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Monday, June 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Seniors aged 65 and up can adopt or foster a cat or dog at no cost through Gulf Coast Humane Society's Silver Paws VIP program—which pays for exams, shots, treatments and end-of-life care. The program, available for seniors living at home or in assisted living, has led to 12 adoptions and 2 fosters since January 1. The News-Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 9-year-old girl bitten by a shark off Boca Grande regained finger movement after surgery at Tampa General Hospital on June 11 where doctors used pins to hold her broken bones and transferred leg arteries to restore blood flow; she will now begin physical therapy to help her hand recover. The News-Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man accused of shooting 25-year-old Alex Johnson in an unprovoked Fort Myers attack is due in court at 8:30 a.m. today—he is also tied to a Michigan murder and an alleged jail beating. WINK News
- ➤ Lee County deputies are searching for 15-year-old Chrisette Bostic, a missing and endangered girl last seen wearing a black jacket with letters KTB, lime green shorts and black shoes — anyone with information should call the sheriff’s office at 239-477-1000 or SWFL Crime Stoppers. Fox 4
- ➤ Lee County deputies are searching for endangered 31-year-old John Leonard Fenton, who was last seen driving a Ford Transit Connect with license plate CABMAN and wearing blue shorts and a light colored T-shirt—call the sheriff’s office or SWFL Crime Stoppers if you have information. Fox 4
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Love Your Rebellion hosted the first night of the 8th annual Babefest at Nice Guys Pizza in Cape Coral on Friday, where North Carolina band Babe Haven performed with Except You, Peace Cult and CAAM. The festival celebrated femme, queer and POC musicians and included a second night in Tampa — organizers plan to hold next year’s event at their new location if it is ready. WINK News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lee Health is building a new 236-bed medical campus in Fort Myers — planned with private rooms for better care — and will open it soon while also expanding services in Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres, and South Lee County to meet growing demand. The expansion will support virtual care and Hospital-at-Home programs to bring modern health services to the community. The News-Press
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 29, The News-Press and Naples Daily News held their awards show at Suncoast Arena and named the Barron Collier Boys Soccer Team as the 2024-25 Boys Team of the Year. A poll remains open until 10 a.m. on June 20 for local readers to vote among the nominees. The News-Press
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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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Women Veteran Warriors Monthly Meeting
6-8 p.m. — MISSION BBQ — Free entry — Connect with fellow women veterans and share stories over delicious BBQ.
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