Good morning, Fort Myers.

Following Hurricane Ian's devastation, first responders from Fort Myers Police Department, the Lee County Sheriff's Office Marine Unit and other agencies completed animal rescue training off Bonita Beach on Friday — a four-day ASPCA-funded exercise designed to practice boat and land emergency techniques.

The Southwest Florida Pride Festival returns today at 2 p.m. at the Sidney and Berne Davis Art Center in downtown Fort Myers after last year's cancellation.

City officials will close sections of Lee and First streets from 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. — police will ensure safety.

Lee County schools and UF have partnered to offer dual enrollment courses this fall for high school juniors and seniors (68 students already signed up) with no added cost, and students must work with their school counselors to meet entry requirements.

According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Fort Myers beachgoers may remove sargassum by hand but must check rules during sea turtle nesting season; using mechanical tools or removing over 100 pounds requires a permit+ a fishing license to protect public health and nesting habitats.

Firefighters nearly contained a 25-acre wildfire in the CREW Wildlife Management Area by Thursday evening, working from the Caloosahatchee Office.

Smoke from the blaze was seen along I-75 in the Flint Pen Strand area east of I-75 off Corkscrew Road.

El Niño is here and may reduce Atlantic hurricane activity while bringing wetter winters and warmer temperatures to Florida, with officials noting a 63% chance of very strong conditions.

Residents should stay tuned for updated forecasts.

Lee Health has partnered with Vend-Rx to add a prescription vending machine at its Convenient Care clinic on Pine Island Road in Cape Coral.

The machine stocks up to 70 medications — dispenses prescriptions with credit card — and may expand to other locations if response remains positive.

A feature details five top food trucks rolling across Florida, with Beau’s BBQ stopping from Fort Myers to Bonita Springs and Dönerlicious serving up German-style fare in Brevard County — each truck offers unique flavors from Texas-style barbecue to Thai street food.

Levi McKenzie, a three-star safety from Riverdale, committed to Vanderbilt football at a ceremony on Friday, June 12, choosing the Commodores over offers from Indiana, Louisville, and Houston.

He also shined as a sprinter (earning bronze at state championships), which boosts his athletic resume.

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.

Celtic Throne II: Psalter of Ireland

7:00-10:30 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Ticket prices vary — Experience a dazzling fusion of Irish dance, music, and cinematic storytelling exploring ancient Ireland.

The Princess Concert

3:30-6:30 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall — Starting at $41.95 — Experience a magical concert featuring unforgettable songs from beloved animated films.

Tiger Blue Band Performance

2-5 p.m. — Ragged Ass Saloon — Enjoy great rock and roll vibes with Tiger Blue as they light up the afternoon.