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Fort Myers Beach’s temporary use permits expire Sept. 23. Find out who’s affected and how to check your property status.
September marks the third year since Hurricane Ian came along and damaged the Fort Myers Beach Pier. It is still closed with ...
Historic Beach School got a hard one-two from Ian, then Helene and Milton. Fort Myers Beach residents want the school back.
Four boardwalks damaged by Hurricane Ian will be repaired or reconstructed. The majority of funds are allocated to Matanza's Pass Preserve on Fort Myers Beach.
Hurricane Ian destroyed their home. Now the Fort Myers Beach Art Association finally has a new place for their exhibits, art ...
Lee County commissioners approved a contract to repair four hurricane-damaged boardwalks. The year-long project begins in ...
The patches at The Islander: Free therapy for Fort Myers Beach after Hurricane Ian So far, there are about 500 patches on the wall, they estimate. Or maybe 1,000. They haven’t counted them all yet.
Hurricane Ian survivors from Fort Myers Beach are telling their stories in a new NBC documentary series called “Survival Mode.” The episode airs Monday, July 21, and also streams on Peacock.
Rising insurance costs signal the deep impacts of climate change in west Florida as communities grapple with recurring damage and costly recoveries.
The Smokin' Oyster Brewery in Fort Myers Beach has made an inspiring comeback after being devastated by Hurricane Ian. After 15 months of rebuilding, the local favorite celebrated its official ...
The Fort Myers Beach Art Association & Gallery is at 13451 McGregor Blvd., Unit 1, in south Fort Myers. It's open noon to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, but those hours will expand to six days ...