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Fort Myers
Saturday, January 25th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A celebration of life for Calusa Waterkeeper Captain Codty Pierce, an environmental leader with a strong community impact, will be held at Broadway Palm Dinner Theater in Fort Myers. NBC2
- ➤ After the closure of The Shell Factory & Nature Park, its animals were rehomed to various venues in Southwest Florida, ensuring they continue to be cared for and can still be visited by the public. The News-Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A South Fort Myers woman, Linda Kittilsen, is sought for a probation breach after failing a drug test, marking her latest in a series of legal issues dating back to 1996. NBC2
- ➤ A Fort Myers man, Darius Rutledge, is sought by authorities for probation violation related to prior grand theft and burglary convictions after failing to appear for a drug test. NBC2
- ➤ Brandon Stepherson, a Miami native, is sought by authorities for violating his probation after serving time for a bank robbery and burglary in Fort Myers. NBC2
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ After 32 years, Bill Taylor, theater director and founder of Theatre Conspiracy, announces the company's departure from Fort Myers’ Alliance for the Arts, with a farewell season planned in Southwest Florida before moving to North Carolina. The News-Press
- ➤ 'Grandma's Murder Club,' a dark comedy about three grandmothers entangled in a comedic murder scenario, is currently playing at the Cultural Park Theatre Company in Cape Coral until Feb. 2. ABC7
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Exploring five unique non-alcoholic bars for Dry January and beyond, these establishments provide a variety of kava, kratom mocktails, and other sober social experiences across Southwest Florida. The News-Press
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Steve Miller and Doobie Brothers Tribute Concert
Enjoy an evening featuring classic hits from Steve Miller and The Doobie Brothers in a tribute show at Ter-Tini's.
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