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Fort Myers
Friday, April 10th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Myers Beach Woman's Club Spirit Night will take place at Hammond Stadium on Saturday, Apr. 18, with gates opening at 5 p.m. and the first pitch at 6:05 p.m. — each ticket donates $5 to the club. Beach Talk Radio
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Myers Seafood & Music Festival returns this weekend at Centennial Park (2000 West First St.) with free admission. Organized by Paragon Festivals with the River District Alliance, the three-day event features live music, fresh seafood and a curated marketplace with local arts. Cape Coral Breeze
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce reported 1,290 of 1,699 hotel rooms reopened on the beach after Hurricane Ian, with Margaritaville adding 254 rooms. Two hotels remain closed + one is set to reopen later this year while 19 hotels were destroyed, losing 590 rooms. Beach Talk Radio
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lee County experienced 58 manatee deaths in February from cold stress linked to a delay in restoring warm water after the Fort Myers power plant outage + experts say a review of emergency heat protocols is underway to better protect the animals during future cold snaps. WINK News
- ➤ Colorado State University forecasted 13 named storms for the season beginning June 1, and Florida faces a 74% chance of a storm passing within 50 miles of its coast; residents are urged to review preparedness plans as tropical activity builds. The News-Press
- ➤ Florida is in a severe drought, and state officials warn that wildfires may become active from April through June. Residents are urged to prepare defensible zones & follow local burn restrictions to protect their homes. The News-Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida’s minimum wage for non-tipped employees will rise to $15 on Sept. 30, 2026 after a constitutional amendment passed in 2020; tipped workers will see their rate increase to $11.98 while future rises will adjust with inflation. The News-Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Anglers will compete for Florida's prized tarpon at the South Seas Tarpon Tournament on May 22 at the South Seas resort (north tip of Captiva). Sponsored by the Lee County Bar Association, the contest falls during the peak migratory season. The News-Press
- ➤ Local baseball and softball teams are gearing up for district play starting next week. Updated rankings show Canterbury leading baseball and Bishop Verot topping softball among competitive SWFL squads. The News-Press
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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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Theresa Caputo Live! The Experience
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall — Tickets starting at $64.98 — Embrace messages of healing from the renowned Long Island Medium in an unforgettable live experience.
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