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Friday, March 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lee County Domestic Animal Services reduces adoption fees for adult dogs and cats to $20 until March 31, including a comprehensive $600 value adoption package. Florida Weekly
- ➤ There will be a temporary nighttime lane shift on the southbound lane going onto Matanzas Pass Bridge on March 13, 2025, for widening activities, dependent on weather. City of Fort Myers Beach
- ➤ The Fort Myers Beach Lions Club Shrimp Festival, featuring a parade, 5K run, shrimp boil, pageant, and arts fair, returns this weekend as a major fundraiser supporting community initiatives. Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Cape Coral man, Michael Ronald Osborne, has been charged with 10 counts of possession of child pornography, following an investigation triggered by a social media account flagging several files. The News-Press
- ➤ Lee County officials are cautioning shoppers about the rise in gift card scams, advising to check for tampering and avoid cards from the front of displays and online auctions. ABC7
- ➤ The body of Rickey Joseph Bush was identified after being found in the Caloosahatchee River near Fort Myers, with the cause of death pending toxicology results. ABC7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Players Circle Theater in Fort Myers debuts Bruce Graham's 'Flatlanders,' a comedic play about a couple's pre-wedding adventure, featuring real-life married actors Ted Wioncek and Kimberly Suskind. WGCU
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The 3rd Annual Keep Lee County Beautiful Awards celebrated environmental stewardship, with Terry Carling-Keel named Volunteer of the Year, among other notable winners, showcasing significant environmental cleanup efforts. Beach Talk Radio
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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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