Lee County COIVD Cases Drop Below 60
There are 59 COVID-19 patients in Lee Health hospitals as of Monday. 75% of the Lee Health ventilators and 17% of the ICU rooms are available for use with 8 COVID-19 patients on ventilators and 19 in ICU. 5.3% of Lee Health hospital beds are being used by COVID patients.
Oh That Irresistible Face
Isabelle at Findahomegiveahome Pet Rescue fills us in on her latest crew of furry friends she's trying to get adopted. Barney is being fostered right on Fort Myers Beach. He's 6.6LBS and 2 years old.
Back Open For Your Kayaking Enjoyment
Thanks to Lee County, the Matanzas Pass Preserve (199 Bay Road) on Fort Myers Beach is back open with a brand new floating kayak launch pad.
Rescued Manatee Hit By Boat Dies
On Saturday, September 5th, The Lee County Sheriff and Florida Fish and Wildlife rescued a full grown manatee after it was struck by a boat not too far from Snug Harbor restaurant. The manatee, named Maelee, did not survive her injuries and passed away on Sunday.
MRTF Addresses Many Beach Issues
The Marine Resources Task Force Committee met this week to discuss a variety of issues. First up was revisiting the plight of Yellow-Bellied Slider Turtle. They are being sold on the beach, which was brought to the committee's attention by Ranger Rob Howell last month.
Lani Kai Traffic Cop – Nothing To See Here
As we reported last month, as a result of the town council considering a Nuisance Abatement Board following a murder at the Lani Kai, the owners of the hotel hired risk management consultant Ellyn Bogdanoff to analyze the situation. Her conclusion: The Lani Kai is a good corporate citizen and the town needs to give them a break.
FMB Mask Mandate To Continue TFN
Councilman Dan Allers said he wanted to address "the elephant in the room" last night at the town council meeting. That elephant was the mask mandate that's been in place on the beach for over 2 months now. Lee County COVID numbers have been steadily declining without a mask mandate.
Those Pesky Sand Spurs
Sand spurs are thriving in the bird nesting area on the southern tip of the island. Audubon is organizing a sand spurs clearing operation for the benefit of the property owners who support the bird nesting area and the birds themselves.
Alcohol To Go May Become Permanent
When the state clamped down on restaurants during the early stages of COVID-19 restaurants were forced to go to take out and delivery services to survive. The state then allowed restaurants to sell alcohol to go to help restaurants improve their margins.
Exciting Things Taking Place at the Mound House
(By Kim Ryan) At the last Cultural and Environmental Learning Center Advisory Board meeting Director of Cultural Resources Alison Giesen reported that there are many exciting things going on at the Mound House even though the facility is not open for museum tours due to COVID-19. Here are just a few.
Thoughts About 9/11 From Your Fire Chief
(By Fire Chief Matt Love) Sometimes in this fast paced way of life, we forget the ones who sacrifice their lives every day for the betterment of others. It's hard to believe the tragic events of 9/11 happened 19 years ago, yet we are frequently reminded of the many innocent lives lost.
Lee County COVID Numbers Continue To Decline
Lee Health hospitals now have 76 COVID-19 patients. Just a few weeks ago that number was over 350. Lee County does not have a mask mandate. 73% of hospital ventilators and 25% of the ICU rooms are now available. There are 6 COVID-19 patients on ventilators and 11 in ICU.