Good morning, Fort Myers.

Fort Myers will mark Juneteenth with an art event at McCollum Hall on Friday, June 19 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and a Freedom Run 5K plus film screening on Saturday, June 20 — local leaders stress the importance of unity and remembering history.

Starting June 29, Edison and Ford Winter Estates will host a series of history presentations celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary plus offer behind-the-scenes tours and living history characters, with special ticketed events on July 6 to honor Mina Edison.

Players Circle Theater in Fort Myers will present Pulitzer Prize-finalist play 'Love Letters' from June 11–14, featuring a unique rotating cast of local media and community leaders.

Directed by Betty Nordstrom & Kelly Jo Madoian, the event offers five performances with tickets starting at $35.

A former Island Coast High School teacher faces a judicial hearing today for possible termination after she reportedly tested positive for cocaine, allowed students to vape in class, shared her personal vape device, and sold snacks to them + the hearing will decide her employment status.

A record sargassum bloom is washing onto Gulf beaches, causing foul odors and discomfort as cleanup crews blend seaweed on the sand.

Scientists warn that warmer waters and changing winds may drive more seaweed ashore — local officials will monitor conditions closely.

Residents in Fort Myers, North Fort Myers, and Cape Coral felt strong tremors from an earthquake near Cuba on Monday, shaking furniture and devices in homes and offices.

Lee County officials said inspections showed no building damage & normal county operations.

Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation documented over 340 sea turtle nests on the islands this nesting season, including 340 loggerhead & 2 green nests.

Fifty-three nests were damaged by coyotes and 19 were washed out by high tide in late May, a rise from last season.

Lee County will hold a ribbon cutting at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 30 under the south side of the new Big Carlos Pass Bridge near Lovers Key State Park.

The project also creates an artificial reef — repurposed from bridge materials.

Construction began Monday on Access 26 Family Food Truck Park at Estero Boulevard across from Fort Myers Beach Town Hall.

The project will offer food truck spaces, a restaurant, retail, beach access + a parking lot, with restrictions on operating hours and live music.

Some seats from the historic City of Palms — once used by the Boston Red Sox during spring training — can be purchased for $100 as the stadium is set for demolition soon.

Backyard Social in Fort Myers will host a weekend of soccer celebrations starting tomorrow at 3 pm with the World Cup opening match viewing, followed by a Team USA watch party Friday at 8 p.m. and a 'Drink Around the World' celebration Saturday at 5 pm (16371 Corporate Commerce Way) that will offer international-inspired drinks.

The Fort Myers Mighty Mussels announced that general admission is $5 from June 9 through the end of the season, making baseball more affordable for local families.

Friday night fireworks will return at Hammond Stadium starting June 12 & add excitement with themed game promotions.

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.

The Legends - Live Merengue Performance

9:00 p.m. — Luxury Lounge Fort Myers — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant energy of live merengue typical music from The Legends.

Vince Gill's 50 Years from Home Tour

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night with one of country music's legends as he celebrates five decades in the industry.

PokeKon Fest

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Fort Myers — $20, Kids under 11 free — Celebrate all things Pokémon at this family-friendly festival.