Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
Good morning, Fort Myers.
Nancy Olson, who discovered Six Mile Cypress Slough in 2005 on her first weekend in Fort Myers, was elected board president and started her two-year term in March.
With 13 years of volunteer service, Olson now leads efforts to protect the preserve—helping train new volunteers and guide community events.
A forensic artist created a new forensic image of skeletal remains found in Fort Myers in the mid-1990s to help police identify a homeless man aged 18 to 35, noting his past wrist fracture (a detail that may aid in confirming his identity) and urging anyone who recognizes him to contact police.
The Lee County Sheriff's Office is seeking help to find the endangered 16 year old Christina Villagomez-Jimenez who was last seen Tuesday afternoon walking on the 10,000 block of Hampton Street in Bonita Springs — she is 5 ft 3 in and weighs 190 lbs with brown/black hair and brown eyes.
Recent North Fort Myers High theater graduate Mia Zottolo will attend NYU Tisch School of the Arts this fall after a demanding audition process—she battled bronchitis before her audition and secured her acceptance while aiming for a Broadway career.
Southwest Florida remains in drought as low water levels at the Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed and Six Mile Cypress Slough cause fish to gather and birds to feed nearby.
Consistent rains could arrive soon — offering relief for Fort Myers and Naples.
The town finished renourishment work on the south segment on May 18—critical for nesting shorebirds—and the FWC confirmed active nests including 250 least tern nests while work in central and north areas will continue through June with demobilization planned for early July.
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.
Grouper Fest 2025
12-11 PM — Fort Myers Brewing Company — Free entry — Dive into a summer fest with live music and over 30 delicious food trucks.
Grouper Fest 2025
12-8 p.m. — Fort Myers Brewing Company — Free entry — Dive into three weekends of live music, food trucks, and FMBrew beer at the ultimate summer celebration.
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