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Fort Myers
Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Disciples of Hope holds monthly outreach at Merchants Crossing in North Fort Myers, where volunteers serve hot meals+hand out clothing+provide basic health care to over 100 people. The ministry was started in 2020 to help residents regain stability. WINK News
- ➤ Bonita Springs began as a surveyor’s camp called Survey in the late 1800s when homesteaders settled along the Imperial River. Investors renamed it Bonita Springs in 1912, and after slow growth and a brief loss of its city charter, locals approved city status in 1999 — a common evolution in the area. The News-Press
- ➤ More than 450 participants joined a record-breaking 5K at JetBlue Park Saturday morning to raise $56K for Mothers Against Drunk Driving’s services to support safer roads + provide free aid to families, with WINK News anchor Taylor Petras emceeing the event. WINK News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Andrew West, the breaking visual journalist for The News-Press and Naples Daily News, discusses his love for photography and storytelling in a Q&A interview today. Inspired by National Geographic, he recently covered the Great Florida Cattle Drive to bring local awareness through his images. The News-Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 214 seniors from Bishop Verot High School graduated on Saturday, May 16 at the school’s gymnasium. The ceremony was emotional for the graduates + their families as they marked an important milestone. The News-Press
- ➤ Evangelical Christian School held its graduation ceremony at First Christian Church in Fort Myers on Friday, May 15 & 72 seniors earned their diplomas, marking the class of 2026. The News-Press
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Costco will replace its Cypress Lake Drive location with a larger store on a 55-acre site at Colonial Boulevard and Plantation Road for $55 million. Construction will begin early next year—pending remaining permit approvals. ABC7
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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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LA Hardy Comedy Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Comedy show — Enjoy a night filled with laughter from La Hardy at one of Fort Myers' favorite venues.
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