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Sunday, April 26th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In 2025, Community Cooperative’s Meals on Wheels program delivered more than 129,000 fresh meals to local seniors and disabled individuals, helping them cope with rising living costs. The service also provided wellness checks and pet food to support community members in need. The News-Press
- ➤ The Kappa Alpha Order presented wounded Navy veteran Craig Messina with a $26,000 track chair at FGCU's Swanson Stadium after years of fundraising through events like pumpkin patches & fishing tournaments. The chair will help him spend more time with his children. WINK News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chicken Salad Chick of Cape Coral is set to open on April 29 at 1206 Solaris Drive. Owners Scott Pace and Kendal Potesta are hosting a week-long celebration with free chicken salad for the first 100 guests & additional giveaways on subsequent days. Cape Coral Breeze
- ➤ Walmart is remodeling its Estero Supercenter (19975 S Tamiami Trail) with new layouts, updated pharmacies, and interactive displays as part of a $1.5 billion plan to modernize 58 Florida stores. The upgrade will improve shopping and delivery options (including hour-long delivery promises) and follow recent remodeling projects statewide. The News-Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools honored six teachers at the Golden Apple Banquet held Friday, April 24 at the Caloosa Sound Convention Center in downtown Fort Myers. The event also recognized finalists and educators for outstanding classroom contributions (including music and science achievements). The News-Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers marked Affordable Housing Month by opening Latimer Crossing and breaking ground at Strayhorn Place, Legacy Point & The Arwyn. These projects will add about 775 affordable units for local families, veterans & essential workers in the coming months. The News-Press
- ➤ Drivers on U.S. 41 face delays due to road construction in North Fort Myers as FDOT resequenced the work to better address community concerns — final paving, sidewalk upgrades, and signage will be finished in spring. WINK News
- ➤ Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson issued an emergency rule that requires extra veterinary screenings for animals imported from high-risk Texas counties due to recent New World Screwworm detections near the border. This measure aims to protect the state’s livestock and agricultural industry. WGCU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local restaurant inspections check for issues such as unsanitized dishwashers and expired licenses to keep eateries safe. Inspectors work quickly to ensure problems are fixed and diners have clean places to eat — a routine that benefits the community. The News-Press
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Five local restaurants, including Cape Coral’s Bimini Basin Seafood & Cocktails and Fort Myers Beach’s Dixie Fish Co., serve fresh stone crab claws daily as the season ends on May 1. Diners can enjoy quality seafood at these venues during the final days of a phenomenal season. The News-Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Devin Moore, a Naples High graduate and Florida cornerback, was selected by the Dallas Cowboys with the 114th pick in the NFL Draft Saturday. He is the first Naples High player drafted since 2014, bolstered by a 4.50-second 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine (a sign of his impressive abilities). The News-Press
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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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Jim Breuer Comedy Show
7-11 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Tickets available — Experience a night of laughter with beloved comedian Jim Breuer as he entertains with sharp observations and spontaneous crowd interaction.
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