🌱 Why new homes now cost less than older ones in Lee County

Greetings Fort Myers Beach! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• Why new homes now cost less than older ones in Lee County

Also on today's calendar: JWB Wine Experience: An Evening with J. Lohr Vineyards and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: What's black, white, and blue? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 88 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 84, low: 75.
• Thursday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 86 and low of 73 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

• Southwest Florida's 2026 home price gap puts it at No. 1 again in America (naplesnews.com) — New home prices across Lee County are now lower than many existing homes, and that trend includes a fresh wave of post–Hurricane Ian construction on Fort Myers Beach. A new Realtor.com report ranks the Cape Coral–Fort Myers metro No. 1 nationwide for having cheaper new builds than resales, highlighting how suburban-style development and lingering high resale prices are reshaping affordability for local buyers.
   

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📸 Around Fort Myers Beach

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Fort Myers Beach

Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!

Tuesday May 12

• FGCU Baseball vs Florida Atlantic - Tuesday Triple Play →
  Swanson Stadium Fort Myers, Fla.,
  6:30 pm
• FGCU Baseball vs Florida Atlantic - Mid-Week Music Bingo - Country Craziness →
  Swanson Stadium Fort Myers, Fla.,
  6:30 pm

Thursday May 14

• JWB Wine Experience: An Evening with J. Lohr Vineyards →
  JWB Grill, 1170 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach
  6:30 pm

Sunday May 17

• Concert Series - Simpli-Fi 4:00-7:00 PM →
  Bayside Veterans Park - Fort Myers Beach FL 33931

Thursday May 21

• Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Hearings →
  Fort Myers Beach Calendar, Town Hall - Council Chambers 6231 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach
  9:00 am

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📣 Fort Myers Beach Shout Outs!

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday May 12

• Local Planning Agency 9:00 AM →
  Town Hall - Council Chambers, 6231 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers B
  9:00 am
• Drop In with Terry Lynn (All Levels)
  Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers
  9:30 am
• Painting with Terry Lynn AM, PM and Evening (All Levels)
  Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers
  9:30 am
• Group Ukulele Lessons
  Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers
  3:00 pm
• Zentangle for the Seasons
  Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers
  6:00 pm

Wednesday May 13

• Fine Art Acrylics with Marilyn Hedlund
  Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers
  9:30 am
• AAC and MERTF Joint Meeting 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM →
  Town Hall - Council Chambers, 6231 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers B
  10:00 am

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Sam's Club posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Fort Myers Beach. Apply here.
• ABC Fine Wine & Spirits posted a job opening for Team Member in Fort Myers Beach. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fort Myers Beach here.

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🗞 Nearby News

Estero

• 'See ya later this year!': Country star announces Florida tour stops (news-press.com)
• VOTE: 22 up for May 4-9 SW FL Girls Athlete of the Week by MY Shower Door (news-press.com)
• Brad Paisley Debuts Nostalgic '90s Love Song With 'Never-Ending' Project Underway — What To Know (iheart.com)

Bonita Springs

• Iran War, A Fuel Additive for the Great Reset (josephsansone.com)
• 13 Dog-Friendly Beaches Every Florida Pet Parent Needs To Know (everafterinthewoods.com)

Sanibel

• Carol Ann Zuverink (927thevan.com)

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Ok Fort Myers Beach! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A sad zebra (Thank you Mary K. for sending it in!)
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