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Friday, January 24th, 2025

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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Lee County Government collaborates with partner agencies for cold-weather outreach, offering resources like shelter and warming stations to support the community during low temperature periods.  WINK News

CRIME NEWS

  • A Fort Myers man was arrested by the Florida Highway Patrol for reckless driving and possessing illegal substances after attempting to flee.  WINK News

ECONOMY NEWS

  • A shopper at a Lehigh Acres Publix in Southwest Florida won $1 million from a Mega Millions ticket, with the major jackpot going to Arizona.  The News-Press
  • The last piece of farmland on Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers, was sold for $19.97 million to The Residential Group for development into apartments, marking an end to the area's agricultural era.  WINK News

HEALTH NEWS

  • The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert due to red tide at Turner Beach, advising the public to exercise caution and follow safety guidelines.  WINK News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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  • BTS Cruise In Car Meet

    Held on the fourth Sunday of every month, this event welcomes all car enthusiasts for a community gathering featuring a raffle and complimentary refreshments.

    Sun, 1/26/25

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  • 40th Anniversary Celebration of SWFL Chapter of FPRA

    The SWFL Chapter of FPRA will commemorate its 40-year history with a celebratory event featuring live music, awards, and a journey through the evolution of public relations.

    Mon, 1/27/25

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  • Fleetwood Mach: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

    Experience an evening dedicated to the iconic music of Fleetwood Mac with all their greatest hits performed live.

    Thu, 1/30/25

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  • Annual Community Shred Day to Support United Way

    The event offers a secure opportunity to shred sensitive documents while encouraging donations to the United Way, providing a community service and benefitting local charity efforts.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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  • 5th Annual Run for The Youth 5K

    The event is a 5K run taking place at Lakes Regional Park to support the Sheriff's Youth Activities League in Lee County, Florida.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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  • Acoustic Rushmore Tribute by Anton Doran

    Experience an evening of classic hits with tributes to James Taylor and songs from America at Ter-Tini's in Fort Myers.

    Sun, 2/2/25

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  • Elf the Musical Jr - A Homeschool Production

    This musical follows Buddy, a young orphan raised at the North Pole, as he journeys to New York City to find his birth father and share the true spirit of Christmas.

    Mon, 2/3/25

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  • Kim Weitkamp - Storytelling Performance

    Award-winning storyteller Kim Weitkamp shares her high-energy and heartfelt artistry through performance at the FGCU Art Galleries.

    Tue, 2/4/25

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  • Kim Weitkamp: Exploring Compassion and Kindness Through Storytelling

    Award-winning storyteller Kim Weitkamp shares her journey and the transformative power of storytelling in a heartfelt performance at FGCU Art Galleries.

    Wed, 2/5/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The master has failed more times than the beginner has even tried.

~ Stephen McCranie

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