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During a one hour break at Monday's Town Council meeting, Mayor Dan Allers participated in a call with Congressman Byron Donalds and School Superintendent Denise Carlin about the Fort Myers Beach Elementary School. We asked Allers about that call. Here's what he had to say...

Many of you have seen the striped line confusion at the base of the Matanzas Pass Bridge. As it is laid out now, it appears the right turn lane, as you approach the bridge, has the right-of-way to get on the bridge. Why?

The new owners of the old Bonita Bill’s, HM Restaurant Group, has provided an update on the upgrades to the restaurant which is expected to reopen later this year. The restaurant was sold to the owners of Doc Ford's and Dixie Fish in early 2025.

If you’ve parked in Lynn Hall Park recently you may have seen these signs with bags over them. Do not think that means you can park for free.

St. Raphael’s continues to make steady progress in their rebuilding efforts. For nearly a year, they've been gathering for worship in their parish hall. The rectory has been fully renovated and is now ready for a year-round tenant.

Vacation Villas at 100 Estero Boulevard is finally back open after Hurricane Ian did severe damage to the building nearly 3 years ago. Jackie Schulte is our tour guide tomorrow at 8AM as we get an up close look at how beautiful the building now looks. 

Organizing a super-patriotic Flag Day celebration, incredible show guests on Saturday, the Mayor on Sunday, breaking news on Facebook, and killer condo opening walkarounds. You are 100% in the know about the place you love. Here's how you can support what we're doing...

Wahoo Willie's, Snug Harbor Restaurantand Smokin' Oyster Brewery are serving a special cocktail between Monday, June 23rd and Monday June 30th, with 50% of the cost of the drink being donated to FMB Strong. 

(By Kyle DeCicco, Sanibel Captiva Bank CEO) Fort Myers Beach is more than just an island community. It’s a symbol of resilience, grit and neighborly spirit. The road to recovery after Hurricane Ian has been long, and it’s far from over.

La Ola's 15th Birthday Celebration weekend is Saturday, June 28th and Sunday, June 29th. Owner Thomas Houghton and his team will be celebrating with a dunk tank, giveaways, live music, a live show with Beach Talk Radio, and much more.

Lee County is conducting a study to help understand the potential for increasing risks from coastal flooding, sea level rise, and more intense rainfall and storm events. Take their survey HERE.

The team at The Beach Bar on Fort Myers Beach invited us to a sneak peek at the new Beach Bar being rebuilt on I Street. The project broke ground back in October 2024 and the plan is to open on the 4th of July.  Check out Kim's tour on Facebook HERE

Attention Beach Talk Radio regular monthly supporters. Whether you support us at $5 per month, or $100 per month, you are all now eligible for a very special exclusive Margaritaville room rate that the resort is offering ONLY to you.

Sanibel Captiva Community Bank is accepting school supply donations at its Sanibel branches in partnership with F.I.S.H. of Sanibel-Captiva. All donations collected through Aug. 2 will support students and families who live or work on the islands.

Everyone that comes to Saturday's show at Lah De Dah is eligible to win a free cabana at the Margaritaville pool which includes 6 day passes. Our audience get sinto the restaurant 30 minutes before they open at 10:30. The show goes live at 11AM.

The Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce Water Foundation recently unveiled its new Public Water Quality Monitoring Station at The Mound House on Connecticut Street. The station provides real-time water quality data to the public

As everyone waits to see how many recall petition signatures are validated by the Lee County Elections Office, the Fort Myers Beach Town Council approved a resolution to cover reasonable legal expenses Karen Woodson and John King rack up to fight the recall.