Sunday, June 15th, 2025

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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Lee County Black History Society is hosting its annual Juneteenth Community Celebration at the STARS Complex in Fort Myers on June 21 from 4 to 8 p.m. Attendees will enjoy live music, food trucks, children’s activities, and a fireworks display — the event is free to the public. WGCU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Country music star Luke Bryan headlined the first concert at the new Fenway South venue at JetBlue Park on June 14—drawing a near-capacity crowd to a stadium that can host 17,000 fans. More major shows are planned in a collaboration between the Red Sox and Live Nation to boost local entertainment. The News-Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hurricane season has begun and no storms threaten the area today while the state legislature considers a tax holiday for hurricane supplies. Residents can review their plans, clear yards, and secure their homes—preparing now to avoid future problems. WGCU
- ➤ The Mound House opened a new water quality monitoring station on Fort Myers Beach Saturday morning to give the public live water data—its ribbon-cutting ceremony occurred at 10 a.m. on June 1. ABC7
SHOP NEWS
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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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Priority Business Solutions Freedom 5K & Kid's Fun Run
7-10 a.m. — Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral — $20 entry — Participate in a festive 5K run and kids' fun run benefiting local initiatives.
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Kids Fishing Event
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Bass Pro Shops — Free entry — Equip your little anglers with rods and bait for some catch and release fun on the back lake!
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Open House in Verdana Village
12-3 p.m. — 18651 Ives Dr, Estero, FL — Free entry — Explore a stunning custom saltwater pool home featuring numerous upgrades and community amenities.
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