That’s what Town Manager Will McKannay is digging into and a 3rd party independent firm has now been hired by the town to help McKannay with the investigation. Once that investigation is complete, taxpayers will know if anything went afoul with their money. Here’s what we know… [read more]
Lee County has owned what is known as the Seafarer’s Lot, in front of Margaritaville, since purchasing the property for $900,000 in 2010. After knocking down the empty mall building in 2011, the property has been unused due to funding. That’s about to change. [read more]
It was back in October of 2025, to much fanfare, that pictures of a new Catholic Church were revealed to the public with high hopes to rebuild at 6025 Estero Boulevard on Fort Myers Beach. Those plans have been scrapped. [read more]
Graham and Meagan Belger own The Goodz on Fort Myers Beach. Hurricane Ian destroyed their popular store on Estero Boulevard. Tomorrow they will put the first shovels in the ground igniting a long awaited rebuild. Beach Talk Radio will be there to broadcast the event live. [read more]
The Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce has announced The 36th Annual American Sand Sculpting Championships will be November 19th–23rd at DiamondHead Resort on Fort Myers Beach. [read more]
JWB Grill at Margaritaville, Coste Island Cuisine at DiamondHead, and Pinchers will be part of SizzleDining.com’s September promotion to raise money for Blessings in a Backpack SWFL. [read more]
Live ribbon-cutting events, beach walkaround updates, exclusive interviews, and Sunday's With The Mayor. If you see value in what we do to keep you up to date about your slice of paradise, consider supporting us with a cup of coffee HERE. [read more]
The 2026 Salty Sam’s Pirate Festival is taking over Fort Myers Beach on Saturday, September 19th from 11AM–5PM — and it all happens on International Talk Like a Pirate Day. [read more]
Seth Haskin is 25 years old and he’s running for District 19. Haskin is our 11AM guest at Lah De Dah Saturday. At 11:30, Kilwins franchisee Justin Huttie and Tri-Town CEO Marc DeVisse. Kilwins is coming back to Fort Myers Beach. [read more]
Lovers Key State Park has released its September program schedule which includes what public events are happening, how much they cost, how to sign up, and descriptions of the events. [read more]
With the beginning of the new school year, the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium has increased its staff, transportation, and supplies capacity to educate more K-12 students through its field trip and Mollusks on the Move mobile outreach program. [read more]
This new short sleeve white has a picture of the pier on the front with Fort Myers Beach celebrating 30 years and America 250 on the back. On the sleeves a small microphone BTR logo. ORDER HERE [read more]
All of our mens and ladies tank tops are $10.00 through the end of August and while supplies last. And, we're including a FREE dog bandana with every tank top purchase. You Buy Today - We Ship Today. MENS / LADIES [read more]
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