Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of May.
Good morning, Fort Myers.
On Monday at 11 a.m., the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War Camp 2 will hold a Memorial Day ceremony at the Michigan Street entrance of Old Fort Myers Cemetery to honor Christian (Dad) Funck, a drummer boy who enlisted at 13 and later became a respected settler.
Melissa Severance, founder of Inspire Big Dreams, won the INCredible Award from SWFL Inc. on May 23 for her work coaching local business leaders to adopt AI and face rising competition in Collier County — her efforts underscore strong community ties.
Approximately 87 seniors graduated from Canterbury School on Saturday, May 23 at Barbara B.
Mann Performing Arts Hall as families and friends celebrated the milestone in Fort Myers.
Southwest Florida Proton opened a state-of-the-art cancer treatment center in Estero yesterday at 6:00 a.m. to provide proton therapy for pediatric cancers & additional treatments, reducing the need for families to travel for advanced care.
Fort Myers High hosted Cape Coral in a spring football game on Friday night and marked a new chapter with first-year coach Joey Mendes taking charge—honoring longtime matriarch Margaret Sirianni before kickoff as the team fell 56-21 and shifted focus to the fall season.
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.
Greg Morton Live Comedy Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Ticket pricing not listed — Experience an evening of laughter with comedian Greg Morton.
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