| | Chamber hosts United Nations-themed Tapa Hop September 19, 2018 It’s time to hop aboard a trolley and carouse around Fort Myers Beach. The Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce will host the 16th Annual Tapa Hop, Thursday, Sept. 20. more »»  Community News Chamber hosts United Nations-themed Tapa Hop September 19, 2018 It’s time to hop aboard a trolley and carouse around Fort Myers Beach. The Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce will host the 16th Annual Tapa Hop, Thursday, Sept. 20. more »» Safe seafood: Properly sourced products are fine to consume September 19, 2018 Red tide, blue-green algae, fish kills in the thousands. What’s happening in Southwest Florida waters has taken a toll on the region’s tourism, economy and ecosystem. more »» 11th annual SWFL Peace Day set for Sept. 23 September 19, 2018 The 11th annual SWFL Peace Day (formerly Peace Day in the Park), a grassroots community event, is set for Sunday, Sept 23, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. more »» Red tide brings red ink: Losses in the millions September 19, 2018 The trickle-down effect of the blue-green algae and red tide events has moved through Southwest Florida businesses just as water releases have moved down the Caloosahatchee. more »» Ostego Bay Marine Science Center to hold open house for National Estuary Week September 19, 2018 Now celebrating its 30th anniversary, National Estuaries Week (NEW) is a nationwide celebration of our bays and estuaries and the many benefits they provide to us al. more »» News from around the region Ecological Labs holds presentation on canal test project September 21, 2018 Ecological Laboratories Inc. (ELI) held an in-depth presentation on their Cabot Canal test project for the public at the VFW Post 8463 Thursday night. more »»  Governor appoints Marceno Lee County Sheriff September 21, 2018 Gov. Rick Scott has appointed Carmine Marceno Jr. as sheriff in the Lee County Sheriff’s Office to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Sheriff Mike Scott on Sept. 24. more »» LCEC greenlights Cape franchise agreement September 20, 2018 A new franchise agreement between the city of Cape Coral and its utility services provider got the first of two required approvals Thursday. more »» Motorists won’t have to pay Sanibel Causeway toll 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday September 20, 2018 Motorists who cross the Sanibel Causeway between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, and Sunday, Sept. 23, will not have to pay a toll. more »» Water district nixes mayors’ new Lake O discharges bid September 20, 2018 Lee County estuaries still may not get enough fresh water when it is needed and, perhaps worse, will continue to get way too much when it rains. more »» Arts & Entertainment Chamber hosts United Nations-themed Tapa Hop September 19, 2018 It’s time to hop aboard a trolley and carouse around Fort Myers Beach. The Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce will host the 16th Annual Tapa Hop, Thursday, Sept. 20. more »» 11th annual SWFL Peace Day set for Sept. 23 September 19, 2018 The 11th annual SWFL Peace Day (formerly Peace Day in the Park), a grassroots community event, is set for Sunday, Sept 23, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. more »» Tickets still available for Tapa Hop September 19, 2018 Tickets are still available for the 13th annual Tapa Hop, an event that showcases seven Fort Myers Beach restaurants by trolley transportation. more »»  Sean Paul makes exclusive appearance September 19, 2018 It's a beautiful, sunny day on the shores of Gulf waters. Outside of his balcony, looking over Fort Myers Beach, he's plotting. Planning the next move is always important, but even more so for hi. more »»  Rap-Reggae legend to make special appearance at Lani Kai Thursday September 12, 2018 The Lani Kai Island Resort will be turning up the temperature this Thursday, Sept. more »» Business Chamber hosts United Nations-themed Tapa Hop September 19, 2018 It’s time to hop aboard a trolley and carouse around Fort Myers Beach. The Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce will host the 16th Annual Tapa Hop, Thursday, Sept. 20. more »»  Ground finally broken for Gulf Star Marina on Fort Myers Beach September 12, 2018 Ground was broken on Gulf Star Marina at 708 Fisherman’s Wharf, a boat storage facility on Fort Myers Beach welcomed by area boaters. more »» Hearing on Bay Harbour concludes September 12, 2018 It took three days spread out over more than a month, but the hearing examiner finally hit the gavel on the proposed Bay Harbour development Monday. more »»  Chamber launches “Tip the Bill” challenge August 21, 2018 In an effort to help the bartenders and waitstaff at local establishments, the Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce is launching a community challenge to #tipthebill. more »»  Parrot Key Caribbean Grill turns cocktail into a fundraiser August 8, 2018 While the community reeled from the devastating images of the marine life washing up on shore, Parrot Key Caribbean Grill had an idea. They decided to do something. more »» Obituaries Lyle H Dumers September 21, 2018 Lyle H Dumers April 9, 1932 September 16, 2018 Lyle is known to his family and friends for his love of sports and for his unfailing competitive spirit. more »» Lyle H Dumers September 18, 2018 Lyle H. Dumers, 86, of fort Myers Beach, FL passed away on September 16, 2018. Arrangements entrusted to Fuller Metz Cremation and Funeral Service. www.fullermetz. more »» Julia Murac September 12, 2018 Julia Murac, 79, of Fort Myers Beach, FL, passed away September 11, 2018. Harvey-Engelhardt Funeral and Cremation Services are handling the arrangements. more »» Chester