Good morning, Fort Myers.

Keep Lee County Beautiful received a Neighborhood Grant from The Starbucks Foundation + the grant recognizes its efforts on litter prevention, environmental education, and community beautification in Lee County.

Compassionate Southwest Florida celebrates one year of fostering kindness in our community and will host its 12th Community Conversation on Saturday, Jul.

25 to discuss issues like housing, mental health and veteran support as local organizers welcome new voices to drive ongoing projects.

Matlacha resident Carol Scott worked nearly two years to get dozens of rusty utility relays removed from the streets after calling for help.

WINK News contacted Lumen and Lee DOT, and crews began repairs along Island and Bridgeview.

Beacon of Hope in St. James City hosts Music Mondays every Monday from 6 to 7 p.m., offering free sessions led by local musicians for all ages; the program will feature a community performance on Friday, Aug.

22 at Pine Island United Methodist Church.

Fort Myers Beach Power Squadron is offering safe boating classes so boaters can earn a Florida Boater ID Card.

The 4-hour sessions are scheduled for August 8 & 15, October 3 & 10, and December 5 & 12 at the Classroom Office on San Carlos Boulevard.

The Fort Myers Beach Kids Foundation hosted its annual Scholarship Awards Dinner at St. Raphael’s Comfort Hall — catered by local Chef Kevin Paridiso — awarding $28,000 in scholarships to 26 local applicants.

Estero Island Historical Society President Ellie Bunting spoke, and two awards honored family legacies.

Florida Gulf Coast University's Southwest Florida Leadership Institute expanded partnerships with Lee Health, Aurora Anguilla, the Charitable Foundation of the Islands and Sanctuary Golf Club to develop 10,000 leaders by 2036.

The institute will launch customized cohorts in 2026 + provide scholarships supported by philanthropic funds.

Lee County Public School students will return to school on Tuesday, Aug.

11, with the district opening three new schools and expanding two others; Florida shoppers can also enjoy the tax-free sales event on school supplies (up to state limits) until Aug. 20.

FEMA announced today a $5.5 million award to rebuild Fort Myers Beach Pier, which was destroyed by Hurricane Ian in 2022.

Lee County officials say construction could begin as early as August and finish in 2028 + the new pier will be larger than the original.

Fort Myers and Cape Coral received a Municipal Achievement Award for Environmental Stewardship for their Caloosahatchee Connect water reuse project — providing over 5.6 billion gallons of reclaimed water since January 2024 to serve 16,500 homes.

Traffic and pedestrian signals at the Times Square intersection in Fort Myers Beach are set to resume operation this September — officials say the repairs will improve safety for drivers and pedestrians — after Hurricane Ian damage and with additional upgrades funded by FEMA.

A new social media trend called mommymaxxing is flooding feeds with idealized parenting content that leaves some Fort Myers moms feeling pressured (mental health counselors warn against unrealistic comparisons).

Lee Health has introduced the 4th Trimester Club, meeting Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Golisano Children’s Hospital.

The San Carlos All-Stars 16U Babe Ruth baseball team won the regional championship and will represent the southeast at the World Series in Branson, Missouri.

The team is preparing and raising funds to cover travel and tournament expenses.

Spanish Comedy Night with Francisco Ramos

9:30 PM — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of laughter with renowned Latino comedians sharing their humorous stories.

Nike Basketball Camp at South Fort Myers High School

9 a.m.-3 p.m. — South Fort Myers High School — $420 — Elevate your basketball skills with expert coaching and fun competitions.

Group Ukulele Lessons

2-3 p.m. — Alliance for the Arts — Free — Strum, sing, and connect through music in a welcoming ukulele class for all skill levels.

The Wizard of Oz

7:30 p.m. — Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Follow the Yellow Brick Road in this beloved musical adventure with memorable songs and characters.

Kris Fried at Snappers Comedy Club

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Tickets from $62 — Kris Fried brings an unforgettable comedy experience to Fort Myers.