Good morning, Fort Myers.

Cape Coral residents can honor fallen military on Memorial Day weekend by attending a free service at Coral Ridge Funeral Home at 10 a.m. Monday, a museum tribute with a ship bell ceremony, or a family BBQ on Sunday—each event offering a moment to reflect on local heritage.

The Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War is honoring drummer boy Christian Funck on Memorial Day, May 25, at City of Fort Myers Cemetery given his service in the Union Army during the Civil War and his lasting impact on the community.

A Fort Myers studio is offering hands-on Polynesian dance and lei making classes that invite locals to learn authentic traditions — the courses pass down moves and craft techniques through generations.

Southwest Florida airfields played a key role in training pilots and flexible gunners during World War II, and many local sites now honor that legacy.

A recent event at Buckingham and displays in Centennial Park remind Fort Myers residents of the brave service that helped secure victory.

Tech Sgt. Charles C. Palmer, a WWII turret gunner whose B-24H Liberator was shot down over Kassel on Sept.

27, 1944, will have his remains presented to his cousin Bonnie Rolquin of Bonita Springs on June 5 in ceremonies in Fort Myers & Sarasota National Cemetery.

The Fourth Annual Fort Myers Fringe Festival runs May 28–31 at Off Broadway Palm.

Founder Bill Taylor handpicked a lineup featuring musical storytelling, youth shows, & cult comedy including 'Beers About Songs' & a one-night gorilla performance, with ticket prices under $20.

On May 22, the Lee County Teachers Association said that 457 non-renewal notices, including 275 for teachers, have led to larger class sizes and heavier workloads in local schools — a strain compounded by a loss of about $75 million to voucher programs — and they urged officials to review staffing and funding practices.

Florida’s major school districts, including Miami-Dade, Broward, Hillsborough, Orange and Palm Beach, lost tens of thousands of students from 2023-24 to 2025-26, prompting potential school closures and teacher retrenchments due to lower state funding * Lee County lost 2,315 students and is revising its budget.

A pregnant manatee near term was struck by a boat in Matanzas Pass off Fort Myers Beach on Friday, May 15 and died on Sunday, May 17 at ZooTampa after suffering severe internal injuries; officials urge boaters to follow manatee protection zones & maintain safe speeds.

The FWC will host the Florida Python Challenge from July 10 to July 19 on commission-managed lands to remove invasive Burmese pythons that threaten the Everglades ecosystem.

The event includes mandatory online training and clarifies that the nonvenomous snakes do not attack or eat people.

Boating safety expert Ted Sensenbrenner advises boaters to check life jackets, test batteries and inspect safety gear before leaving the dock to avoid common early-season errors — practices crucial as holiday traffic boosts boating in local waters.

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.

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.

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.

Brincos Dieras

8-11 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall — Tickets start at $117 — Enjoy an engaging theatrical experience in Fort Myers.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bell Tower Yappy Hour

6-8 p.m. — Bell Tower — Free entry — Enjoy happy hour with your furry friends at this local landmark.

Candlelight Concert: Coldplay and Imagine Dragons

8:30-9:30 p.m. — Music & Arts Community Center - Gulf Coast Symphony — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons performed by a string quartet under candlelight.