Happy Thanksgiving From Beach Talk Radio
Your Fort Myers Beach news headlines return on Tuesday, December 1st, following the Thanksgiving break. If important Beach news breaks we'll keep you up to date on our Facebook and Twitter pages and through our breaking news alerts. Kim and I would like to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
Yes You Can Fight City Hall
Did you know the town has a process to fight code violations and parking tickets? A special Magistrate meets on a somewhat regular basis at town hall where residents and business owners can dispute violations. That's exactly what Sunset Grill restaurant owner Terry Persaud did.
Bayside Committee Wants Face Time With Council
A group of local business owners met this week to discuss plans they'd like to see developed at Bayside Park. The area is located between Nervous Nellie's and Snug Harbor down Old San Carlos Boulevard. It's one of three projects the town has borrowed $10 million for to redevelop. So far the group has not heard back from the town to set up a meeting.
Hoosiers in Paradise is Hiring
Captain Mark and Jacquie tell us it's been a long time since they've had to post a now hiring sign at their restaurant. However, one of their longtime employees is moving on. Blake Bowen (pictured here) is going to work for WINK TV so his big shoes need to be filled.
How Many COVID-19 Cases Are on FMB?
According to the latest statistics from the Florida Department of Health (as of Monday), Fort Myers Beach has 209 reported cases. Of the 28,118 cases reported county-wide, Fort Myers Beach makes up .7% of that total. Fort Myers, Cape Coral and Lehigh Acres are the top three.
C.R.O.W. Rehabbing Bald Eagle
According to Dr. Robin Bast, CROW’s veterinarian, the Bald Eagle, which has been with CROW since November 9th, is doing well. The Eagle continues to receive pain medications for its fractured coracoid bone (similar to a human collarbone), and remains in a body wrap to limit its use of the injured wing.
On The Show This Saturday
Chris O'Neil is back to tell us all about The Wide Open Music Festival at The Ranch, December 5, to raise money for his foundation. Chris' foundation will be feeding the homeless - and handing out gift cards - on Christmas Day. The Wide Open Music Festival begins at 6PM and you can get more information HERE. Watch the show on FACEBOOK or YOUTUBE.
Progress in Lowering Boat Speed
Fort Myers Beach Environmental Project Manager Chadd Chustz has received a letter from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission giving the town approval to install lower speed limit signs to help protect the manatee.
The Fight to Save Two National Treasures
Bristol Bay, Alaska. Florida’s Everglades. Two national treasures thousands of miles apart with one thing in common: the possibility of losing them. Together with Trout Unlimited, Bonefish & Tarpon Trust, and the outdoor community, Captains for Clean Water has produced a new film called Everyone In Between.
In Case You Missed The Show Saturday
On episode 140 of Beach Talk Radio Chris O'Neil filled us in on his 12/5 fundraiser for the homeless. Stehanie Buboltz updated us on the Christmas Tree Festivities at The Women's Club and Sand Artist John Boyd told us about his 6-part dream that led him to become a sand artist.. FACEBOOK / YOUTUBE / PODCAST / SUPPORT THE SHOW
On The Show Tomorrow…
Captain Josh from Caloosahatchee Cowboy Charters is our first guest tomorrow morning at 9AM LIVE from Pete's Time Out. At 9:30 Nervous Nellie's owner Len Lemmer joins us to discuss the Bayside Park project. Come have breakfast at Pete's and check out the show live or watch it on FACEBOOK or YOUTUBE.
More Bad News For The Arches
When the town council holds its next Management & Planning meeting a discussion will be held regarding the arches. Having them reconstructed at Bay Oaks has been one of the options being discussed. The Bay Oaks committee was unanimous in saying no-go to that idea.