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Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Southwest Florida community theaters have a packed week with three new shows opening including Sweeney Todd at Cultural Park Theatre on Jan. 23, while seven shows close and 16 continue their runs + one limited engagement rounds out the schedule for local audiences. WGCU
- ➤ The National Shell Museum on Sanibel launches Third Thursdays – a new evening program with exhibits, live music, talks and crafts for all ages on every third Thursday starting in February. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children, with free entry for members and kids under 5. Beach Talk Radio
- ➤ Amateur photographers can submit digital photos of native species for the Friends of Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve 2026 Photo Contest (honoring Carolyn Babb) by Jan. 31. The contest accepts entries only from those capturing images at the preserve. Florida Weekly
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents of unincorporated Lee County must water lawns only one day per week from Feb. 1 through May to conserve water; odd-numbered addresses water on Saturdays and even-numbered addresses water on Sundays — watering is prohibited from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. WGCU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lee County Sheriff’s Office is launching a new partnership with Family Initiative Incorporated through licensed clinical professionals (and Golden Paws Crisis Care canine teams) to help deputies respond to calls involving individuals with developmental disabilities, while families can enroll members in a Special Persons Registry at any substation. Fox 4
- ➤ Fort Myers City Council awarded $356,000 on Tuesday to Indianapolis-based Card and Associates to study redevelopment options for City of Palms Park, the former spring training site for the Red Sox. The study could lead to eventual demolition, but no date is set. WGCU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Florida couple sued an IVF clinic after genetic testing showed their daughter, born Dec. 11, did not share their DNA. They ask the Palm Beach County Circuit Court to require the clinic to notify patients + offer free genetic tests for anyone conceived via its services. ABC7
- ➤ Seniors Blue Book hosts two symposiums to help seniors age well, with the Preparing for Aging Symposium held today from 8 a.m. to noon at St. John Evangelist Church in Naples and a Tuesday, Feb. 24 event from 8 a.m. to noon at Gulf Coast Church in Fort Myers. Florida Weekly
- ➤ The Red Cross announced a severe blood shortage linked to a flu outbreak and harsh winter weather, causing cancelled drives and low supplies of critical blood types. Lee Health urges donations while NCH holds drives Friday & Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. at Sembler Plaza in Naples. WINK News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Cielo Restaurant in Sanibel offers elevated farm-to-table dining in a refined setting where guests can enjoy dishes like Oishii Shrimp Livornese and fried Manchego cheese while sipping craft cocktails—an experience that blends sophistication and innovation. Florida Weekly
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Michigan State grad Brooke Biermann has moved to Naples to prepare for her final amateur golf event before turning pro at Augusta National Women’s Amateur in April & will join a full Epson tour schedule, supported by her family. WINK News
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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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Little Women - The Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Players Circle Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beloved story of sisterhood and dreams through music and song.
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Million Dollar Quartet Performance
2-3 p.m. — Music & Arts Community Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary jam session of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins.
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Little Women - The Musical
3-6 p.m. — Players Circle Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an epic musical adaptation of a beloved classic with showstopping melodies.
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Little Women - The Musical
3-6 p.m. — Players Circle Theater — Ticketed event — Experience the beloved tale of sisterhood through stunning melodies and uplifting performances.
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Jay Moreno Comedy Show
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Tickets required — Experience the animated and witty humor of Puerto Rican comedian Jay Moreno.
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Dave Landau Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of sharp wit and humor from comedian Dave Landau.
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Alex Lopez CD Release Party Featuring Champ Jaxon
7-9 p.m. — Fort Myers Theatre — Tickets available — Celebrate the new blues/rock album 'Retro Revival' with a high-energy performance from Alex Lopez and special guest Champ Jaxon.
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