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Fort Myers
Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Laboratory Theatre in Fort Myers is partnering with Theatre Conspiracy to present August Wilson's Two Trains Running today at 7:30 p.m. at its venue off Woodford Ave (tickets cost $37 standard, $10 for students, and $32 on Thrifty Thursday) with additional performances scheduled for March 1, 2, 5, 6, and 7. ABC7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At JetBlue Park at Fenway South, nearly 1,000 students from Gateway Charter, Cape Coral Charter, Thrive Academy, and Crestwell School experienced a STEM Day fair that offered hands-on science, technology, engineering and math activities. Meteorologist Zach Maloch explained how weather affects baseball during an interactive Q&A session. WINK News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Freddie Mac reports that the average rate on a 30-year mortgage dropped below 6% this week at 5.98%—a change that could help Fort Myers residents looking to buy a home. WINK News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Fort Myers Beach Town Council will consider an ordinance to ban smoking and vaping on town-owned beaches (smoking is already prohibited inside town buildings). A second public hearing is set for April 6 if the proposal moves forward. Beach Talk Radio
- ➤ Lee County officials have begun testing the Matlacha Pass drawbridge to restore normal operations after Hurricane Ian disrupted service, ensuring safe passage for both boats & drivers. The testing is a key step toward returning the drawbridge to regular use. The News-Press
- ➤ Alligator Alley reopened after being closed Wednesday due to smoke from a fire in Big Cypress National Preserve. State troopers reported that the I-75 stretch from mile marker 80 in Collier (to mile marker 23 in Broward) is now open despite nearly 25,000 acres burning. ABC7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers High School won its third straight girls’ basketball state title Saturday in Lakeland by beating Fort Walton Beach Choctawhatchee 65-41. The Green Wave joined few Lee County teams with three straight championships as key seniors and promising freshmen + returning players drove the decisive win. The News-Press
- ➤ Cypress Lake High School hired former Lehigh assistant Mark Flaherty as its new head football coach + Lehigh Senior High School named ex-South Fort Myers assistant Sean Downing as its new head coach. Flaherty will join full-time on March 9 as both schools prepare for the 2026 football season. The News-Press
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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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Little River Band Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — Caloosa Sound Amphitheater — Ticket purchase required — Experience the iconic harmonies of the Little River Band with classics like 'Reminiscing' under the stars.
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