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Pink Shell Approved For New Resort
In January, the Fort Myers Beach Town Council gave owners of The Pink Shell the first of 2 yes votes needed to build a new 6-story 40-room boutique hotel across from the big resort. On Monday, they received the second yes vote needed to move forward.
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Suzie Q’s Gets 6 Month Extension
On Monday, the Fort Myers Beach Town Council extended Suzie Bahan’s permit to operate a food truck and serve alcohol at 163 Old San Carlos Blvd. That permit comes up for review every 6 months.
Art Association Fundraiser Raises Over $12K
Last week the Fort Myers Beach Art Association raised $12,737 during an auction fundraising event at Clive Daniel in Fort Myers. The Art Association lost their building on the beach during Hurricane Ian and they are raising funds for a new building.
Come See A Slew of Classic Cars on The Beach
Beach Talk Radio, Smokin’ Oyster Brewery and Mango Rita’s are hosting a classic car show on Sunday, February 16th from 9:30AM to Noon in the parking lot across from the S.O.B. The event is free and open to the public
Santini Market Tuesday Market Begins Today
The first Tuesday Santini Farmers Market since Ian will be held today from 9AM to 1PM. This market is also open on Thursdays through the end of April.
Did You See Our Karen Woodson Interview Sunday
Fort Myers Beach Town Council Member Karen Woodson was our Sunday show guest at Wahoo Willie's. We covered everything from her Seagate vote, the current mood of the community and whether or not she's been getting death threats. CLICK HERE to watch the replay.
John King Joins The Sunday Show
As we continue to rotate the Sunday hot seat chair to all Fort Myers Beach Town Council members, John King is our guest this Sunday at 10AM at Wahoo Willie’s. Vice Mayor Jim Atterholt joins the program on Sunday, February 16th. The restaurant opens for breakfast at 9AM.
Help Us Help The Woman’s Club Rebuild
Wherever you are in our vast reading and viewing audience you can be a part of Fort Myers Beach history forever. Support the Fort Myers Beach Woman's Club rebuild by uploading your favorite pet picture on the mosaic wall in the Yellow Army Lounge.
Fire District Community Forum is February 19th
The Fort Myers Beach and Iona McGregor Fire Control Districts are conducting a study to determine whether a merger of the two districts would be beneficial to taxpayers. A community forum is being held on the issue, February 19th, 5PM at Margaritaville.
Town Hires New Floodplain Manager
Former Marco Island Floodplain Administrator Kelli DeFedericis has been hired by the Fort Myers Beach as Floodplain Manager. If you’re planning to rebuild and need an understanding of the Florida Building Code, contact Kelli at KDeFedericis@fmbgov.com
A Few Pageant Spots Are Still Open
The Fort Myers Beach Lions Club has a few remaining openings for girls/ladies between the ages 15 to 20 years old who are willing to be princesses in the 2025 Lions Club Shrimp Festival.
Ding Darling To Conduct Prescribed Burns on Sanibel
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service plans to conduct prescribed burns in one or more locations within the JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel between February and September.