The Sun Bay Paper Fort Myers Beach

"There is no... sound reason for the United States to continue sacrificing precious lives and treasure in a conflict not directly connected to our safety or other vital national interests." So said William Ruger about Afghanistan, our longest war. What makes…

President Donald Trump shows off a memorandum on protecting Florida, Georgia and South Carolina coastlines from offshore drilling after speaking on the environment at Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum, in Jupiter, Fla

September 19, 2020

Trump Extends Gulf of Mexico Drilling Ban for 10 Years, Expands it to Florida’s Atlantic Coast

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Most expected President Donald Trump on Tuesday to tout his record in allocating the full federal $200 million annual commitment to the 40-year, $10.5 billion Everglades restoration plan for only the second time since Congress approved it in 2000. Instead,…

September 18, 2020

Searching for Reuben

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I moved to SW Florida over 25 years ago from New England, in my youth I worked at a NY Style Deli in Boston, just around the corner from Fenway park... the Kenmore Deli, where I learned among many other things, about Bratwurst, Hot Pastrami and The Reuben…

September 18, 2020

Tiger Woods Opens up 'PopStroke" Golf Entertainment Facility

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Whether you're a golf genius, a passionate putter or just love arguing with competitive siblings - Tiger Woods has got just the thing for you. While juggling his preparation for the US Open next week, the legendary golfer has revealed his plans to open up a…

John Heim (pointing finger) spoke about clean water at last weeks Fort Myers Beach town council meeting, he is the real deal when it comes to our local water, a quick search shows he has been fighting for clean water for most of the past decade!

September 18, 2020

FMB... Town Council report

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The Fort Myers Beach Town Council met at 5:01 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 10, regular meeting as well as the first hearing on the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget. The meeting began with public comment from two gentlemen and a report from Ellyn Bogdanoff, a security risk…

A computer model shows how neighborhoods near the Imperial River in Bonita Springs that are regularly prone to flooding.

September 18, 2020

Florida Legislature Outlines 2021 Sea Level Mitigation Priorities

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Florida does not have the luxury to engage in ideological debates over climate change when it comes to rising sea levels, according to the incoming state Senate president and speaker of the House. “With 1,350 miles of coastline, relatively low elevations, and…

August 07, 2020

Mound House Upcoming Outdoor Nature & Education Events: August 7 to 14

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While COVID-19 forced the closure of many of our region’s family nature-related activities, the Historic Mound House, on Fort Myers Beach at 451 Connecticut Street and on the National Register of Historic Places, still offers several outdoor events for all…

August 07, 2020

What Is the Electoral College? : A closer look at how we Americans elect our president.

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When Americans cast their votes for president, they are in reality directing other people — called electors — to vote for the candidate who receives the most votes in their state. The political party of the winning candidate in each state then sends its…

August 07, 2020

Margaritaville Lawsuit Dropped! FMB’s Town Council’s “Tough Love” Policy Produces Results

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Town of Fort Myers Beach resident Chris Patton, with financial support from the Lani Kai Island Resort, (Robert Conidaris, owner of Lani Kai, told The News-Press last year he would help fund Patton's legal fees.) dropped their latest lawsuit to halt the…

August 07, 2020

New, Earlier, Census Deadline Could Cost Florida Billions In Federal Funding And Third New Congressional Seat

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The U.S. Census Bureau's new deadline to finish the decennial headcount likely ensures census undercounts in Florida that could cost the state billions over the next 10 years and douses its long-shot hopes of picking up a third new congressional seat. The…

August 07, 2020

Pick of the Week: Summerlin Cafe

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I decided to check out a new restaurant that bravely opened up DURING THIS PANDEMIC ... It's called The Summerlin Cafe. I asked if the owners were in and met with John & Nick Drivas, they have been in restaurant business some 30 years, starting and growing up…

July 31, 2020

Biden's Lies for Black (and White-Privilege Guilt) Votes

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"Take a look at my record, man. ... I have a record that is second to none. The NAACP has endorsed me every time I've run." -- Joe Biden, May 22, 2020, on "The Breakfast Club," hosted by Charlamagne tha God. No, the NAACP has not "endorsed" Joe Biden for any…