Atterholdt: Fort Myers Beach Going Through Renaissance

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Appearing on episode #125 of Beach Talk Radio, Saturday August 8th, town councilman Jim Atterholdt reeled off a laundry list of positive changes taking place on Fort Myers Beach. He said the island is going through a renaissance.

Two Lawsuits Filed Against Lani Kai

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Both lawsuits are a result of the murder that took place on the property of the hotel last month. Fort Myers attorney Joe North is representing both Thomasina Daniels, the mother of 22-year old Johnny Jackson, who was the man killed, and Jackson's cousin Traviasia Blanks.

My Amazing Time With The Turtles

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(By Kim Ryan) Last Friday, in the middle of turtle nesting season which runs May 1-October 31st, I was thrilled to accompany Cindy Johnson, one of many Turtle Time volunteers, for a 3 day dig. What you may ask is that? 

Why The FMB Fire Department is a “People Department”

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(By Chief Matt Love) Hello Beach Community! I hope this finds you and your family safe, healthy, and enjoying the summer. On behalf of the Fort Myers Beach Fire Department, we're honored to provide you regular updates through BTRN. A special thank you to Ed and Kim for inviting us to provide our community with a wide spectrum of information.

Everyone Has A Right To Clean Water

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(By KC Schulberg) For 25 years, Calusa Waterkeeper has worked to protect our local waters. But today’s challenges are greater than ever – and we need the public’s help.

Rood, Kroemer Try To Settle Dune Walkover Fight

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Eddie Rood and Kurt Kroemer believe they should have access to the beach from their homes on Estero Boulevard. All they need is a special exception from the town so they can build a long structure that would take them there.

What About That Nuisance Abatement Board?

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Now that the ownership at The Lani Kai has given some ground to the community by backing out of the TPI lawsuit, what will this mean for Councilman Dan Allers' plan to pursue a Nuisance Abatement Board?

Chester Rogers – A Fort Myers Beach Icon

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(By Kim Ryan) Fort Myers Beach is filled with interesting characters and Chester Rogers certainly fits into that category. You can't miss Chester while traveling along Estero Boulevard. The local artist has a prime location right under a shade throwing Black Olive tree in front of The Surf Club.

I Had To Make A Stand. Here’s Why.

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(By Robert Howell) Greetings, My name is Robert Howell or “Ranger Rob” as I am known around the beach. I moved down to Florida about 3 years ago after an amazing experience I had when releasing a manatee back into the wild.

Kudos To Charley’s Boat House

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Following a $1.5 million renovation in 2019, Charley's Boat House was recently honored with Wine Spectator's 2020 Award of Excellence. Charley's Boat House opened up as Charley Brown’s back in 1074.

Mayor Murphy Announces Deal To End TPI Lawsuit

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On Wednesday afternoon, less than 24 hours before the town council was to meet in executive session to discuss how to defend the town from the latest Chris Patton lawsuit, a deal to end the matter was announced.

How Much Will A New Bay Oaks Cost?

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The Bay Oaks Recreational Campus Advisory Board (BORCAB) met Tuesday for over 2 hours to discuss the multi-million Bay Oaks redevelopment plan that has...