Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of June.
Good morning, Fort Myers.
Volunteers delivered hurricane preparedness meal kits Tuesday to seniors in Fort Myers to ease storm worries.
The program, a partnership between Florida Power + Light and Community Cooperative, will distribute the remaining kits in coming weeks as hurricane season nears.
On Memorial Day, the White House honored fallen Army Captain Daniel Eggers from Cape Coral at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.
His family shared heartfelt stories of his service and team spirit to preserve his lasting legacy.
Chelsi, a playful 1-year-old mixed breed weighing 35 lbs, was brought in by Gulf Coast Humane Society on Tuesday in Fort Myers — she is good with other dogs but not kids and needs heartworm treatment before adoption.
Visit the shelter at 2010 Arcadia St.
Lee County is hosting the American 250 celebration on July 4 with fireworks, parades, drone shows + live music in Cape Coral, Fort Myers and Estero.
Residents can look forward to a festive day of local events planned for the holiday.
Dr. Jose Leal — the longtime science director and curator at the Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum will retire later this year after 30 years of service.
He boosted the museum’s growth from a volunteer-run collection to an organized repository of 600,000 specimens.
Fort Myers schools and community sites are set to distribute free weekly breakfast and lunch kits for kids 18 and under from June 8 to July 27, as part of a partnership between the School District of Lee County and Summer BreakSpot.
Families must bring proof of student enrollment as days and times may change.
A Lee County resident reported a downed streetlight along Summerlin Road (near Lakewood Boulevard) that has been a hazard for over two years; Florida Power and Light confirmed crews will replace the damaged pole within the next two weeks.
Lee County Utilities installed a new 16-inch water valve on Tuesday night that caused a seven-hour outage and Boil Water Notice for over 1,600 residences and seven businesses along Corkscrew Road and in Verdana Village (starting at 9 p.m.) with the notice set to lift later this week.
Lee County commissioners approved a $2.9M contract to upgrade the sidewalk along Hancock Bridge Parkway from US-41 in North Fort Myers to Del Prado Boulevard in Cape Coral.
Fort Myers-based Andrew Site Work LLC will start construction in August, completing upgrades including a 6-foot-wide sidewalk and water main installation.
Florida officials say that dangerous wildlife such as sharks, alligators, and pythons are more active during summer (a peak time for caution near water), so residents in Fort Myers are advised to stick to designated swimming areas and follow simple safety tips.
The FHSAA released a playoff format for its new Open Division using MaxPreps rankings to set up two round-robin brackets—teams will vie for a state semifinal spot.
A board meeting on June 7—8 will review the plan for sports like football, volleyball, basketball, soccer, baseball and softball.
The FHSAA will review proposed bylaw changes that could bar coaches from using personal funds for recurring expenses such as Uber rides.
The board will meet on June 7-8 after Florida passed the Teddy Bridgewater Act, which allows up to $15,000 for student-athlete welfare.
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.
Mahjong Mondays at Whiskey Creek Country Club
5:30-8 p.m. — Whiskey Creek Country Club — Free entry — Enjoy beginner lessons and open play for experienced mahjong enthusiasts.
Bingo and Bites for Christians
6:30-9 p.m. — Backyard Social — $20 for Non Members + food and drink — Enjoy a night of Bingo, delicious food, and fellowship with local Christians.
Greg Morton Stand-Up Comedy
Evening performance — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an entertaining night with the comedic talent of Greg Morton.
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