Good morning, Fort Myers.

Veterans in Fort Myers can access essential food and household support at Hearts and Homes for Veterans on Alicia Street as the nonprofit, led by Dale Spain, serves 250 to 300 veterans monthly + provides additional items like towels and furniture to help families in need.

Water gushed from a ruptured main near Crescent Beach Park on Fort Myers Beach on Friday, Feb.

6, causing delays on southbound Estero Boulevard across from Margaritaville Resort (at a construction site).

Cape Coral singer Ricky Manning revived his career when his breakup song went viral on TikTok last year, earning him a new publishing deal with Electric Feel (Nashville).

He is set to release two EPs in the coming months as he builds on his renewed musical success.

UF/IFAS croc docs, half of whom are women, work nights in the Everglades—capturing alligators for health checks and using drones and thermal cameras to track invasive pythons—to protect native wildlife ahead of International Women and Girls in Science Day on Feb.

11.

On Thursday, Feb. 5, the South Florida Water Management District declared a water shortage warning for Lee and Collier counties as ground water levels fell to the lower 10th percentile.

Residents are urged to cut water use during the ongoing dry season — another three months remain.

Lee County removed most cabbage palm trees from Crescent Beach Family Park last week as part of a $1.3 million redesign approved by town officials.

Only four palms remain & replacement native trees and shrubs will be planted as work continues this fall.

Cape Coral Hospital and Lee Memorial Hospital’s ICUs were honored with the national Beacon Award for Excellence by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, recognizing achievements in patient care, staff engagement + healthy work environments.

Twins spring training starts at Lee Health Sports Complex in Fort Myers under new manager Derek Shelton (following the dismissal of Rocco Baldelli).

The team will begin pitchers and catchers workouts on Feb. 12 and play 18 home games, with events at both the complex and Hammond Stadium.

After Hurricane Ian led to the theft of her late husband’s replica Olympic medals, Lee County resident Cathy received a set of identical replacement medals late last year—medals once used to inspire local students—and now plans to return them to schools.

Livin' It Book Signing

9 PM — Laurel Estates — Free entry — Meet the authors of 'Livin' It' and enjoy refreshments at this engaging book signing event.

North Florida Ospreys vs. Florida Gulf Coast Eagles Men's Basketball

7-11 p.m. — Alico Arena — VIP packages available — Experience college basketball action with flair and excitement at Alico Arena.

The Play That Goes Wrong

7 p.m. — Florida Repertory Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a hilarious night of theatrical mishaps and comedic chaos.

RC Smith Live Comedy Show

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of humor with NYC comedian RC Smith known for his sharp improvisational skills.

The Three Italian Tenors

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Starting at $30 — Experience beloved Italian opera arias and songs with charm and dramatic flair from this sensational new ensemble.

Righteous Brothers Concert

8-10 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — VIP tickets available — Experience the unforgettable harmonies of the Righteous Brothers live on stage.

The Play That Goes Wrong

7 p.m. — Florida Repertory Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the hilarity of a play that goes awry with comedic mishaps and unexpected surprises.

4th Annual SW Florida Ft. Myers Taste of Latino Festival 2026

12-5 p.m. — Centennial Park — Free entry — Celebrate Hispanic heritage with live music, food contests, and top Latino chefs.

AWS Certified Machine Learning Training

Full day sessions — She The People Tactical Solutions LLC — $2100 — Gain hands-on experience in AWS Certified Machine Learning skills.

Soup Kitchen Benefit

5:30-9 p.m. — Sam Galloway Ford, Inc. — Tickets on sale — Support the fight against hunger and homelessness at this annual charity event.