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Thursday, March 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 67th annual Fort Myers Beach Lions Club Shrimp Festival, featuring a parade, arts-and-crafts fair, shrimp-eating contest, and the Shrimp Crawl, highlights the local shrimp industry and supports community charities. The News-Press
- ➤ Attend a birdwatching event at Mound House with a guided tour and complimentary breakfast on March 15, 2025. City of Fort Myers Beach
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers police increase ticketing for drivers speeding through the new diverging diamond exchange at Colonial Boulevard to improve road safety. ABC7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers seeks information about two individuals who stole approximately $1,375 worth of goods from a North Fort Myers Walmart using a 'sleight of hand' technique. WINK News
- ➤ A Fort Myers man pleaded guilty to Hobbs Act Robbery and brandishing a firearm during two gas station robberies, facing up to 20 years in federal prison. ABC7
- ➤ Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking a man and woman for allegedly stealing approximately $1,400 worth of merchandise from a Walmart in North Fort Myers using a deceptive method. ABC7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Lee County School Board approved the 2025-2026 School Code of Conduct, mandating all personal wireless devices to be off and in backpacks, alongside incentives to address school bus operator shortages. Cape Coral Breeze
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tiara Brown, the world's top-ranked female featherweight boxer from Fort Myers, prepares for the WBC World Featherweight Championship in Australia, while mentoring young boxers at the Fort Myers Police Athletic League. WINK News
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Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival Pageant
The Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival pageant, a longstanding tradition, highlights contestants aged 15-20 competing for titles such as Shrimp Festival Queen while contributing to community service through their participation.
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Candlelight Concert: The Best of Bridgerton on Strings
Experience a captivating live music performance featuring beloved melodies from the Bridgerton series, performed by a talented string ensemble in a candlelit setting.
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Paul Todd Jr. Live Performance
Paul Todd Jr. will be performing live at the Fort Myers Theatre, offering an evening of music entertainment.
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Bingo Night Fundraiser for Kimmie's Recovery Zone
A Bingo night event at Wings and Rings to support Kimmie's Recovery Zone, encouraging the community to enjoy food, games, and fellowship for a worthy cause.
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38 Special Live Concert
38 Special will perform live at Caloosa Sound Amphitheater with special guests Tommy Lee Cook and The Buckingham Blues Band.
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Fort Myers Official St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl 2025
This event offers a festive experience through a bar crawl featuring exclusive drink specials and opportunities to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with fellow participants at multiple venues.
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SHOUT! The Mod Musical at Arcade Theatre
This vibrant musical revue brings to life the iconic sounds and styles of the 1960s, featuring popular hits from famous British female artists alongside dazzling performances.
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Downtown Fort Myers Music Walk
The Downtown Fort Myers Music Walk features local and regional musicians performing various genres of music throughout the River District on the third Friday of each month.
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Hearts and Homes Car Show Fundraiser for Veterans
This event features a car show, live music, food, and activities aimed at raising funds to support housing for veterans in need.
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ABBAFAB Tribute Show
ABBAFAB delivers a high-energy tribute performance featuring all the classic hits of the legendary Swedish pop group at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre.
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