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Fort Myers
Saturday, May 31st, 2025
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mound House museum in Fort Myers Beach will unveil a new public water quality monitoring station on June 14 at 10:00 a.m. at 451 Connecticut St that collects 14 types of water data—temperature, salinity, turbidity, pH and depth—to educate residents and visitors and support research in Estero Bay. WGCU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The School District of Lee County and Summer BreakSpot are partnering to offer free week-long breakfast and lunch meal kits on selected Mondays from June 9 to July 28 at nine local sites, with parents needing to provide documentation to verify children 18 and under. The district and Summer BreakSpot will also provide free daily meals at over 100 locations — including Cape Coral Parks—every weekday from June 9 to July 30 to ensure children have nutritious meals during the summer. Cape Coral Breeze
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Lee County Public Safety Center reopened Thursday after a ribbon cutting ceremony and added a new building that now houses 70 employees on routine days while accommodating up to 250 during emergencies. The upgraded facility includes modern workstations, a safe room, new showers and a larger kitchen — upgrades expected to improve response efficiency during crises. WGCU
- ➤ Lee County will ban the use of fertilizer with phosphorus or nitrogen from June 1 to Sept. 30 to protect waterways from harmful runoff—homeowners are urged to follow all related guidelines to avoid violations. ABC7
- ➤ Today, the recall committee announced that they collected over 450 signatures—more than the 337 needed—to recall Town councilmembers John King and Karen Woodson, and the petitions were submitted to the Town Clerk’s Office for verification by the Lee County Supervisor of Elections. If verified, King and Woodson will have 30 days to respond before another round of petitions may require their resignation or a special election. Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
- ➤ The Florida Department of Transportation is asking residents to fill out a survey on proposed improvements to Pine Island Road—evaluating widening from four to six lanes, safety upgrades, and better emergency evacuation routes—from Veterans Parkway to west of U.S. 41. ABC7
- ➤ Gov. Ron DeSantis warned Floridians today that federal support through FEMA might drop in future hurricane responses — a change that could force local governments to pay more for storm cleanup expenses. He said that while past disasters received full reimbursement, such aid may not continue as proposed plans take shape. NBC2
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Florida homeowners are urged to review their insurance policies and document home conditions before hurricane season begins on June 1 to secure better claim outcomes; experts advise taking photos or videos and checking for exclusions (such as separate flood coverage) to avoid unexpected costs. The News-Press
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Networking Event & Business Card Exchange
6-8 p.m. — El Estadio Latin Sports Bar & Grill — Free entry — Network with professionals while enjoying complimentary appetizers and a free drink.
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