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Fort Myers
Monday, March 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kayla Giorgio from Lehigh Acres has spent nearly a year cleaning trash from parking lots and roadways on the Gulf Coast to remove hazards — she recently picked up a bolt on Alabama Road and SR 82 and hopes local crews will soon clear debris in Lehigh and Fort Myers. NBC2
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo-based Resurgence Brewing Co. opened its 15,000 sqft restaurant and taproom in south Fort Myers on March 6, offering upscale wings, dining, and two bars with a beer garden. Located off 6 Mile Cypress Parkway near Lee Health Sports Complex, the venue will host events and start onsite brewing soon. The News-Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Church for the Rest of Us meets every Sunday at noon at Swamp Cat Brewing in Fort Myers and Charlie Foxtrot in Port Charlotte, where casual discussion-oriented services offer a relaxed way to talk about faith — welcoming those who might not attend traditional services. WINK News
- ➤ Terry Park opened in 1923 on land donated by Dr. Marshall Terry and hosted Athletics spring training from 1925 to 1936; Thomas Edison, a noted baseball fan, visited the park during that era + the site remains a cherished piece of local culture. The News-Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sixth grader Saije Wade Cody of Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School won Florida’s Black History Month essay contest on March 22 (she earned a two-year scholarship, a $200 gift card, and a meet-and-greet with Gov. Ron DeSantis) for her essay on NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson. The News-Press
- ➤ FGCU is preparing to open the Buckingham Golf Learning Center at its Buckingham property for PGA students. The facility includes a driving range and short-game area with spring instruction planned and full operations set for fall. WGCU
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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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The Simon and Garfunkel Story
7-11 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the musical journey of Simon & Garfunkel with live performances and captivating visuals.
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Celtic Woman: A New Era
8-9:30 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating performance blending traditional Irish music with contemporary arrangements by the globally celebrated ensemble Celtic Woman.
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Time to Paddy 5K, 10K & Lucky 13.1
8 AM – 12 PM — South County Regional Park — Entry fee varies — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with family-friendly races featuring swag, chip-timing, and awards.
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Kimberly Akimbo
7:30 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall — Tickets from $62.12 — Experience the Tony Award-winning musical about growing up and family dynamics with humor and heart.
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ASAP Peer Support Training
9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Lee County Public Safety Center Annex — Early Bird $650 — Enhance your peer support skills with specialized trauma training for first responders.
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Chris Cope Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Chris Cope, fresh from Hollywood.
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Parkinson's 5K & Wellness Walk
8-11 a.m. — Hammond Stadium — Registration fee applies — Participate in an uplifting wellness walk to support those affected by Parkinson's disease.
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Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings Tribute Concert
6-7 p.m. — Music & Arts Community Center - Gulf Coast Symphony — Limited Edition Tickets Available — Celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Lord of the Rings with a string quartet performance of its iconic music.
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