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Fort Myers
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lee County Legal Aid Society will host its free legal clinic, Law at Beacon of Hope, on Wednesday, Feb. 25 at Beacon of Hope Pine Island in St. James City — seniors can get legal advice on insurance claims, housing and recovery issues tied to hurricanes. Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
- ➤ The City restored Tarpon Pier on Tarpon Street and Riverside Park at the Riverside Community Center after Hurricane Ian, using improved design and safer materials to reconnect residents with cherished riverfront traditions & historic community spaces. Florida Weekly
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Spirit Airlines report shows Fort Myers ranked as the fourth most searched spring break destination for 2026. The report tracked online searches from Jan. 5 to Feb. 5 for travel between March 6 & April 26. ABC7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cape Coral re:MADE is a nonprofit creative shop offering re-made Valentine’s gifts and themed classes for an eco-friendly celebration. The space will host workshops ahead of Valentine's Day to let local shoppers transform repurposed items into art — an inventive way to celebrate love. WINK News
- ➤ Florida Repertory Theatre’s Olivier Award-winning comedy “The Play That Goes Wrong” opened on Feb. 10, where actors fumbled lines and mishaps created humorous chaos on stage; performances continue through Mar. 1 with shows on Feb. 11 at 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. WGCU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Lehigh Acres have endured mail delays and missing packages since a postal route change, with checks delaying payments for businesses and family events; USPS says its local post office is fully staffed. ABC7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ LiveLung invites lung cancer patients, survivors, and care partners to a monthly educational meeting discussing grief processing on Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 11:30 a.m. at Hyatt Place Fort Myers at the Forum plus lunch is complimentary. North Fort Myers Neighbor
- ➤ Oasis Charter students visited a Lee Health robotics program on Thursday at Cape Coral Hospital & Healthpark Hospital to learn about advancements in robotic surgery; the visit showcased instruments, including the da Vinci, ION, and Edison models, designed to offer more precise procedures and better patient outcomes. Cape Coral Breeze
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Gulf Coast Humane Society introduced Sal — a calm, 2-year-old terrier weighing 63 pounds — in its studio at 2010 Arcadia St., Fort Myers; he is ready for his forever home and interested adopters can visit the center for more details. ABC7
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Lee County began building The Arwyn—a 230-unit affordable community—on Summerlin Road in Fort Myers to replace the former Horizons Apartments; the project is expected to be completed by late 2027 to benefit working families. WINK News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Boston Red Sox opened camp Tuesday for pitchers and catchers while Minnesota Twins will report Thursday for spring training in Fort Myers — fans can attend free workouts, tours, and upcoming games starting Feb. 20 at JetBlue Park and Feb. 21 at Hammond Stadium. Cape Coral Breeze
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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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Luis J. Gomez Comedy Show
9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — $66+ — Experience an unforgettable night of laughter with comedian Luis J. Gomez.
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Yo! Taco Shrimp Run 5k
9-10 a.m. — Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille — Registration fees vary — Participate in a scenic 5k run leading up to the festive Shrimp Festival on Fort Myers Beach.
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