due to impacts from red tide. FWC is encouraging anglers to use proper handling methods to help release snook...
Fire Chief Matt Love Resigning
While he wasn’t chosen as the Fire Chief in Loveland, Colorado last week, Fort Myers Beach Fire Chief Matt Love has notified the fire board of Commissioners he wants them to start the process of looking for his replacement. Love is fielding offers from around the country. He has not said when his final day will be.
Fire Department Cancels 9/11 Event
The Fort Myers Fire Department has canceled its September 11th commemoration event due to rising COVID cases. The beach wreath-laying event was scheduled for September 10th at Station 33 on Lenell Road.
Another Great Intern Opportunity
Kimi Birrer has joined the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel, thanks to funding from the “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge. She fills the role of educator and bilingual interpreter for the refuge’s Wildlife on Wheels mobile classroom.
In Case You Missed Episode #179
On the show this past Saturday, UK resident Anika Kurk tells us why she's moving to Fort Myers Beach, and Eddie Rood gives us an update on the fight he's having with the town over a walkover in his backyard. Plus, Ed and Kim discuss LOSAM and the resignation of the FMB Fire Chief. FACEBOOK YOUTUBE SPOTIFY IHEART
Court Appearance for Shooter Pushed Back
Jatavion Craig, who’s accused of the Memorial Day shooting on Fort Myers Beach, was scheduled to appear in court Thursday. That appearance has been pushed back to Monday and he remains in the Lee County jail.
Confirmed COVID Case Closes Sanibel Rec Center
On Thursday the City of Sanibel was advised that a Rec Center staff member, who was on duty Wednesday afternoon, has tested positive for COVID. As a result the Rec Center will be closed today while the facility is disinfected. The city is contact tracing anyone who was in the facility Wednesday.
Diseased Turtles Becoming an Issue
On Thursday the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission issued executive order #21-19 that states the take or transport of all freshwater softshell turtle species or yellow-bellied sliders is prohibited until the order is repealed.
COVID-19 Testing Site is Back
All of us remember how busy CenturyLink stadium was last year during the first wave of COVID-19. That site is opening again now that cases are surging again.
The Beach And Beer is This Thursday
Friends of Lovers Key is hosting Beach N’ Brews on the beach at Lovers Key State Park on Thursday from 5pm to 9pm. The event will include craft beer from local breweries, live music, a silent auction and food trucks. Admission is $50
This One’s For The Birds
SCCF is looking for volunteers to count the birds. Global shorebird counts have been done as part of World Shorebirds Day since 2014. It helps spread the word about shorebird conservation. September 6th is World Shorebird Day.