Good morning, Fort Myers.

Cape Coral Animal Shelter will host its annual PJs and Paws (a fundraiser featuring pet-friendly activities) on Feb.

27 at 325 SW 2nd Avenue. Participants dressed in pajamas will help raise funds for a new 19,000 sqft shelter and expanded clinic.

Cape Coral Bike Night returns to South Cape this Saturday night at 5 p.m. Future highlights include updated motorcycle parking with the Thunder Zone (4631 S.E.

10th Place), live music by local tribute bands, and a Slow Bike Race at 8 p.m., with road closures affecting Southeast 47th Terrace.

Rising car prices are pushing Fort Myers drivers to hold onto older vehicles longer.

Legendary Automotive experts warn that skipping routine maintenance, such as checking brakes, tires, and fluids + missing upkeep, could lead to safety hazards.

Lee County’s $325.48 million project will expand the Cape Coral Bridge from four lanes to six by 2031 to ease congestion for vehicles + pedestrians.

The design phase finishes in 2026 and construction begins in 2027, improving travel over the Caloosahatchee River between Cape Coral and Fort Myers.

Cape Coral sold nearly 50 acres of waterfront land for $20 million to develop a mixed-use project with a hotel, condos, stores, and a marina.

The sale left $13.6 million for city projects, and developers will begin construction once permits from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are secured.

The government shutdown began today when Congress left Washington, D.C. (at 12:01 a.m.), forcing TSA, Coast Guard and FEMA workers to work without pay and prompting airlines to warn of longer wait times for Fort Myers visitors during the busy spring travel season.

Lee Health doctors have reported newborns with unexplained withdrawal symptoms linked to mothers’ kratom use and are advising pregnant women to be cautious; meanwhile, lawmakers are considering new rules to restrict the potent synthetic compound 7-OH (found in kratom) that has raised safety concerns.

An 8-year-old from Cape Coral qualified for the UCI BMX World Championship in Australia in January at his local BMX park (a popular training spot).

His family is seeking community support to cover training costs as he prepares to compete internationally.

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.

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.

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.

Dinner on the Diamond

6 p.m. — JetBlue Park — Supports local children’s services — Enjoy dinner at the field while benefiting Golisano Children's Hospital.