The Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau's (VCB) newsletter is your guide to Hurricane Ian recovery efforts.

'TODAY' show's Al Roker visits Fort Myers Beach

Al Roker of "Today" was live from Fort Myers Beach this morning, meeting with first responders and residents. As part of Roker's "Lend a Hand" series, watch how he brings much-needed help to many people, one month after Hurricane Ian.  

Jerry's Foods reopens on Sanibel 

Watch the ribbon-cutting ceremony from Tuesday, Oct. 25, celebrating the reopening of Jerry's Foods on Sanibel Island. 

Road to Recovery: The Spirit of Fort Myers

In our "Road to Recovery" series, the VCB shines a spotlight on the stories of our industry partners. To be considered for an upcoming video, please contact Miriam Dotson, VCB communications manager, at mdotson@leegov.com.

Local events listing returns to VisitFortMyers.com

Industry partners - Now you can add any upcoming events by logging in to the Industry Portal using your regular credentials. 

Attractions & accommodations open for business included on consumer website 

Please contact Bryelle Benzing, VCB marketing manager, at bbenzing@leegov.com to be included in the consumer website listing at VisitFortMyers.com. Thank you!

Please update the VCB on the status of your business by participating in the following surveys:

Nashville concert Nov. 2 benefits local hospitality workers 

Mainsail raises money for food bank

Team members from Luminary Hotel & Co. in downtown Fort Myers presented a $12,000 check to the Harry Chapin Food Bank on Oct. 23. The donation was raised across five of Mainsail Lodging & Development’s Florida properties.

From left to right: Katie Wendorf, Luminary Hotel & Co.; Richard LeBer, CEO of Harry Chapin Food Bank; Nick Wymore, Luminary Hotel & Co.; Robert “Bobby” Nokley, Luminary Hotel & Co.; and Bob Megazzini, Luminary Hotel & Co.

NEW Shellcast episode: Sanibel Causeway reopens ahead of schedule

Sanibel Mayor Holly Smith and John Lai, president and CEO of Sanibel Captiva Islands Chamber of Commerce, talk about the Oct. 19 reopening of the Sanibel Causeway, restoring access to residents and constructions crews just three weeks after Hurricane Ian. The Causeway’s reopening marks a significant milestone in Lee County’s recovery from the Category 4 hurricane that hit Southwest Florida on Sept. 28. Recorded Oct. 20, 2022