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Fort Myers
Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Midwest Food Bank Florida in Fort Myers announced on May 13 that a grant from The League Club will expand its Hope Pack Program, which supplies nutritious weekend meals to children. The funds will help more than 200 nonprofit partners deliver fresh produce, protein and staples to local families. The News-Press
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Costco will build a new store on a 55-acre site near Colonial Boulevard and Plantation Road after acquiring and rezoning it. The larger site will add 900 parking spaces and more gas pumps (exceeding the current Cypress Lake store), with developers expected to break ground by year’s end. WINK News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ North Fort Myers hosts the annual City of Palms Dog Show Cluster today at Mike Greenwell Regional Park — over 3,000 dogs and more than 100 American Kennel Club breeds, including French bulldogs, golden retrievers, and rare Xolos, vie for championship points over four days with free admission and parking. The News-Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At the IMAG aquarium, visitors explore Florida’s coastal life with coral, mangrove trees, shrimp cleaning fish & baby horseshoe crabs while summer camps, including Operation Neptune Camp from July 13-17, offer hands-on marine science learning. ABC7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Fort Myers broke ground today on the Wellfield Expansion Project to improve water supply following Hurricane Ian outages. The project will add 12 water wells and lay 20,000 ft of water main starting in June, funded by a $55M grant from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. WINK News
- ➤ The Fort Myers Housing Authority will open waitlists Monday, May 18 (8 to 10 a.m.) for six Project-Based Voucher Program properties across Lee County. Eligible residents can apply online for units available on a first come, first served basis in communities for families and seniors. WGCU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Since the FDA removed its black box warning on hormone replacement therapy months ago, local pharmacies in Fort Myers are short of estrogen patches as more women under 60 seek relief for menopausal symptoms. Doctors warn HRT may not suit everyone (it remains a personal choice). The News-Press
- ➤ Lee Health held a groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, May 13 for a new 60,000 sqft pediatric outpatient surgery center near Golisano Children's Hospital in Fort Myers, which will open in 2027. The News-Press
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Legacy Harbour Marina will officially reopen in spring 2026 after a $15 million redevelopment of its 13-acre downtown waterfront site on West First Street along the Caloosahatchee River. The rebuild following Hurricane Ian in 2022 includes a new marina & harbor master building with modern amenities. Florida Weekly
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers golfers have struggled with high winter green fees that nearly doubled past rates, straining budgets and reducing play frequency across local courses. This summer, some courses plan to lower prices to about $65 for 18 holes, offering relief to enthusiasts. The News-Press
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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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Cape Coral / Fort Myers Speed Dating for Singles Aged 35-49
8:15-10:15 p.m. — Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center — Ticketed event — Connect with local singles through engaging mini-dates at a vibrant art venue.
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Brincos Dieras
8-11 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall — Tickets start at $117 — Enjoy an engaging theatrical experience in Fort Myers.
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FGCU Storytelling Conference
Jun 5-7 — Florida Gulf Coast University — Free entry — Explore the healing power of storytelling with workshops and performances from renowned storytellers.
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Fleet Feet Big Run
8:00 – 10:30 AM — Bell Tower — Free entry — A welcoming event for walkers and runners of all levels at a key Fort Myers destination.
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K-PopKon Fest
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Fort Myers — $20 — Experience Florida's premier K-Pop convention with diverse fandoms and collectibles.
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