Good morning, Fort Myers.

Useppa Island Fire Rescue rescued two boaters stranded on Cayo Costa overnight after their parents reported they had not returned; early Thursday the tide freed the boat+ both boaters were unharmed.

At 1301 Estero Blvd, a new 7-Eleven will hold a grand opening on 7/16 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with a ribbon cutting at 11 a.m., while demolition of the 7-Eleven at 6221 Estero Blvd begins for new town hall parking + plans are underway to rebuild additional sites.

Fort Myers restaurant McGregor’s Public House expanded its bar, seating, and kitchen on June 13 and opened adjacent Oak and Vine Celtic Café on June 14 to serve Irish coffee, pastries, and a lighter menu; the owners plan a menu update in six weeks (with new seafood options).

Mak's Asian Kitchen & Sushi marked National Sushi Day on June 18 by highlighting its seven year tradition of quality sushi and cooked dishes using fresh Japanese fish and a range of flavors.

The family run eatery in Fort Myers remains a local favorite.

Southwest Florida Pride Festival lit up the River District of downtown Fort Myers on Saturday, June 13.

The free event featured live performers, drag shows, vendors and a rooftop dance party at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center.

Florida faces relentless heat with indexes topping 105°F and firefighters combating wildfires + high pressure will keep dangerous temperatures through the weekend, so residents should limit outdoor time and stay hydrated.

Lee County approved a $4 million contract to repair Bowditch Park on Fort Myers Beach — repairs will fix park buildings, boardwalks, sidewalks, parking areas, trails and update the 22-slip boat dock, with work set to finish by the end of 2027.

Town of Fort Myers Beach gained over $678K from FEMA to replace park equipment lost in Hurricane Ian at Newton Beach Park.

JR Evans Engineering will update plans at the Town Council meeting on Aug. 24 + construction is projected to finish by early 2028.

The Florida Department of Health in Lee County warns swimmers to avoid water activities at LCSP-7 Sanibel Causeway in Fort Myers due to high Enterococcus levels noted Wednesday (test results revealed unsafe conditions).

The advisory remains until bacteria levels drop below safe limits.

Local retailers and restaurants offer Father's Day freebies and discounts for dads and families, including $1 smoothies at Jamba Juice, bonus points at Dunkin, and free grill equipment on June 20.

Cabela's will host a free family fishing event on June 20—21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The LPA approved the new Silver Sands Resort on Estero Boulevard (60 rooms, 2,500 sqft commercial space, 46 parking spaces) this week.

Town Council will hold public hearings on Aug. 3 before the project moves forward.

Officials approved a plan for the former Wyndham Resort property that will bring food trailers, alcohol sales, an 11,200 sqft tiki structure, a pool with lazy river and live music.

The proposal now goes to Town Council and is expected to open this upcoming season.

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.

Made In America 250 Tribute Concert

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Fort Myers Theatre — $20.00-$30.00 — Celebrate America's 250th with a musical tribute to legends like Sinatra and Elvis.

R&B Sip and Paint Experience

4-8 p.m. — Elite Lounge — Drinks and food available — Immerse in soulful R&B vibes while unleashing your creativity on canvas.

Explorers Summer Camp at Bell Tower

10 a.m. — Bell Tower — Registration required — A fun-filled summer adventure for young explorers featuring activities and creative learning.