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Monday, February 16th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bike night returned last Saturday in southeast Cape Coral with a new layout that stations motorcycles in a lot on Southeast 47th Terrace to improve pedestrian safety and emergency access — some attendees expressed mixed reactions. The event will return on April 11. NBC2
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Today, new Street Wok opened at Slipaway Food Truck Park in Cape Coral, replacing Chop It Up Sandwiches to offer fresh, from-scratch Asian dishes like crab rangoon and Mongolian beef. Owner Andreas Visilias, who also runs Lobster Chef, plans to add another taco truck soon (expanding his local lineup). The News-Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Laboratory Theater of Florida & Theater Conspiracy will premiere 'Two Trains Running' by August Wilson on Feb. 20 at 7:30 p.m. at its 1634 Woodford Ave venue, with free teen tickets available on Feb. 21 at 7:30 p.m. and paid tickets on other evenings. Florida Weekly
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lee County Commissioners honored Cape Coral High School graduate Capt. Daniel Eggers by dedicating a stretch of Veterans Memorial Parkway as Captain Daniel W. Eggers Memorial Highway; the designation, set on Nov. 18, acknowledges his service in Afghanistan and his legacy as he left behind a wife + two children. The News-Press
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Escape Room Adventures in Pinebrook Plaza continues to draw families and co-workers with five themed, 60-minute puzzles (over a decade old) and a new Curse of the Pharaoh room, according to manager Jimmy Brooks. Florida Weekly
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Young figure skaters competed on Sunday at Fort Myers Skatium for the 4th annual Winter Festival Figure Skating Competition, drawing on Olympic inspiration from movies and top athletes. Competitors said the event built discipline plus fueled dreams of future Olympic success. NBC2
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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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