Here’s What Lee County is Paying For Estero Blvd. Lights
Lee County will contribute $1.4 million toward lights on Estero Boulevard. That's the dollar amount the county and the Fort Myers Beach government agreed to as part of the Estero Boulevard road construction project.
Mayor: I Want To Own Estero Boulevard
Fort Myers Beach Mayor Ray Murphy wants to take over Estero Boulevard from Lee County. Of course, along with that, comes the upkeep, maintenance and every other cost associated with owning one of the most traveled roads in Lee County. Here's why Murphy wants that road.
Big Book Sale This Month
The annual Big Book Sale in the Fort Myers Beach Library Parking Garage will be Saturday, November 20th and Sunday, November 21st. The cost is only $15.00 to fill up a large reusable grocery with as many items as you can
It’s Manatee Awareness Month
And it couldn't come at a better time. Manatees are being killed in record numbers, mostly because their food is disappearing. 988 manatees have died so far in 2021 in the state of Florida. FWC wants boaters to be aware that manatees are now on the move.
Sanibel Chamber Hosting Luminary Holiday Stroll
Candles, Santa, live entertainment, open houses, and a brand-new Luminary Lager brew are all part of the 2021 Luminary Holiday Stroll on Sanibel Dec. 3 and 4.
Art Association Opening New Shows
The Fort Myers Beach Art Association opens a new show called Endless Beginnings on November 15th. The show will be judged by Francesco Gillia in the main gallery. But wait, there's more...much much more...
Captains Lands Big Name For Board
Longtime Captains For Clean Water supporter Gene Nesbeda has joined the organization’s board of directors. Nesbeda has invested in Yeti Coolers, GE and other successful companies.
More Love For Lovers Key
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners has accepted a $10 million grant from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to add new sand to 1.1 miles of beach at Lovers Key State Park.
2022 Sanibel Parking Permits Available Monday
Starting Monday the City of Sanibel will be selling their 2022 annual parking passes. Both residents and non-residents are eligible to purchase the passes. Here are the annual rates...
The Struggle To Save The View
On Monday the Fort Myers Beach Town Council and its Local Planning Agency held a joint 2-hour meeting. On the agenda, the character of their community and how to stop houses like these blocking the view of the water.
Where Does FMB Rank in COVID Vaccinations?
Fort Myers Beach ranks 7th out of 27 zip codes with 70.4% of the population receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. Florida Department of Health figures show that 60% of Lee County is now vaccinated.
DiamondHead Career Fair is Tomorrow
There are a lot of jobs to be filled in the hospitality sector. To help try to fill those jobs, SunStream Hotels & Resorts will be hosting a career fair Wednesday at DiamondHead Beach Resort from 11AM to 6PM.Â