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Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lee BIA Builders Care & Pulte Homes have partnered to build an accessible home for Vietnam veteran Lewis Freeman in Dunbar. A Notes of Love ceremony on March 13 showcased community support; the two-bedroom, two-bath house will be completed in coming months. ABC7
- ➤ WINK Listens is hosting a community conversation today at Florida Southwestern State College's South Fort Myers campus (Building U, Room 106) from 3 to 7 p.m., where local residents can discuss concerns about water bills and environmental issues. WINK News
- ➤ WINK Listens will be held today at Florida Southwestern State College’s South Fort Myers campus from 3 to 7 p.m. in Building U Room 106 so residents can share their concerns — from the water bill increase to protecting local wildlife. Fox 4
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Everglades Oysters in the Ten Thousand Islands is working to revive Florida's oyster industry by growing oysters in floating cages that keep them clean & help filter water. The business plans to plant over 2 million oysters by early next year to offer a local, sustainable protein source. ABC7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Doobie Brothers are set to perform at Estero’s Hertz Arena on Wednesday, Oct. 21 as part of their Walk The Road Tour, their only show in the Sunshine State. Presale tickets begin today at 10 a.m. with general sales starting Friday at 10 a.m. The News-Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The School District of Lee County is hosting two job fairs for transportation roles. One fair is held today from 3 to 5 p.m. at East County Library in Lehigh Acres and second is on April 1 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Lakes Library in Fort Myers. Fox 4
- ➤ Darielle Callender, a Franklin Park Elementary teacher named the 2026 Lee County Golden Apple Teacher, inspires her class today by transforming a decade in healthcare into a passion for teaching — a legacy rooted in her family history. ABC7
- ➤ The School District of Lee County is hosting two transportation job fairs — one event is happening today from 3 to 5 p.m. at East County Regional Library in Lehigh Acres and another is scheduled April 1 at Lakes Regional Library in Fort Myers. WINK News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Town Manager Will McKannay & Mayor Dan Allers will take questions from residents at a town hall Q&A event on Wednesday, April 2 at 4:00 p.m. at Fort Myers Beach Town Hall at 6231 Estero Boulevard; refreshments and live streaming on Facebook and YouTube will be available. Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
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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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