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Fort Myers
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Naples Knights softball celebrates five years with a new scholarship program for young female athletes. Head coach Ashley Spencer said the nonprofit builds confidence, friendship, and leadership among players from Southwest Florida & prepares them for college sports. NBC2
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Marina at Bonita Fish Company opened on Fort Myers Beach, offering 30 deep water slips for boats and day boater parking as leasing began Apr. 1. HM Restaurant Group aims to boost the waterfront experience with live music — dockside dining. ABC7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Moulin Rouge: The Musical opened Tuesday night at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at Florida SouthWestern State College and will run until Apr. 12. Based on Baz Luhrmann's film, the show brings Parisian charm & live Broadway spectacle to local audiences in Fort Myers. ABC7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Town Manager Will McKannay said the school district still offers no funds to rebuild Fort Myers Beach Elementary School, which has been closed since Hurricane Milton in 2024. Negotiations focus on a potential property transfer and in-kind funds while 41 students attend classes at Heights Elementary. Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Audubon Western Everglades launched the Nature Where We Live campaign on Feb. 28 to help residents choose native plants that boost biodiversity in their yards. The effort encourages garden centers to stock region-native species so locals can support declining bird and pollinator populations (a local sustainability initiative). WGCU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lee County leaders will decide at 9:30 a.m. whether to lift or extend the burn ban as the region battles its worst drought in 25 years, fueling fire concerns in Cape Coral (all counties except Charlotte remain under the ban). WINK News
- ➤ County leaders announced that RJ Gorman Contracting LLC will begin construction of the 1,000-ft long, 12-ft wide fishing pier at Fort Myers Beach (funded by state and tourist tax dollars) after final U.S. Army Corps approval, with work expected to finish next summer. WINK News
- ➤ Officials are considering a dynamic change to hurricane watch and warning lead times to give residents more time to prepare as improved forecasts allow adjustments. The proposal — discussed at the National Hurricane Conference in Orlando — may offer longer notice based on a storm's severity. The News-Press
- ➤ The Fort Myers Beach Fire Control District is holding controlled burn exercises for firefighter training at (71 Miramar Street) from 8 a.m. to noon daily through Friday. Residents may notice smoke and increased traffic in the area. Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lee Health will launch its first Ob/Gyn residency training program on July 1 in partnership with Florida State University to address the area's doctor shortage+ the six-resident program aims to retain local talent. WGCU
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Touch-a-Truck Event
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Pediatric Dentistry of Florida — Free admission — Interactive fun where kids learn about trucks and meet the professionals who drive them.
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