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Fort Myers
Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The nonprofit Family Initiative is hosting its second annual Autism Walk on Saturday at 11 a.m. at Offerman's City Tavern (2206 Bay St., downtown) where more than 700 community members will meet to support those affected by autism before ending at All Children's Park (2000 W. First St.). WGCU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Gulf Coast Symphony launches the stage production of 'The Bridges of Madison County' tonight at the Music & Arts Community Center, where it will run until March 7. The production features a blend of live music and theatrical storytelling designed to engage local audiences. ABC7
- ➤ Fresh off the 2026 Winter Olympics, world-champion skater Alysa Liu & medalists will perform in the Stars on Ice tour at Hertz Arena in Estero on April 16 at 7 p.m. Tickets are on sale now. ABC7
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers homeowners will save over $650 million as an emergency insurance assessment ends two years early due to the recovery of the state’s insurance market, stopping an extra charge of over $30 a year for 10 failed companies (including United Property and Casualty). ABC7
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers received a $6 million grant from the Department of Agriculture to clean polluted canals including Manuel's Branch and Billy's Creek. The funds will trim overgrown plants (a natural bacteria killer) and remove trash, though city officials say the cleanup may take time as contamination spreads. NBC2
- ➤ A wildfire in Big Cypress National Preserve grew to nearly 25,000 acres by Feb. 25 and remains 0% contained as firefighters warn wind shifts may push smoke toward Alligator Alley—possibly affecting local air quality today amid some of the driest winter conditions. The News-Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lee Health is building a new hospital off Colonial Boulevard to replace the historic Lee Memorial (set to open in 2028) as a modern center for healthcare; local residents watch with interest as the change sparks discussion about improved access and job opportunities. ABC7
- ➤ The Purple Tea breast health symposium at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre on Feb. 12 in Fort Myers drew 400 women & featured physicians, surgeons & oncology specialists who shared advances in breast cancer prevention, screening & treatment while urging each attendee to connect with 10 community members for screening resources. Florida Weekly
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ North Fort Myers girls soccer, overcoming injuries and setbacks this season, will face Tallahassee Chiles in the Class 5A state semifinal in DeLand on Friday, Feb. 27 at 10 a.m. Two wins will secure the team’s first state championship in its 65-year history. The News-Press
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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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Michael D’Amore Live Performance
6 PM — Mango Rita’s Rhythm House — Call for reservation — Enjoy an evening of Doo Wop, Pop, and Soul with fantastic food on a full menu.
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Boston Red Sox vs. Minnesota Twins
1:05-2:05 p.m. — Hammond Stadium — Cost Info Requisite — Catch these two MLB teams face off in an exciting spring training game.
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