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Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On May 1, the weekly Grocery Shopping Poll asked local shoppers to report pricing errors on their receipts. Readers were invited to participate via email or an interactive tool (SW Florida) to support local journalism. The News-Press
- ➤ Jaycee Park in Cape Coral reopened Thursday, April 30 after a $12 million renovation that took over a year – it now offers a new bandshell, splash pad, playground, and boardwalk views for families. The News-Press
- ➤ Letter carriers in Florida will pick up non-perishable food on May 9 & deliver it to local food pantries to help combat hunger. Residents can support the drive by leaving a bag by their mailbox. The News-Press
- ➤ Collaboratory marked its 50th anniversary on May 1 with a celebration that honored nearly $150 million in grants awarded since 1976 and launched a $250,000 matching challenge from the Philos Foundation to boost the SWFL Resilience Fund. The foundation continues to support scholarships and community projects across the region. The News-Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The School District of Lee County held a news conference on Friday at 2:00 p.m. in Fort Myers to discuss proposed budget cuts with Superintendent Denise Carlin and Florida Education Commissioner Anastasios Kamoutsas co-leading the briefing. ABC7
- ➤ Four Gateway Charter School students won awards at the state Invention Convention and will head to the U.S. Nationals from June 3-5 in Dearborn (their third national appearance reflecting the school’s strong STEAM focus). Cape Coral Breeze
- ➤ The new FGCU Deep Tech Club, led by president Mia Mellor, plans to launch two 12-foot rockets by late September for research on payload issues — it has also applied to send a project to the International Space Station by spring. WGCU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lee County Utilities lifted the water boil notice for 1,600 homes + 22 businesses in North Fort Myers after installing a new 12-inch water valve and replacing a section of water pipe, and bacterial testing confirmed the drinking water is safe. WINK News
- ➤ Governor Ron DeSantis held a press conference at Fort Myers High School at 9:30 a.m. Friday with Education Commissioner Anastasios Kamoutsas in attendance. The event offered community members updated insights on education matters. ABC7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ FC Naples team doctor Dr. Bryan Hanyspiak will lead a free sports injury prevention workshop for young athletes on May 7 at the Pine Ridge location, where players like Max Glasser will join kids for a meet-and-greet after the event. WINK News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former SFCA head coach Roy Stabler left the team yesterday after three seasons that included a district championship to coach Augusta Christian near Alabama — interim head coach Matt Davidson, LaBelle High’s all-time rushing leader, now leads the program. The News-Press
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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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MIKE TRAMP: The Voice of WHITE LION Live
6-10:30 p.m. — Stet's Bar — Check venue for ticket pricing — Experience a solo acoustic performance from the legendary voice of White Lion.
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Protoje & The Indiggnation with Jesse Royal
7-10 p.m. — The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon — Ticket prices vary — Experience the reggae invasion featuring Protoje's greatest hits live in Fort Myers.
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