Back in May, the DiamondHead Resort team submitted plans to add 57 rooms to the 121 they now have. On September 8th, the Local Planning Agency will decide whether or not to recommend the Town Council approve or deny the project. [read more]
It was back in February that the owners of The Hideaway Village, at the corner of Estero and Lazy Way submitted plans to rebuild. Along with DiamondHead Resort, this new 30-unit boutique hotel is expected to be on the LPA's May 8th agenda. [read more]
As we’ve reported, the new resort-style Bay Oaks pool and the rebuild of Newton Park, both destroyed by Hurricane Ian, will be paid for using CBDG-DR grant money managed by Lee County. How much money is in that bucket to spend? [read more]
On Tuesday the Lee County Board of Commissioners will vote on whether to purchase 28,358 square feet of land for $1.8 million at 1100 Main Street just before the Matanzas Pass Bridge heading to Fort Myers Beach. [read more]
It's now been 3 weeks since Town Manager Will McKannay put Community Development Director Frankie Kropacek and Community Services Director Jeff Hague on paid administrative leave. As of Thursday afternoon an outside forensic accounting firm has not yet been hired. [read more]
In October Fort Myers Beach south end resident Janell Schoonover is heading back to Kenya for another mission visit. It’s amazing how many of the things we take for granted put big smiles on the faces of kids in this part of the world. Here’s how we can all help. [read more]
Exclusive coverage of the BIG INVESTIGATION, live ribbon-cutting events like the pier, beach walkarounds, Saturday Margaritaville shows, 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]
We always interview politicians, business owners, and muckety mucks. This Saturday it’s all about residents. All guest for the hour live on Fort Myers Beach. How are they doing 4 years later? How do they believe the town is recovering? Join us live at Lah De Dah or watch on our Facebook page. We go live at 11AM. [read more]
Lee County Domestic Animal Services will host a Responsible Pet Ownership Seminar from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, September 12th at the shelter located at 5600 Banner Drive in Fort Myers. [read more]
South Seas will welcome athletes from across the country to Captiva Island on Sept. 27 for the annual South Seas Captiva Island Triathlon, a USA Triathlon sanctioned event and part of the 2026 USA Triathlon State Championship. [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]
All 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. [read more]
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