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Fort Myers
Sunday, February 15th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre in Fort Myers has partnered with Cape Coral Animal Shelter to support its mission during the run of “CATS,” which plays from Feb. 20 through April 4 & includes a special shelter night with 5 dollars per ticket on Sunday, March 1 at 7 p.m. Cape Coral Breeze
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ An archival display in Fort Myers shows postcards from as early as 1865 when the idea first emerged in Germany, with the first official card issued on Oct. 1, 1869 by Austria. The collection highlights how these small cards once shared news across communities. The News-Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At the Calusa Sound Convention Center, the 16th annual STEMtastic Day showcased hands-on workshops and robotics demos sponsored by the Foundation for Lee County Public Schools, inspiring middle and high school students from across the Gulf Coast to explore STEM fields & build new skills. ABC7
- ➤ The School District of Lee County will update its Code of Conduct for the 2026-2027 school year to add clearer rules on weapon-like items, student-adult conduct, substance misuse, and repeated alternative placement, and will meet with students and parents before traditional school returns. Cape Coral Breeze
- ➤ The Cape Coral Municipal Charter School Foundation presented the Beacon Award to Mary Ossichak, food service manager at Oasis Charter Schools, for making meals healthier and affordable. Her team achieved cost savings, increased fresh food offerings, and boosted breakfast and lunch servings — a notable effort to improve school nutrition. Cape Coral Breeze
- ➤ The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board authorized staff on Tuesday to gather enrollment data to address the waiting list, with Superintendent Jacquelin Collins naming a team including facility, finance and city liaison experts — the group will study expansion, policy changes and infrastructure updates as part of long-term plans. Cape Coral Breeze
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Robbie Roepstorff of Edison National Bank/Bank of the Islands champions wildlife conservation with ongoing events that aid the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife and educate locals on protecting Southwest Florida habitats — his decades-long support drives efforts like Taste of the Islands and Wild About CROW. North Fort Myers Neighbor
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Peanut butter made by Ventura Foods LLC has been recalled by the FDA after blue plastic was discovered in production, affecting over 22,000 cases of single-serve packs and PB&J items in 40 states including Florida. Consumers in Fort Myers should check lot numbers on the official recall notice before using these products. NBC2
- ➤ The Florida Department of Health issued a swimming advisory at Clam Pass from Feb. 4 to Feb. 9 after bacteria levels surged, costing the area six days of tourist revenue, and local officials plan to complete dredging by March and pump station repairs by late 2026 to improve water safety. The News-Press
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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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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.
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