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Fort Myers
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Gov. DeSantis visited Fort Myers High School to sign new legislation allowing districts to offer pay incentives to teachers in low-performing schools amid a reported $92 million deficit from declining enrollment and spending cuts. Superintendent Carlin said further staffing reductions will be detailed on May 12. North Fort Myers Neighbor
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Build-A-Bear recalled its Heartwarming Hugs weighted plush bear after a reported zipper slider detachment posed a choking hazard on May 2, affecting model number (34464) and roughly 36,000 bears sold from January to March. ABC7
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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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Weird Al Yankovic Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Hertz Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarious and iconic musical comedy of Weird Al Yankovic in an unforgettable multimedia show.
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