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Saturday, June 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ During a fire station tour today, a Fort Myers firefighter and his daughter discovered a kitten under a tiller—Tilly now lives with a department admin. ABC7
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On June 5, Michaels acquired Joann's intellectual property and private label brands after the competitor closed its Florida stores following bankruptcy. The arts and crafts store expanded its fabric, sewing, and yarn supplies in 72 local locations — promising former Joann customers new product lines and special offers available later this year. The News-Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Human remains found by a construction worker while digging a line for FPL on Daniels Road in Naples on May 22 were sent for DNA testing by the Collier County Sheriff's Office—officials will compare the results with local missing persons cases. The News-Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lee County’s half-penny sales tax has raised more than $643 million since its approval in 2018—$524 million of which was spent on school construction, maintenance, technology and safety—and will continue to fund capital projects until December 2028. Cape Coral Breeze
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Town of Fort Myers Beach announced that its renourishment work will finish on June 30 due to delays from equipment failures and leaks, which have pushed work into key nesting seasons for sea turtles and shorebirds — contractors have finished the sensitive south section while work continues mid-island. Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Myers Beach Council voted unanimously on Monday to allow electric bikes on sidewalks with a 15 mph speed limit — replacing a 2018 ban. Town officials warned that enforcing the new rule might be challenging and said they will review its impact in a year. Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
SHOP NEWS
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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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Candlelight: The Best of The Beatles
6:00-6:59 p.m. — Music & Arts Community Center — Ticketed event — Experience a magical tribute to The Beatles with a string quartet surrounded by candles.
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Red, White & Boom!
5-10 p.m. — Cape Coral Bridge — Community event — Celebrate Independence Day with fun, community vibes and a spectacular fireworks view.
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