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Fort Myers
Sunday, March 8th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Alva will host its annual Strawberry Festival on Saturday, March 14 with a plant sale and strawberry shortcake social running from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Methodist Church plus a free quilt show from 9 to 2 at the Library Museum which supports local community gardens. The News-Press
- ➤ Nearly 50,000 people took over Fort Myers Beach Saturday for the 68th annual Shrimp Festival with a 5K run, parade, and more activities; the festival will continue today with an arts and crafts fair, a shrimp boil, and other events. ABC7
- ➤ Builders Care’s BBQ, Bands & Brew returns Saturday, March 28, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Caloosa Sound Amphitheater in downtown Fort Myers; the (15th annual) event features top pit masters, live bands, and vendors supporting local emergency construction services. North Fort Myers Neighbor
- ➤ Anglers in Fort Myers can join the 29th LCEC Fishing Tournament on Saturday, April 18 — team meeting is Friday, April 17. Participants must submit a photo through the app with a $100 fee per angler — it benefits United Way with prizes, food and silent auction at local tackle shop. North Fort Myers Neighbor
- ➤ The Global Food and Farm Festival will be held Saturday, March 14 at ECHO – 17391 Durrance Road in North Fort Myers from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will feature food tasting, farm tours, and crafts. Tickets are $7 for ages 6+ and free for under 6. Cape Coral Breeze
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ More than 50 writers gathered in Fort Myers for the 27th annual Southwest Florida Reading Festival today. The free event by the Lee County Library System featured author talks, book signings, and crafts to spark a love of reading — from young fans to lifelong book lovers. Fox 4
- ➤ Southwest Florida has hosted decades of film production where stars like Denzel Washington and Jessica Lange filmed classics including Blue Sky in Fort Myers, Naples, and Cape Coral. With the Academy Awards set for March 15, the article celebrates the region’s rich movie history + its enduring local legacy. The News-Press
- ➤ Thomas Edison tapped a Morse code proposal on Mina Miller’s palm in New Hampshire in 1886 and soon set up his winter retreat along the Caloosahatchee River, which later became Seminole Lodge—now a museum showcasing original furnishings and gardens. The News-Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers senior Kael Seneca clinched the Class 2A wrestling championship at 126 pounds by defeating his opponent 13-0 in Kissimmee on Mar. 7. The News-Press
- ➤ St. John Neumann sophomore Benito Barnhart won the Class 1A state wrestling title at 120 pounds in Kissimmee yesterday — he defeated his opponent with a 12-5 major decision. The News-Press
- ➤ FGCU men’s basketball ended their season Saturday with a 73-63 loss to Central Arkansas at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville. The loss extends the team’s drought (ninth consecutive season without an NCAA Tournament berth). The News-Press
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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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Annie Houston Screw Cancer HoopFest
8 AM – 4 PM — Wa-Ke Hatchee Park — Entry fees support cancer research — Celebrate basketball while honoring the legacy of Mrs. Annie Lois Houston.
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John Legend Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of EGOT-winning artist John Legend in an unforgettable concert.
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Willy Chirino Concert
9 p.m. - 12 a.m. — Caloosa Sound Convention Center — Tickets available — Enjoy the vibrant Cuban rhythms of Willy Chirino live in concert.
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Fort Myers Food Pantry
3-6 p.m. — 507 Center Rd — Free entry — Receive free bread, produce, dried goods, and hygiene products for those in need.
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The Collectible Buyer Road Tour
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops — Free admission — Bring your collectibles for cash offers and free appraisals from seasoned experts.
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The Odd Couple
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Fort Myers Theatre — Check event page for cost — Witness the hilarity that unfolds when a messy slob and a fastidious neat freak become unlikely roommates.
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