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for groceries or medications That has meant travelling to either Bonita Springs to the south or north up San Carlos Boulevard, to Summerlin Road or McGregor Boulevard

Fort Myers Beach Vice Mayor Jim Atterholt has been c o n t a c t i n g c o r p o r a t e r e p r e s e n t a t i v e s a t C V S a b o u t reopening since Hurricane Ian

“I started reaching out to various people at CVS shortly after Hurricane Ian struck While the corporate communications have been a bit frustrating, I am very thankful to CVS for committing to Fort Myers Beach with a specific timeline,” Atterholt said “As the only pharmacy on our island, the store is critical to the quality of life of our residents The pharmacist they had before Ian, Ally, was excellent and we look forward to her return As we have many older residents on our island, easy access to a pharmacy and a good pharmacist is a must ”

Atterholt said the town “will work with CVS to help them return as soon as possible ”

Atterholt said the loss of Publix, CVS and 7-Eleven has had an impact on Fort Myers Beach “These companies offer the basic necessities of life and their renewed presence on the island will certainly enhance our quality of life,” he said