Good morning, Fort Myers.

The Spirit of ’45 event will return on August 10 at The Club at Pelican Preserve in Fort Myers — dinner begins at 4:15 p.m. and the ceremony honoring WWII veterans will conclude around 7:15 p.m. The event's chairman urges the public to notify veterans and offers sponsorships with reservations required by Aug. 3.

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Fort Myers Beach Flotilla 91 will host a Boat America Responsible Boating Course on July 19 at the Pine Ridge Community Center at 15660 Pine Ridge Road to teach water rules, boat equipment use and emergency preparation — the $45 course aims to help local families and solo boaters practice safe boating ahead of World Drowning Prevention Day on July 25.

Captiva’s Bubble Room reopens today at 11 a.m. with its near-original look nearly three years after Hurricane Ian forced its closure — visitors might notice a few upgrades and will be served on a first-come, first-served basis.

On Saturday, a protester's leg was run over when a Jeep hit him outside Alligator Alcatraz on U.S. 41 — he was taken to Kendall Regional Hospital while Florida Highway Patrol responded and the driver remained on the scene.

Police and fire crews surrounded a Cape Coral home on Country Club Blvd just after midnight on July 13 using flashing lights plus crime scene tape while neighbors saw officers detain several individuals in handcuffs.

Jacob Tate lost control and crashed his vehicle into several cars at a Perkins parking lot in Lehigh Acres, causing at least one serious injury before he was arrested for multiple DUI counts—he reportedly fell asleep at the wheel.

A Florida-born Palestinian-American from Port Charlotte named 20-year-old Sayfollah Musallet was killed on Friday in the West Bank by Israeli settlers while defending his family's land in Sinjil - his family now calls for a U.S. State Department investigation.

Today, the FDOT and partners launched Operation Southern Slow Down in Fort Myers to reduce speeding crashes—starting with a press conference at the Florida Highway Patrol on Daniels Parkway at 10 a.m. The week-long campaign will promote safer driving habits on interstates and state highways through collaboration with local law enforcement.

Lee Health plans to open a new healthcare facility in the Bimini Square area of Cape Coral this fall—its services will include adult and pediatric primary care, behavioral health, imaging and lab services, and pediatric rehabilitation for local residents and visitors.

Lee Health will open its state-of-the-art medical center at Bimini Square in Cape Coral this fall — the facility will offer services such as adult primary care, cardiology, and pediatric rehabilitation to meet growing community needs.

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!

LIFCON 2025

All day — Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa — $449.00 – $499.00 — Experience the annual LaBlast® Fitness convention with like-minded fitness enthusiasts.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Owl Pellet Dissection Workshop

1:30-3:00 p.m. — Collaboratory — Registration required — Discover the fascinating world of owls through hands-on dissection activities.

After Hours Networking Mixer

4-5 p.m. — Milhous Pub — Free entry — Connect with local entrepreneurs and expand your network in a relaxed setting.

Back to School Bash

10 AM – 1 PM — Bell Tower — Free entry — Celebrate the end of summer with family fun and excitement at a community gathering.