Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of February.
Good morning, Fort Myers.
🏘️ Community
Musician Stephen Clark organized a fundraiser at Wahoo Willie's to aid performer Frank Thomson, recovering from surgery after a Christmas Eve heart attack.
Donations, a silent auction and a tip jar raised over $10,000 to cover his bills and support his return to the beach music scene.
🎓 Education
Several Cape Coral students started the fall semester with academic honors and enrollment milestones, including Charlize Joseph at University of Albany for physics and Challen Lowe on the Dean’s List at Saint Mary’s.
Ceraynny Sanz, Jeron Newson and Tristina Doyle also earned Dean’s List recognition at Bucknell, Carson-Newman and Norwich.
🏈 Sports
The Zimmer Biomet Cape Coral Open opens today at The Courts in Cape Coral and runs through Sunday, Feb.
15. Top Pro Pickleball Association players + local talent will compete in this weeklong tournament.
🎉 Fort Myers Events
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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.
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.
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