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Fort Myers
Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Coast Guard boat crew rescued three people at 12:15 p.m. Sunday off Fort Myers Beach after their 26-foot vessel took on water — they were safely transferred to the station pier with no injuries reported. Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Key Food is planning a 26,350 sqft grocery store (designed by MK Architecture) at 3990 Winkler Avenue in Fort Myers with a target opening in 2028 to provide a new neighborhood shopping option. The News-Press
- ➤ Publix has introduced new Texas-inspired brisket deli options—three subs and one sandwich with Sweet and Spicy BBQ sauce—available at select stores. The options were developed with a Texas supplier to offer a bold alternative to the beloved chicken tender sub. The News-Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers residents can catch a busy weekend with Maren Morris at the Barbara B. Mann Hall Saturday, a sports card show at Hammond Stadium Sunday, and Everclear's concert at The Ranch Sunday, while Bonita hosts *Titanic: The Musical* until Sunday and Cape Coral holds its free Culture Fest Saturday. The News-Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Turtle Time founder Eve Haverfield said a loggerhead sea turtle nest was found early this morning on Fort Myers Beach (nine days before the official May 1 start), signaling an early arrival for the nesting season. Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
- ➤ Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Gisela Bouvier highlighted yerba mate for Earth Day by noting its natural caffeine and focus-boosting benefits and its sustainable production (Regenerative Organic Certified Gold) that supports soil health and Indigenous farmers across local venues. ABC7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in unincorporated Lee County, Fort Myers Beach, Estero and Bonita Springs must set their trash, recycling and yard waste to the curb by 5 a.m. starting Friday, May 1 (90 minutes earlier than usual) so crews can finish routes before summer heat arrives; collection days remain unchanged. Cape Coral Breeze
- ➤ Lee County Solid Waste begins its seasonal adjustments on May 1 so residents in unincorporated areas, Fort Myers Beach, Estero and Bonita Springs should set out their trash, recycling and yard waste by 5 a.m. (90 minutes earlier than usual) to help collection crews finish routes before the summer heat. ABC7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A new Southwest Florida NFL Mock Draft projects which high school football stars might be chosen in a fantasy first round based on team needs and standout performances from Fort Myers - Cape Coral and Naples, offering local insight into regional talent. The News-Press
- ➤ USA TODAY Sports invited Florida residents to vote for the best football player of all time from a list of 10 high school stars who later excelled in college and the NFL. The poll spotlights icons including local standout Deion Sanders from North Fort Myers. The News-Press
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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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Dave Matthews Tribute Band Live Concert
6-9 p.m. — Backyard Social — Ticket required — Experience the tribute to the classic Dave Matthews Band sound by a dedicated cover band performing for over 20 years.
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Candlelight Tribute to Queen
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Music & Arts Community Center - Gulf Coast Symphony — Tickets required — Experience the iconic music of Queen in a magical candlelit setting.
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