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Tuesday, January 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Myers Seafood and Music Festival attracted thousands with its food, music, and crafts, implementing enhanced safety measures. Fox 4
- ➤ Southwest Florida counties are proactively opening shelters and coordinating outreach efforts in anticipation of cold weather to provide refuge for those in need. WGCU
- ➤ Fort Myers and Lee County have initiated a public survey to gather input on improving road safety and reducing accidents. NBC2
- ➤ The Fort Myers Beach Town Council is set to vote on a proposal for a new 40-unit Pink Shell Resort, following a recommendation for denial from the Local Planning Agency due to inconsistencies in building height and unit density calculations. Beach Talk Radio
- ➤ Fort Myers and Lee County have initiated a survey to gauge public opinion on enhancing road safety, following a report citing annual averages of 100 deaths, 600 serious injuries, and over $2 billion in societal crash costs. ABC7
- ➤ Fort Myers addresses its long-standing low water pressure issue by adding 11 new wells, a decision driven by past economic downturns and infrastructure investment delays. WINK News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Orthodox Christians in Fort Myers celebrate Christmas on January 7, preserving traditions including a 43-day fast and a liturgy that extends past midnight, based on the Julian calendar. WGCU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ After a prolonged dispute with the Lee County School District over distance qualifications, Shannan Santiago's children are now able to ride the school bus to San Carlos Park Elementary. WINK News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers invests $7.8 million in a partnership with Oracle to enhance its digital infrastructure for more efficient municipal services and to prepare for the launch of a new .gov website. WINK News
SHOP NEWS
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Fort Myers RV Show: An Indoor Showcase of Adventure Vans and Motorhomes
This free, four-day indoor RV show features a wide range of high-quality adventure vans and motorhomes from major manufacturers.
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Tony Perkins Basketball Regional Championships
The Tony Perkins Basketball Championships is a regional tournament for boys and girls in grades 3rd-8th, taking place in Fort Myers, Florida.
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Candlelight Tribute to Ed Sheeran
Experience a unique candlelight tribute featuring a string quartet performing Ed Sheeran's greatest hits in a beautifully illuminated setting.
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2025 New Year Networking Party
This networking party, hosted by the Tech Alliance of SWFL, features music, food, games, and raffle prizes aimed at bringing together the local tech community to celebrate the new year.
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Florida SouthWestern State College 5k Glow Run
The 2nd annual 5k Glow Run will illuminate the Florida SouthWestern State College campus, providing an engaging and fun experience for participants.
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The Not So Newlywed Game: A Night of Laughter and Insight
Couples will test their knowledge of each other through fun and intimate questions, with prizes for the highest-scoring pair in a comedic setting.
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Onyx Storm Book Release Celebration
The event celebrates the release of Rebecca Yarros’ third book in The Empyrean Series, with limited access for those who purchase a Deluxe Limited Edition.
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Candlelight Concert: The Best of The Beatles
Experience a live performance of The Beatles' music by the Listeso String Quartet in a unique candlelight setting at the Music & Arts Community Center.
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Coldplay
Experience a unique musical tribute to Coldplay performed by the Listeso String Quartet at the Music & Arts Community Center under candlelight.
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17th Annual Fort Myers Metro-McGregor Kiwanis BUG Chase 5K
A community-focused 5K race benefiting local elementary schools through the Kiwanis BUG program aimed at promoting academic achievement.
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