Good morning, Fort Myers.

Volunteers gathered Saturday morning at Memorial Gardens to honor fallen veterans by placing flags at their graves.

A ceremony will begin Monday at 9:30 a.m. with a U.S. Coast Guard flyover—Lee Health is also recruiting volunteers for flag placement at Hodges and City cemeteries.

A brush fire ignited today in Gateway near a golf course by Southwest Florida International Airport and firefighters using ground crews and aerial support quickly controlled the blaze while officials confirmed flight operations remained unaffected and the cause is under investigation.

A community gathered to mourn 14-year-old Nestor, who died when a truck hit him while he was riding his bike on Palm Beach Boulevard on Thursday—his friends have set up donation boxes at a local market to help cover his funeral costs and repatriate his body to Guatemala.

Authorities confirmed that the body of missing Cape Coral woman Brenda Corbin, reported missing on May 20 from the 2700 block of Southeast 18th Avenue, was found near Bermont Road and Chiquita Drive in Charlotte County (her next of kin were notified) as Cape Coral detectives lead the investigation (with help from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission).

Black Birders Week celebrates the Sparrow Family and runs today through May 31, organized by The Black AF In STEM Collective which supports Black STEM professionals in natural resources and the environment.

The event honors the resilience and adaptability of sparrows + highlights their role in promoting community engagement in conservation efforts.

$10 Flight Night

2-8 p.m. — Fort Myers Brewing Company — $10 for a flight — Savor your favorite craft beers or discover new brews at Southwest Florida’s first craft brewery.

Perry Sak Live Comedy Show

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Tickets Required — Enjoy a night of laughter with Mardi Gras Comedy Challenge winner Perry Sak.

Danae Hays: The First Time Tour

8-9:30 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a blend of comedy and music from the rising star Danae Hays in her debut tour.

PokeKon 2025: All PokeMon Show

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Fort Myers — Tickets available — Celebrate all things PokeMon with vendors, activities, and fellow fans.

On-Site Tour of Senior Living Community

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — The Rose Garden Of Fort Myers — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living options and delicious dining experiences.

Tommy D Stand-Up Comedy Show

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with rising star Tommy D as he shares his humorous take on life experiences.

Leanne Morgan Comedy Show

7-9 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of relatable humor and Southern charm with celebrated comedian Leanne Morgan.

SWFL SpaceCon - ComicCon & Sci-fi Convention

10 AM – 6 PM — German American Social Club of Cape Coral — $15 General Admission ($12 in costume) — Experience a cosmic collision of comics, sci-fi, anime, and gaming with special guests and non-stop entertainment.

Magnified! Kids Camp

9 AM – 12 PM — Laurel Estates — Refer to event page for cost — A fun and educational kids camp exploring the wonders of God's world.

Fort Myers Paint Party: Fabulous Flocking Flamingo

6-9 p.m. — Sea-Craft Waterfront Tiki — Tickets required — Unleash your creativity at a fun paint party featuring flamingos and tropical vibes.