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Sunday, July 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Recent storms damaged the roof at St. John XXIII Catholic Church, and the church closed two large sections for weekend Mass with the back door area kept open for easier access (attendees are asked to enter through the narthex and use the open chapel for seating). ABC7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers has a historic waterfront property at 2505 1st St that was bought by Montana cattleman John T. Murphy in 1899 and built in 1901 in the Georgian Revival style. The home—once hosting guests like Thomas Edison and Henry Ford—is now a living history museum and event venue for locals to explore its rich past. The News-Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Hurricane Center outlined an area over Florida for potential tropical development with a 20% chance of storm formation over the next seven days—bringing heavy rainfall and thunderstorms to the Gulf Coast. The forecast also warns that Monday will be a Gulf Coast Weather Impact Day because of flooding risks in southwest Florida. ABC7
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers alum Zach Root, who posted a 9-6 record with a 3.62 ERA and 126 strikeouts for Arkansas, is set to be selected early in the MLB Draft today in Atlanta. If chosen, he will become Southwest Florida’s first major league first-round pick in seven years as fans can watch rounds 1-3 starting at 6 p.m. The News-Press
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Valvoline Instant Oil Change School Supply Drive
Join Valvoline Instant Oil Change® for our annual #DriveForSuccess School Supply Drive to support students in Lee and Collier County. Donate new school supplies and receive 20% off your total purchase as a thank-you for giving back from July 14th - August 3rd!
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LIFCON 2025
All day — Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa — $449.00 – $499.00 — Experience the annual LaBlast® Fitness convention with like-minded fitness enthusiasts.
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The Little Mermaid Musical
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM — Fort Myers Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Dive into a magical underwater adventure with Ariel and her enchanting journey.
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ABWA Sunset Cruise on the Gulf!
6-9 p.m. — Salty Sam's Marina — Ticket required — Enjoy a picturesque sunset cruise with fellow members and raffle opportunities on the Gulf.
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Kids in the Hall: Brain Candy Screening with Kevin McDonald
7-9 p.m. — Fort Myers Theatre — $ — Experience a special screening of the cult classic Brain Candy followed by an engaging Q&A with Kevin McDonald.
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Basketball Camp: Point Guard College
July 21-25 — Florida Southwestern State College — $995 — Elevate your basketball skills and become a smarter player on the court at this immersive camp experience.
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Fort Myers Art Night: Swimming with Turtles
6-9 p.m. — Sea-Craft Waterfront Tiki — Cost of painting supplies — Get creative with tropical vibes while painting sea turtles and enjoying delicious food and drinks.
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Open House for Stunning Villa
1-4 p.m. — 10406 Santiva Way — Free entry — Explore an immaculate 2-bedroom villa with luxury upgrades and a serene preserve view.
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Owl Pellet Dissection Workshop
1:30-3:00 p.m. — Collaboratory — Registration required — Discover the fascinating world of owls through hands-on dissection activities.
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After Hours Networking Mixer
4-5 p.m. — Milhous Pub — Free entry — Connect with local entrepreneurs and expand your network in a relaxed setting.
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