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Fort Myers
Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Collectors and families are enjoying the Southwest Florida Card Show at the Caloosa Sound Convention Center in downtown, which started this morning. The two-and-a-half-day event features 300+ tables showcasing trading cards from Pokémon to sports. WINK News
- ➤ What's Up FMB has launched a community fundraising event with the Town for the annual 'Red, White, and Beach' Fourth of July fireworks and parade. A $25,000 lead donation + a $44,000 donated barge help cover the $129,000 cost, with extra funds reserved for future festivities. ABC7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ North Fort Myers' iconic Shell Factory, which operated for over 80 years and welcomed over 500,000 visitors annually, closed in late September 2024 and rehomed its 400 animals to facilities in Florida, Alabama and Michigan. The News-Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday night, the NFF Collier Banquet awarded $137,000 in scholarships to 13 local athletes (more than doubled last year's $56,500) to help support their education. The News-Press
- ➤ Florida SouthWestern State College recorded its highest fall enrollment in five years in 2025 and added $563.1 million to the local economy while preparing students for high-demand careers; the college offers programs in health care, technology + cybersecurity to meet local workforce needs. The News-Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lee Health clarified that DOH-Lee’s measles report from late January pertains to a student from Ave Maria University’s outbreak — 20 confirmed cases — and noted that no physical cases have been seen in the local system. ABC7
- ➤ Kids’ Minds Matter expanded pediatric mental health services yesterday — opening a new Golisano Children’s Hospital Pediatric Behavioral Health clinic at Bimini Square in Cape Coral and adding eight new providers to meet rising care needs in Southwest Florida. The News-Press
- ➤ Bonita Springs community leader Debi Braendle, 72, urgently seeks a living kidney donor as her stage five kidney disease leaves her days away from needing dialysis+ she hopes her 'Are You My Type?' campaign connects her with a donor who has blood type B or a compatible match. WINK News
- ➤ Reporter Liz Freeman revisited her 2025 pet therapy feature that showed how therapy dogs help comfort elderly patients and children in Southwest Florida. The story revealed that the dogs’ intuitive care + warm interactions resonated with local pet volunteers and dog lovers. The News-Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ North Fort Myers boys basketball team won its first district title in 41 years with a 62-61 victory over Cape Coral on Saturday, Feb. 7. The News-Press
- ➤ Southwest Florida native George McNeill, a 1993 North Fort Myers High School graduate, will make his Champions Tour debut at the 2026 Chubb Classic (Feb. 13-15) at Tiburón Golf Club's Black Course in Naples as he joins an 78-player field competing for a share of a $1.8 million purse. The News-Press
- ➤ At Saturday night's NFF Collier banquet at the Hilton Naples, $137,000 in scholarships was distributed to local football players, more than double last year's amount, with Gulf Coast's Javien Altine honored with the top award and Immokalee's Chris Germinal recognized for excellence. The News-Press
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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.
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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.
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The Play That Goes Wrong
7 p.m. — Florida Repertory Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a hilarious night of theatrical mishaps and comedic chaos.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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