Irwin Cumberland September 5, 2018 Chester Irwin Cumberland, 84, of Fort Myers, FL passed away on August 31, 2018. Arrangements are by Coral Ridge Funeral Home, Cemetery and Cremation Services, Cape Coral. Please visit www. more »»  Ellen L. Pritchard August 23, 2018 It is with great sadness that the family of long time Lee County resident, Ellen L. Pritchard (affectionately known as "Mom-Mom") announces her passing peacefully at home on August 17t. more »» Local Columns At the Library: Look to the library for books and activities September 12, 2018 The week’s events: - Wednesday, Sept. 12 at 10:30 a.m.. Preschool Story Hour in Children’s area. - Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. Gems and Their Stories - Monday, Sept, 17, 1:30 p.m. Hummels in 2018. more »» September’s Shoreline Spotlight September 12, 2018 Red, brown and neon green – not exactly the colors one has in mind when dreaming of coastal Florida. more »»  From the Fire Chief September 5, 2018 Hello Fort Myers Beach, San Carlos Island and surrounding areas! Recently we have found that most of our community is aware of the core services provided by the Fort Myers Beach Fire Department in... more »»  August's Shoreline Spotlight August 1, 2018 Go Native! Replanting Florida Friendly Estero Boulevard and side streets are almost halfway done with much-needed drainage and safety improvement. more »» July's Shoreline Spotlight July 11, 2018 It got the point where the confinement was unbearable. She had to break out. She worked at her constraints, struggling to free herself. more »» Letters to the Editor Guest Commentary: Sea-level rise must be taken seriously September 19, 2018 We, a United States Representative and a scientist from our regional state university, have come together to acknowledge that sea-level rise is an urgent problem for our community, but one that we... more »» Enough is enough September 19, 2018 To the editor: The law of the land… easy enough to follow since it’s in print in our Town’s Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Code, written when Fort Myers Beach voted to incorporate after the... more »» Let smaller voices be heard September 19, 2018 To the editor: I am a veteran. I took an oath to protect America and each person’s individual rights even if that meant the loss of my own life. more »» Put the community first; please withdraw lawsuit September 19, 2018 To the editor: I sent a personalized version of this plea directly to Ms. more »» Beach residents thrown under the bus September 19, 2018 To the editor: As a resident of Primo Drive, I agree with Chris Patton. I have voiced my opinion at the meetings and written letters to the newspapers. I feel we were thrown under the bus. more »» Editorials Fort Myers Beach is changing — and not just because of TPI-FMB April 25, 2018 In an emotionally-charged roll-call, the Town Council voted to send the TPI-FMB project to its second hearing, supporting the project with its negotiated change. more »» NFIP authorization expires in September June 14, 2017 The current authorization of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is set to expire on September 30. Flood insurance rates have been rising since 2013 and will continue to increas. more »» County Commissioner Larry Kiker — Big Carlos Pass dredging is important December 13, 2016 Boating is an important part of our way of life and an economic driver for Lee County and all of Southwest Florida. Making sure that boaters can enjoy our local waterways safely is critical. more »» General Election recommendations October 21, 2016 Mail ballots have gone out and early voting for the Nov. 8 General Election begins Monday. more »» Vote YES for 20/20 October 14, 2016 The first wave of mail ballots are out and there is an urgent local issue all voters will want to take note of as they choose among candidates and ballot initiative. more »» Local Sports & Recreation Rugby tournament set for Aug. 4 at Junkanoo July 25, 2018 Back by popular demand, the 16th Annual Beerfoot Beach 7’s Rugby Tournament is almost here. This year, Florida’s favorite beach rugby tournament is on Saturday, Aug. more »» Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce to hold golf tourney June 8 June 6, 2018 Grab your favorite driver "fore" the Swing into Summer Golf Tournament, to be presented by the Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce. Chart a "course" for Bonita Springs Friday, June 8, from 8 a.. more »» Bay Oaks to host bicycle safety event May 16, 2018 In celebration of National Bike Month — and the popularity of bike riding on Fort Myers Beach — the Bay Oaks Recreational Campus staff will host a safety event Saturday, May 26. more »» Chamber tees up big fun with annual ‘Mini’ Masters Golf Tournament April 19 April 11, 2018 The Masters in Augusta, Georgia might be over, but the golfing fun on Fort Myers Beach is just about ready to tee up. more »»  Caloosahatchee Marching and Chowder Society presents 52nd annual Summerset Regatta this weekend October 5, 2017 There will be parties, happy-hour events, great prizes, and lots of boat — just as there has always been since the 1960s. more »» |     What's HotMost Commented Have a car problem? Ask LarryMay 29, 2012 A person is having dinner in a restaurant with his family when another patron approaches his table and with a hand on his shoulder says, “You know, I’m having the same trouble I had before. more » Latest BlogsMahjong club shows some tiles 09-24 Mahjong club shows some tiles The Purple Dragon Mahjong Club that plays at the Island Plaza Shopping Center, 15675-1 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, is having the following events open to the public. more »
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