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Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ What’s Up FMB President Dawn Miller will host a radio show at 10 a.m. on Saturday at the Margaritaville terrace to share beach event plans, including a fireworks update, and TPI’s Tom Torgerson will offer a Silver Sands Resort briefing and discuss the local economy with live giveaways. Beach Talk Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lee County School District faces a nearly $50 million deficit that could lead to staffing cuts and reduce funds at Edison Park Elementary in Fort Myers (with estimates of up to $700,000 in cuts), leaving parents and students worried about losing key programs like music class. WINK News
- ➤ The Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife is now accepting registrations for the 2026 Conservation Summer Camp at CROW on Sanibel-Captiva Road. Students (grades K-8) will explore wildlife and science in sessions during June and July with deadlines on May 21 for June and June 25 for July. Beach Talk Radio
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the FWC launches the 2026 Southwest Florida Invasive Freshwater Fish Roundup — anglers in groups of one to four can join to target invasive fish in popular freshwater spots, and the event will wrap up with a weigh-in at the Bass Pro Shop at 10040 Gulf Center Drive. ABC7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jaxi Builders’ plan for a 32-story, two-tower condo on Fort Myers’ eastern edge is uncertain after CRA commissioners tied their vote + rejecting a request to amend a 2015 tax incentive for $15.1 million; developers said they will explore new options amid rising costs. WGCU
- ➤ Wilson Pigott Bridge reopened Thursday afternoon after a 10-day closure during which crews installed heavy steel panels and completed welding to improve the aging deck; the upgrade is a temporary fix ahead of a full replacement planned for 2028. NBC2
- ➤ Crews from Lee County DOT will resurface Burnt Store Road starting Monday, Apr. 27 with one lane closed at a time while milling and paving on Pine Island Road are scheduled overnight May 13-14 (flagging personnel assisting traffic). Both projects aim to improve drainage and secure key evacuation routes. WGCU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Everblades set an ECHL record for fewest goals allowed this season and will host the Savannah Ghost Pirates today at 7:30 p.m. in Game 1 of the best-of-seven South Division Semifinals, following a record-breaking end to the regular season and a retirement ceremony for former captain John McCarron. The News-Press
- ➤ After a wild bunt sent his teeth flying, Gus Fusco returned quickly to the field—wearing a modified airsoft mask—while he remains on a non-chew diet as his team benefits from his quick recovery. 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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