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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Lee County Sheriff's Office is searching for a missing 55-year-old man, Felix Valdez, who was last seen leaving a Fort Myers residence on foot Tuesday near Figuera Avenue and is described as 6 feet tall, weighing 180 pounds with gray hair and hazel eyes while wearing a gray t-shirt, dark blue joggers, and no shoes; anyone with information is urged to call 239-477-100 or 1-800-780-TIPS. ABC7
- ➤ A juvenile was arrested for aggravated animal cruelty on April 13 in Fort Myers after officers found a dead kitten when they responded to an anonymous tip about kittens being thrown off the Royal Palm Gardens clubhouse roof, and a follow-up investigation on April 16 recovered two more kittens that were taken to the Gulf Coast Humane Society. ABC7
- ➤ A Cape Coral woman in her sixties was arrested for pepper spraying dogs at a park after a witness said she sprayed a dog when it came near her pet; officers took her into custody and she now faces an animal cruelty charge and a park trespass warning (she is 67) and (one dog had its eyes flushed during the incident). Fox 4
- ➤ Ryan Cole appeared in court yesterday in Port Charlotte for a final pretrial hearing on charges tied to the fatal stabbing of 15-year-old Khyler Edman—who died protecting his 5-year-old sister in 2019—and prosecutors plan to seek the death penalty with jury selection to begin Monday. ABC7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Theatre Conspiracy will end its run in Southwest Florida this season with a farewell tour of 11 blockbuster shows announced by founder Bill Taylor. The tour will be held at the Off Broadway Palm — Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium — and The Laboratory Theater. WGCU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. DeSantis campaigned for higher state trooper pay at the FDOT office in Fort Myers on Wednesday — citing low starting salaries and House budget cuts as issues. Critics reported that average service length dropped from 9.8 to 6.8 years — a statistic that underscores the call for improved incentives. WINK News
- ➤ Starting May 7, passengers must use a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another approved photo ID to board domestic flights, and many can use a passport or passport card instead—those without acceptable identification may face extra screening at TSA checkpoints. The News-Press
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Kids Easter Egg Hunt
10-11 a.m. — Sun Retreats Fort Myers Beach — Free entry — A delightful morning adventure for kids filled with egg hunting excitement.
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2nd Annual Easter Family Brunch
11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Burroughs Home and Gardens — Ticketed event — Celebrate Easter with delicious food, egg hunts, and family fun by the river.
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FGCU Storytelling Open Mic: Kindness and Compassion
5-7 p.m. — Florida Gulf Coast University Art Galleries — Free entry — Share or listen to stories reflecting the theme of kindness and compassion in a welcoming community atmosphere.
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Empowerment Event for Women
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Swamp Cat Brewing Company — Tickets available — Connect with inspiring women and discover your true potential.
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Fort Myers RV Show
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Lee Civic Center — Free entry — Explore top-name new and used motorhomes and adventure vans in a climate-controlled environment.
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2025 SWFL CISMA Invasive Freshwater Fish Roundup
Friday, Apr 25th — Bass Pro Shops — $10 registration fee for adults — Participate in a fun and educational fishing competition to help control invasive freshwater fish species.
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Home and Garden Show - Fort Myers 2025
April 26-27 — Caloosa Sound Convention Center — Check website for admission — Explore the latest trends in home furnishings and gardening at this international exhibition.
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Greythound Adoption Meet & Greet
2-5 p.m. — Sidelines Sports Bar & Grill — Free entry — Connect with loving adoptable greythounds and meet fellow dog enthusiasts.
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Luke Trotta Live
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Ages 18+ — Enjoy a night of witty comedy with Luke Trotta and friends.
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Jay Legend Live Stand-Up Comedy
May 1-3 — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with the rising star of stand-up comedy, Jay Legend.
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