Sunday, July 27th, 2025

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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters extinguished a car fire along Interstate 75 near Mile Marker 118 just north of the ramp from Bonita Beach Road in Bonita Springs that closed two northbound lanes until 10:12 p.m. on July 26—no injuries were reported. ABC7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sunseeker Resort paid to install a new traffic light on U.S. 41 in Charlotte County directly in front of the resort to boost public safety after local residents raised concerns. The signal is expected to be operational in a couple of weeks — delays from storms and supply issues slowed the project. WINK News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers Fire Department and the Children's Advocacy Center of Southwest Florida warn drivers that hot summer days can make car interiors dangerously warm as temperatures may rise by 20° in ten minutes and nearly hit 150° when the outside heat is in the mid-90s. Their fire truck display uses one clear message—ACT, which stands for Avoid heat stroke, Create reminders, and Take action—to urge everyone to check the back seat before locking their car. WINK News
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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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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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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.
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Yappy Hour at Bell Tower
6-8 p.m. — Bell Tower — Free entry — Celebrate happy hour with your furry friends in a fun community atmosphere.
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SWFL Anime-Fest Summer 2025
10 AM – 5 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops — Ticket details TBD — Celebrate all things anime in a vibrant collectors' paradise.
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Estero Paint Night – Coastal Seashell Serenity
6-9 PM — Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza — Ticket price varies — Create a beach-inspired painting with expert guidance and enjoy delicious pizza and drinks.
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Monthly Music Walk
6:00-9:30 p.m. — Cigar Bar Live — Free entry — Enjoy a diverse lineup of local musicians from jazz to rock in downtown Fort Myers.
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Comedy Night featuring Rodney Norman & Larry Venturino
7:30 p.m. — Fort Myers Theatre — Limited tickets — Enjoy a hilarious night of stand-up comedy with Rodney Norman and friends.
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Freshman Football Game: Bishop Verot vs. Lemon Bay
6-8 p.m. — Bishop Verot Catholic High School — Free entry — Watch the Bishop Verot freshman football team take on Lemon Bay in a spirited home game.
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Financial Power Panel: Plans for Success
11:30 a.m. — Monarcas Authentic Mexican Cuisine Bar & Grill — Admission Info TBA — Gain insights on financial planning for personal and business success from local experts.
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