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Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Fort Myers families joined the Kids Kourt event organized by the Children's Advocacy Center where children, paired with an Assistant State Attorney, argued cases in a mock courtroom led by Judge Robert Branning. Fathers defended their positions while the judge explained due process (a key part of the justice system) to help everyone understand how courts work. Fox 4
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A three-car crash late Sunday temporarily closed both directions of U.S. 41 near Victoria and Edison avenues in Fort Myers – two people were hospitalized, several others sustained minor injuries, and the southbound lanes reopened early Monday as investigators continued looking into the incident. WINK News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Lehigh woman, 42-year-old Marianne Isnar, was arrested on Sunday after deputies found her two children left in a non-running vehicle at a Dollar Tree on Homestead Road where the car's interior reached 100 degrees. WINK News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Heights Center distributed free school supplies to hundreds of children on Saturday in Fort Myers. Around 40 volunteers handed out book bags, pencils, and notebooks—helping families get ready for the school year starting August 11. Fox 4
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers has opened a new $2.6M firefighter training facility that replaces a 50-year-old building and features live fire exercises in shipping containers — the facility took six months to build to boost emergency response skills. WINK News
- ➤ The City Council met Monday morning to discuss restoring McCollum Hall, which had sat stagnant for 20 years in the heart of Fort Myers — officials said they would work with the Community Redevelopment Agency and developers to decide the best plan. The project aims to revitalize the landmark for the Dunbar community and the entire city. WINK News
- ➤ Lee County Domestic Animal Services will team with the Sheriff’s Office to hold a free kitten adoption event at Miromar outreach center in Estero on Aug. 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.—adoption fees will be waived for approved applications. Cape Coral Breeze
- ➤ FEMA’s recent visit produced a list of 252 Fort Myers Beach properties that need attention by August 8. Town Manager Will McKannay said owners can now contact the Town to verify if their property is on the list — only individual addresses will be provided. Beach Talk Radio
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lee County high school football teams started practice on July 28 and no team has yet won an FHSAA title + a poll now asks locals to vote on which team is most likely to reach the state championship game. 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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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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