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Fort Myers
Wednesday, January 7th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A nonprofit organization and Christ Community Church are partnering to host a hiring event offering free resume help and one-on-one job coaching. The event will take place Thursday, Jan. 15 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Christ Community Church, 4050 Colonial Blvd. WGCU
- ➤ The 33rd Annual Boston Red Sox Celebrity Classic Event Series will launch with a Boston Tee Party on Feb. 12 and a celebrity golf tournament on Feb. 13 at The Forest Country Club, followed by Dinner on the Diamond on Mar. 10 at JetBlue Park; sponsorship and registration are now open to support services at Golisano Children’s Hospital. Cape Coral Breeze
- ➤ Valerie's House raised $641K at its second annual Sunset Soiree on Jan. 6 to support peer support groups for grieving children and families in Fort Myers—funds will aid programs including Spanish and school services. The nonprofit has helped more than 7,500 children since 2016. The News-Press
- ➤ The Heights Foundation will host its 18th Love Your Neighbor gala on Feb. 1 from 5 to 10 p.m. at The Heights Center in Fort Myers. The event will feature cocktails, gourmet dining by chef Harold Balink, live music, auctions and performances by children from its programs. The News-Press
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ JetBlue announced new year-round routes connecting Fort Lauderdale to Orlando and Dallas and added extra flights to New York, with a new service from Fort Myers to Buffalo starting March 26. The move is part of the airline's larger Florida expansion. The News-Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The cast of 'Grumpy Old Men: The Musical' previewed the show on Tuesday in a studio visit. The musical runs Jan. 8 – 18 at TheatreZone in Naples and offers humor, heartfelt songs, and fresh takes on the classic film. ABC7
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026, harmless red drift algae washed up along Fort Myers Beach and Sanibel, and experts said it gives food and shelter for birds and small marine life (a natural boost for the local ecosystem). The News-Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Big Carlos Pass Bridge was closed for 30 minutes on Tuesday night (8 p.m. to 6 a.m.) as crews set final beams for the new fixed-span project, and it will close again Friday night to help finish the work connecting Fort Myers Beach to Lovers Key State Park. WINK News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cape Coral’s Al’mirian Thomas is named SW Florida’s 2025 Football Defensive Player of the Year, and readers can vote on his pick until Saturday, Jan. 10 at 9 a.m. The News-Press
- ➤ Seacrest's Sonya Kiritsa has been rehabbing an ACL for 15 months and is expected to rejoin the team for the postseason, while ECS's Kellisia Grant remains uncertain after injuring her knee this summer. Both athletes rank among the area's top talents. The News-Press
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Cops n Joggers 5K Family Fun Night
6-12 p.m. — Downtown Jewelry & Watch Company — $30 Adult/$20 Youth — Participate in a family-friendly 5K night race benefiting local heroes with food, music, and activities for all ages.
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2026 Highlander Golf Classic
11 a.m. — Bonita Bay Club — Entry Fee Required — Swing into action at a charity golf event benefiting cancer care and support.
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2026 Gulf Coast Boating & Marine Expo
9 AM–5 PM (Jan 15-17), 9 AM–4 PM (Jan 18) — JetBlue Park — Free entry — Explore versatile boats perfect for the Gulf Coast lifestyle and enjoy exclusive incentives on upgrades.
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2026 Gulf Coast Boating & Marine Expo
9 a.m.–5 p.m. — JetBlue Park — Free entry — Celebrate the Gulf Coast’s boating culture with a range of boats and marine technology.
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Candlelight Concert: Queen vs. ABBA
8:30 p.m. — Music & Arts Community Center - Gulf Coast Symphony — Tickets selling fast — Experience a magical candlelight concert featuring the hits of Queen and ABBA.
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The Creative Collective
7-9 p.m. — Florida Gulf Coast University — Free entry — Gain insights into creating impactful content through a Christ-centered lens with award-winning professionals.
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Yacht Rock Revue Concert
6-9 p.m. — Caloosa Sound Amphitheater — Food concessions available — Drift away to the smooth classic sounds of Yacht Rock with live tunes from the 70s and 80s.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Taylor Swift
6-7:04 p.m. — Music & Arts Community Center - Gulf Coast Symphony — Tickets available — Experience Taylor Swift's music in a captivating candlelit setting.
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Little Women - The Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Players Circle Theater — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the beloved tale brought to life in this epic musical.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Adele
6:00 – 6:59 PM — Florida Repertory Theatre — Check event page for ticket prices — Experience a magical candlelight concert honoring the music of Adele.
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