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Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Seniors 65 and older will join a free interfaith brunch at Lakes Regional Library on Wednesday, Apr. 22 from noon to 1:30 p.m. hosted by the Jewish Federation to celebrate Israeli Independence Day with authentic Israeli dishes. WGCU
- ➤ In April, the Edison Park neighborhood celebrated 100 years along Larchmont Avenue with local residents honoring its history and legacy, with neighbors such as Kim Gaide praising the area’s vibrant houses, blooming plants, and quiet streets – a milestone reflecting Fort Myers’ enduring community spirit. ABC7
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Boating in Lee and Collier counties is rising as a new law restricts safety inspections and a 37% increase in fatalities has raised concerns, with the Coast Guard Auxiliary urging local boaters to adopt safe habits ahead of National Safe Boating Week starting May 16 (reports note ongoing challenges). The News-Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Love Your Rebellion will open its new art space called The Rebel Friday, May 15 at 8711 Cypress Lake Dr. — the venue will host art shows, a 50-seat music floor, a café and a book shop to give local artists a creative hub. WINK News
- ➤ The Stars on Ice tour kicked off on Apr. 16 at Hertz Arena in Estero, featuring top U.S. figure skaters like Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu + Ilia Malinin, along with Madison Chock and Evan Bates as the tour began its SWFL stop. The News-Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Environmental experts and advocates gathered Wednesday at The Bay Park's Bayfront Community Center to highlight overlooked threats such as microplastics, PFAS and a worsening water shortage — they also unveiled EcoBeat to help reporters cover these issues. WGCU
- ➤ Scientists at Mote Marine Laboratory are testing new treatments to kill red tide while changes in water release from Lake Okeechobee are set to reduce bloom conditions along the Gulf Coast. These steps may help lower future damage to nature and local jobs. WGCU
- ➤ On April 2, visitors gathered at J.N. 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge for a honeybee lecture and tasting hosted by the Sunshine State Beekeepers Association. The demonstration featured a glass hive and local honey samples (orange blossom, palmetto, and wildflower) that stressed bees' role in food pollination. WGCU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers native George McNeill shot a 4-under 68 in the second round of the Senior PGA Championship at The Concession in Bradenton on Friday and is 2-under heading into weekend play. He is set to tee off today, hoping to build on his strong start. The News-Press
- ➤ Today, the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels host their inaugural Golf Night at Hammond Stadium with gates opening at 5 p.m. and the game at 6:05 p.m. Fans can enjoy giveaways, a putting contest for Mighty Mussels swag, a Best-Dressed Golfer Competition, and Bark in the Park letting dogs in free. ABC7
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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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2nd Annual Fort Myers Blueberry Fest
10 AM – 5 PM — Mike Greenwell Regional Park — Admission details not specified — Celebrate blueberries with food, fun, and community activities.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Bad Bunny
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Music & Arts Community Center - Gulf Coast Symphony — Tickets available — Experience the magic of Bad Bunny's music in a one-of-a-kind candlelight concert.
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Phil Hogan Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Snappers Comedy Club — Free entry — Enjoy a night of Southern flavored comedy and music with the talented Phil Hogan.
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Phil Hogan Live Comedy Show
6-10 p.m. — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Tickets from $80 — Experience Phil Hogan's unforgettable comedy at a top-rated venue.
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Forever Motown Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall — Tickets from $92 — Enjoy an unforgettable live Motown experience in Fort Myers.
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Jason Mraz Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy live music from the two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer-songwriter known for his uplifting pop hits.
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