Good morning, Fort Myers.

Sanibel will honor 2,977 lives lost on Sept.

11 with A Field of Heroes memorial at Community Park, where residents may sponsor American flags (each marking a victim) to complete the tribute, and a free morning ceremony will be held at the Community House.

Community Cooperative released its August 2026 Mobile Food Pantry schedule to serve families across Southwest Florida, with distributions on select dates in Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Bonita Springs and North Fort Myers, including school-based times and eligibility for veterans and Presbyterian residents (ID required and bring your own bags).

Lee County Domestic Animal Services (LCDAS) is joining NBCUniversal Local’s Clear the Shelters campaign this August to promote pet adoptions and reduce fees.

Adoption fees drop to $40 for dogs and $20 for cats, and all fees are waived on Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Banner Drive shelter.

Community Cooperative released its August Mobile Food Pantry schedule offering emergency groceries across Southwest Florida (including school-based distributions for veterans and specific residents) from Tuesday, Aug.

4 through Thursday, Aug. 27 at varied locations in Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Bonita Springs and Lehigh Acres.

Spirit Halloween is gearing up for its record season in Florida as many locations open in August — the Fort Myers store at 4610 South Cleveland Avenue is already operating and another at 15271 McGregor Boulevard Suite 31 will open in September.

Wolfmoon bakery in Bonita Springs, known for its artisanal coffee + pastries prepared in an open kitchen, is launching an expansion with a new Naples location and a mobile espresso van for community events; the owner said the bakery will soon roast its own coffee.

Two candidates are running in the primary for Lee County School Board District 6 (incumbent Jada Langford-Fleming and challenger India Palencia) as voters countywide choose their education leader, focusing on student safety, transparent budgets and quality public education in Fort Myers.

The Lee County School Board District 4 primary features four candidates + only District 4 residents may vote in this non-partisan race.

Voters can learn about the candidates' plans for school safety, academic achievement, and responsible budgeting.

Drivers in south Lee County should prepare for a traffic shift on the new Three Oaks Parkway Extension today if weather permits, as southbound traffic moves to the inside lane.

Officials provided a map showing red-marked closures and urged extra travel time during the project.

Developers want to build a 60-room hotel at Silver Sands cottages and a restaurant with food trucks, tiki bar, and entertainment at the former Wyndham Garden Inn; the Fort Myers Beach Town Council will review the plans today at 9 a.m.—a second hearing is set for Aug.

24.

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.