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Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kevin Joseph Jaimes, 30, was sentenced Tuesday in Fort Myers to 50 years in prison + a $1.9 million fine after being found guilty on 15 charges for trafficking cocaine, fentanyl and methamphetamine following his 2023 arrest during a NETFORCE operation. ABC7
- ➤ A Fort Myers man, Ryeshene DeVonta Bronson, was sentenced Tuesday to 20 years in prison and fined $300,000 for trafficking fentanyl and methamphetamine from a vehicle parked at Colonial Boulevard—an investigation that began in 2023 with undercover operations by police and the DEA. ABC7
- ➤ Ryeshene DeVonta Bronson, a 30-year-old charged with trafficking amphetamines and fentanyl in Lee County, was sentenced to 20 years in prison — with a $300,000 fine — after selling drugs from a vehicle in a retail parking lot under surveillance. WINK News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Alliance for the Arts and Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre are hosting Fringe Fort Myers 2025 from May 29 to June 1 in Fort Myers, presenting independent shows on two stages that include theatre, improv, magic and music. The festival kicks off with a Flamingle reception at 5 p.m. on May 29 and will close with a free awards ceremony at 6 p.m. on June 1 with tickets ranging from $5 to a $120 pass (festival passes provide all-access to the event). Cape Coral Breeze
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lee County commissioners approved more than $1.3M to upgrade the intersection of Daniels Parkway and Treeline Avenue by removing a northbound left turn lane and adding new traffic lanes. The Florida Department of Transportation modified a 2024 agreement to fund the improvements that are expected to ease bumper-to-bumper traffic in Fort Myers. WINK News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today the Fort Myers beach volleyball team won its first regional title by beating Estero three to two in the Class 2A-Region 4 championship game—earning their first Final Four berth—and will travel to Tallahassee to face Gulf Breeze next. Coach Kelly Corr praised the team's steady play and hard work during both matches. The News-Press
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Candles & Corks
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Azaleas On The Corner — Enjoy wine tasting and candle making — Create your own soy scented candle for Mother's Day while savoring delightful wines.
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Jimmy Shubert Comedy Show
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Mother's Day with laughter from comedian Jimmy Shubert.
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Tiger Blue Band Live
7-10 p.m. — Anthony's on the BLVD — No cover charge — Experience an energizing rock performance by Tiger Blue, a local band with spirit.
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Comedy Night with Danielle Mathis and Friends
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Fort Myers Theatre — Limited tickets available — Enjoy an evening of laughter with a talented lineup of comedians.
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Pour Your Own Epoxy Workshop and $10 Flight Night
2-8 p.m. — Fort Myers Brewing Company — Ticket includes drink and $10 beer flights — Craft a unique epoxy charcuterie board while enjoying delicious food and drinks.
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Tuesday Food Trucks
2-10 p.m. — Fort Myers Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy local food trucks and live music while sipping award-winning craft beer.
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Happy Sea Turtle Painting Night
7-9 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $40 per person — Create unique art while enjoying a fun night out with friends.
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The Balloon Glow and Laser Show
5 PM – 2 PM — Lee Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a stunning display of hot air balloons and a dazzling laser show.
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Fashion For A Cause Fashion Show
3-6 p.m. — Edison Mall — Varied pricing — Enjoy a glamorous fashion show featuring local styles, live music, and tasty refreshments while supporting a great cause.
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Virtual Tour of Senior Living Community
9 AM-7 PM — Springwood Court — Free entry — Explore the best dining and living options for seniors in Fort Myers.
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