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New design revealed for Lynn Hall Memorial Park on Fort Myers Beach

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New design revealed for Lynn Hall Memorial Park on Fort Myers Beach

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Lynn Hall Park on Fort Myers Beach remains partially rebuilt more than two and a half years after Hurricane Ian devastated the island.Watch as Fort Myers Beach Community Correspondent Anvar Ruziev gets visitor feedback about the proposed design: New design revealed for Lynn Hall Park on Fort Myers BeachThe park is still in the design phase, which only began in April 2024 at a cost of $579,801, according to the county.Last week, the first renderi…Read Article

Fort Myers Beach uses AI to visualize future development in comprehensive plan

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Fort Myers Beach uses AI to visualize future development in comprehensive plan

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Fort Myers Beach is racing against the clock to submit an updated comprehensive plan to the state by December, outlining how the island will grow, rebuild and preserve its character. To help visualize that future, consultants are using artificial intelligence to create images based on public input.Watch as Fort Myers Beach Community Correspondent Anvar Ruziev takes the AI images to Times Square: Fort Myers Beach uses AI to visualize future devel…See the Story

'Survival Mode' Preview: What's It About and When Does It Air

NBCUniversal · Fort Myers Beach

'Survival Mode' Preview: What's It About and When Does It Air

Survival Mode Poster (Photo by: NBCUniversal) NBC News Studios’ new documentary series Survival Mode focuses on survivors of devastating disasters. The nine-episode season premieres on July 7, 2025, with new episodes airing on Mondays at 10pm ET/PT on NBC. Chris Cassel, Liz Cole, Elizabeth Fischer, Andy Berg, and Molly O’Brien executive produce the series which examines survivors of the Maui wildfires, Hurricane Ian, and Superstorm Sandy. The se…Read Article

Fla. FD eliminates battalion chief positions despite opposition from firefighters

As part of a restructuring plan, three Fort Myers Beach battalion chief positions will be cut, prompting warnings about leadership gaps on emergency scenesFort Myers Beach · Fort Myers Beach Read Article

Town Council backs Fort Myers Beach parents in saving beach elementary school

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Fort Myers Beach Town Council is stepping in to push the Lee County School District to reopen the town's elementary school, which has been closed for nearly eight months.Watch as Fort Myers Beach Community Correspondent Anvar Ruziev speaks with a parents about the closure: Town Council backs Fort Myers Beach parents in saving beach elementary schoolAt an emergency meeting Wednesday, dozens of people packed the council chambers to fight for what …Fort Myers Beach · Fort Myers Beach See the Story

Jennifer Lopez Pioneers Bold New Fashion Trend & Lane Kiffin Finds His Soulmate (Again)

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Anyone else struggling to function today?I guess it's normal to drag a little bit after a long weekend. But when I opened my eyes this morning, I wasn't entirely sure what planet I was on.See, I spent the past week drowning in rum drinks, stuffing my face with seafood and baking in the sun at Margaritaville in Fort Myers Beach. In case you missed my Nightcaps last week, my mom and a family friend planned a last-minute girls' trip to the resort a…Fort Myers Beach · Fort Myers Beach Read Article

WITHDRAWN: Developers pull Times Square hotel proposal after council pushback

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Developers have withdrawn their application for a three-story hotel with a rooftop restaurant in Fort Myers Beach's Times Square after facing unanimous opposition from town council members.Fort Myers Beach Community Correspondent Anvar Ruziev has been covering this parcel for years. Watch as he speaks with council members about the project's withdrawal: Fort Myers Beach developers withdraw Times Square hotel proposal after council pushbackThe pr…Fort Myers Beach · Fort Myers Beach Read Article

3 CT businesses recognized for inspiring comebacks after disaster

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Three Connecticut businesses are no stranger to inspiring comebacks. A poll of 3,104 respondents by MarketBeat.com looked to find the most inspiring small businesses in the U.S.: “businesses that didn’t just survive fires, floods, recessions, and tornadoes, but rebuilt, reinvented, and reopened to the unwavering support of their communities.” Amongst the myriad of businesses to make the list were three from the Nutmeg state, according to MarketB…Fort Myers Beach · Fort Myers Beach Read Article

Two new developments planned for Fort Myers Beach

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Fort Myers Beach is seeing more rebuilding activity as plans move forward for a popular beachfront restaurant and a timeshare resort that owners have been waiting to return to.Watch as Fort Myers Beach Community Correspondent Anvar Ruziev breaks down the details of the new developments: Two new developments planned for Fort Myers BeachNearly 4,000 people owned timeshares at Estero Island Beach Club before Hurricane Ian. They used to visit their …Fort Myers Beach · Fort Myers Beach Read Article

London Bay hits pause on Outrigger plans for Fort Myers Beach

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Fort Myers Beach residents are questioning the lack of progress on a $200+ million resort project planned to replace the former Outrigger Resort, which was a popular local gathering spot.Hear from Fort Myers Beach Community Correspondent Anvar Ruziev and Estero Island neighbors about the paused project: London Bay hits pause on Outrigger plans for Fort Myers BeachThe London Bay Development Group has paused the project while they review comments …Fort Myers Beach · Fort Myers Beach Read Article

I Took a Learn-to-Sail Trip with My Son – Here’s Why We Need More One-on-One Adventures

COURTESY OF RONNIE KOENIG In the day-to-day busyness of life, it’s often hard to give your child the full attention they deserve, especially if there are siblings in the household. Kids can often feel like they don’t get the one-on-one time they want and need with you, and as a mom of twins (one who has autism) I feel this in my soul. COURTESY OF RONNIE KOENIG While my 13-year-old son and I have a great relationship, our conversations are often …Fort Myers Beach · Fort Myers Beach Read Article