Good morning, Fort Myers.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.