New Paint On The Way
Drive carefully around the downtown area. Starting today the crosswalks at the intersection of Wind's/Times Square/Mango Bay are scheduled for repainting. Of course the work is weather permitting.
Knickle Appears on Beach Talk Radio
Jim Knickle, who's running for Fort Myers Beach Fire Board, appeared on episode #136 of Beach Talk Radio. He was a fabulous guest and he's an excellent candidate. Knickle also had a very successful law enforcement career in Ohio before moving to the beach and serves on the Fort Myers Beach Public Safety Committee. Watch Jim on the show HERE.
Church Hosting Trunk or Treat
Beach Baptist is hosting Trunk or Treat this Saturday at 6pm. In addition to the fun there will be free food and treats, trick-or-treating and games. Volunteers and donations are still needed. Call 239-463-6452 for more information. The church is located at 130 Connecticut street.
November Business Meeting Set
Advanced Disposal is hosting the November Coffee Connection which is being held at The Grind Coffee House, Thursday November 5 from 7:30 to 9:00. Coffee and breakfast will be served and the event is free for both FMB Chamber and non-chamber members. The Grind is located at 16250 Summerlin Road.
Chief Love Honored By The State
Every year the Florida Association of Special Districts recognizes one district manager who meets the highest standards of professionalism, ethics and transparent governmental services to the citizens in the state. Fort Myers Beach Fire Chief Matt Love has been awarded the FASD District Manager of the Year award for 2020.Â
And The Winners Are….
Fourth grade student Aubrey Wilson and sixth grade student Emma Dellenback have been selected as the winners of the Annual Veterans Day Youth Essay Contest sponsored by the City of Sanibel Recreation Department and the Lee Coast Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America.
Look For Magic Mike on TV Today
The ABC 7 show More in the Morning will be highlighting Halloween week by showcasing the Fort Myers Beach Haunted Pub Crawl with Mike Yost the magical ghost host. Host Jesslyn Ferentz interviewed Mike at 5:45 at The Shamrock. He'll then move on to Pete's Time Out, Nervous Nellie's and Snug Harbor.
A Perfect Place to Stay
Our friends at SunPalace Vacations have this killer location on special through 11/20. We've all been to MoJoe's so we know how convenient it is to everything. Roll out of your comfy studio and walk one block to the beach. Studio apartments with kitchens, some with private balconies, a 1 bedroom apartment overlooking the courtyard or a gorgeous 2 bedroom cottage.  Call 877-217-0099 for details.
A Glimpse Into A Bright Looking Future
(By Ed Ryan) Several years from now you may not recognize downtown Fort Myers Beach. Times Square will be getting an impressive facelift, the Margaritaville Hotel will transform a blighted area into beauty, and reconstructed traffic patterns will move people along, at the foot of the bridge, much faster than they move today.
Still No Home in Sight For Those Historic Arches
The group hoping to find a home for what's left of the historic arches that were once the gateway to Fort Myers Beach heard more disappointing news last week. From 1924-1979 the arches welcomed both residents home and visitors to their favorite vacation location.
Corps To Discuss Lake O Releases Today
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is holding a briefing this morning regarding water management of Lake Okeechobee. The Corps started releasing water last week due to the height of the lake. We'll post an update on this story on our Facebook page.
What Are YOUR Top Public Safety Concerns?
We polled our Facebook followers over a two-day period this week to get an idea of the public safety concerns residents have on the beach. Too many crosswalks on Estero Boulevard and the homeless situation were the top two issues. Here are your top ten...