Good morning, Fort Myers.

Alliance for the Arts is launching its second annual Stage Fright Nights: Summoning the Damned at 10091 McGregor Blvd from Oct.

17 – 31. Early Bird tickets end Sept. 21 and free workshops on select Sundays and evenings invite community members to help build the haunted house.

Bay Street Yard in downtown Fort Myers has announced $3,000 sponsorship opportunities for its 2026-27 event season, offering benefits such as brand inclusion + onsite promotion at events starting Oct.

3. Sponsors gain VIP access and other perks during a range of seasonal shows.

Chocolattés is a new downtown spot in Fort Myers serving fresh crepes, bagels, sandwiches and coffee all day — a space designed for community gatherings and live music.

Owned by Lisa and Willy Wilson, the local café brings a cozy vibe that invites neighbors to connect.

The Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce announced the return of the 36th Annual American Sand Sculpting Championship, scheduled for Nov.

19-23 on Fort Myers Beach. The event will feature 29 sculptors, including master and advanced amateurs, who will create elaborate sand art celebrating 250 years of American history.

Lee County voters reelect incumbent school board member Sam Fisher with 57.58% of the vote in District 1, which covers Cape Coral and nearby areas, as challenger Jenn McDaigle received 42.42% in Tuesday’s contest focusing on fiscal transparency, teacher retention, and parental rights.

Stabilization work began Tuesday at Seven Islands Property in Cape Coral to reshape 545 linear feet of shoreline and prevent erosion after mangroves were removed.

The project, organized by Gulf Gateway Resort + Marina with local, state, and federal agencies, sets the stage for mangrove replanting.

A national advisory warns that Fort Myers residents remain at risk this hurricane season if they wait for forecasts, neglect flood risks, and fail to plan for long power outages.

Officials urge early preparations — topping off gas tanks, readying emergency kits, and checking evacuation zones — before severe weather hits.

Local dietitian Jamie Lee McIntyre shared a quick meal formula for back-to-school that starts with a protein, adds a fruit or vegetable, and includes a whole grain.

She recommends letting kids choose combinations (which eases weekday stress) during busy meal planning days.

Hopsized Brewing Company in Bonita Springs is hosting a seven-course pairing dinner featuring award-winning craft beers, with Chef Greg Shapiro from Grace & Olive Craft Culinary preparing creative dishes to complement each brew.

This event offers diners a fresh taste of fine dining paired with local craft brews.

King is an 8-year-old German Shepherd at Gulf Coast Humane Society who is great with kids and best suited for a single-pet home.

He needs a family to give him walks + cuddles and a warm place to call home.

Six high school football teams in District 4A-12 are gearing up for a competitive 2026 season in Collier and Lee counties, with previews outlining coaching shifts, returning stars, and fresh game plans + playoff hopes.

Local outlets highlight evolving rosters as teams prepare for action.

Four high school football teams in District 4A-11 are gearing up for the 2026 season with renewed rivalries and new coaching changes—Dunbar, Fort Myers, Mariner, and South Fort Myers have promising talent that could reshape district standings.