Good morning, Fort Myers.

Bert’s Black Pearl Indian Triumph has become a community hub for riders in Lee County, hosting monthly events, guided tours, and a three-day riding course for beginners while supporting veterans and first responders through its nonprofit (Bert’s Salute to America).

Fort Myers residents are concerned that confusion at four-way stops leads to near collisions as one local viewer urges drivers to follow right-of-way rules — the first to stop gets priority and those arriving together must yield to the driver on the right.

Bank of America donated $250,000 to Harry Chapin Food Bank to boost hunger-relief efforts in Fort Myers.

The nonprofit received $200,000 to build a new Hunger Action Center that will increase food distribution later this year, plus $50,000 for its Care & Share Senior Feeding Program serving Charlotte & Collier & Lee counties.

Burger King is hiring in Florida with 350 positions open at 36 locations, offering wages of $14 to $14.75 for team members, $15 to $15.50 for coordinators and $48,000 to $55,000 for general managers.

The hiring drive follows a recent restaurant update that revamped the Whopper sandwich and modernized outlets.

The newly formed Fort Myers Philharmonic fills the gap left after 64 years of the Southwest Florida Symphony and will debut on Sept.

11 at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Center; Music Director Paul Nadler + Principal Pops Conductor Christopher Confessore will lead its inaugural concert.

North Fort Myers High School student Reagan Wood became one of four Lee County seniors to earn the Carson Scholar honor eight times plus she received a $1,000 scholarship for admission to Cornell University this fall for biological engineering.

Honorees will celebrate at the Lee County Awards Banquet on Sunday, April 19.

Scientists forecast a strong El Niño (nicknamed Jurassic El Niño) to form by late summer and possibly lead to fewer tropical storms along the coast.

Experts caution that even with fewer storms, major hurricanes may still develop.

Fort Myers City Council voted to demolish City of Palms Park — a long-serving local baseball landmark — and will vote on Monday to award the demolition contract, with HONC Destruction offering the lowest bid.

County officials will approve an $11.7 million contract Tuesday to rebuild the Fort Myers Beach fishing pier; construction will start once the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers completes its permit review, which could take a month to a year.

Poisonous tussock moth caterpillars are appearing on homes, cars and outdoor furniture in Fort Myers, and Florida Poison Control warns their fuzzy hairs behave like needles+ residents should avoid touching them and use tape for safe removal if exposure occurs.

Southwest Florida home prices dropped nearly 9% in February in areas like Cape Coral, Punta Gorda and Naples.

Experts expect sales to rise in the spring as sellers lower prices and buyers return to the market — a sign the correction from post-pandemic highs may be coming to an end.

St. John Neumann’s Daniel Rees was named SWFL Boys Basketball Player of the Year as part of the All-Area Basketball Team announced by The News-Press & Naples Daily News on April 3.

Voters can cast their choice until Wednesday, April 8 at 9 a.m. if they prefer another First Team candidate.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Madagascar Jr | Homeschool

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM — Fort Myers Theatre — Check event page for ticket info — Enjoy a musical adventure with Alex, Marty, and friends as they escape from Central Park Zoo to Madagascar.

Fort Myers Christian Social Gathering

6-8:30 p.m. — Topgolf Fort Myers — $20 for Non-Members + additional golf costs — Connect with local Christians for a night of fun, laughter, and friendly competition.

Joey Vega Live at Snappers Comedy Club

7-8:30 p.m. — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Tickets from $80 — Enjoy an unforgettable night with renowned comedian Joey Vega.

MotoBros Night Shift Series: Final Round Party

Day races & night party — MotoBros - Punta Gorda Mx — $20 gate fee, $35 per class — Compete for cash prizes and enjoy giveaways at the final round celebration.

Greatest American Earth Day Cleanup

8:30-11:30 a.m. — Wild Turkey Strand Preserve — Free entry — Make a real impact in Lee County’s beautiful wilderness by participating in an Earth Day cleanup event.

Jack Willhite's Rock and Roll Comedy Show

7-9 p.m. — Fort Myers Theatre — Limited seating — Experience a hilarious fusion of rock music and comedy with Jack Willhite.