Good morning, Fort Myers.

Sizzle Dining will run from Sept.

3 to Sept. 30 with 127 restaurants in Lee and Collier counties offering fixed-price meals where each purchase donates $1 to Blessings in a Backpack to help feed local children. Organizers expect more than 80,000 meals to boost the local dining scene — supporting restaurant staff and community businesses.

Frontier Airlines will launch 20 new routes starting in November from airports including Fort Lauderdale—Spirit’s hub—offering fares as low as $29 and running through February while Spirit faces financial struggles.

The carrier aims to capture more market share and give Fort Myers travelers extra affordable flight options.

On Thursday afternoon in Fort Myers, police said a hit-and-run nearly caused a car to crash into a home at the corner of Lafayette & Pauldo Streets, leaving one person injured and two people detained.

Fort Myers Beach renourishment project is complete after several delays from hurricanes and equipment issues; the $22 million effort added nearly every inch of the 7-mile island with 950,000 cubic yards of new sand to protect homes and widen the beach for the 2025-2026 season—dune vegetation will be planted next to help keep the sand in place.

The Town of Fort Myers Beach has opened its new town hall at 6231 Estero Boulevard to employees while planning a grand opening on Sept.

10 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.—the ceremony will feature a ribbon cutting, refreshments, and guided tours as the town temporarily handles services at Bay Oaks during final work on the building.

Fort Myers Beach released new renderings for its pier replacement project on Wednesday night—part of Lee County's ongoing recovery after Hurricane Ian.

The plans call for a pier that will extend to 1,000 feet in length and 12 feet in width, making it longer and wider than before.

Today, health officials in Fort Myers warn that a rise in Vibrio vulnificus infections in warm coastal waters has reached 23 cases statewide, including one in Lee and one in Collier—resulting in five deaths this year.

The bacteria spreads through open wounds and experts advise caution during hurricane season.

The high school swimming season in southwest Florida has begun and 30 top swimmers from local schools have been named to watch for 2025 because of their strong performances at district, regional and state meets.

Local athletes from Fort Myers, Naples and surrounding areas—who have each earned medals—will compete in multiple events as the season unfolds.

Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Fort Myers

7:45-11:00 a.m. — Florida SouthWestern State College — Registration fee applies — Honor the legacy of a hero while participating in a meaningful community run.

Estero Art Experience: Sea Turtle Painting

6-9 p.m. — Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza — Pricing per person — Unleash your creativity with an evening of painting and delicious pizza in a vibrant seaside atmosphere.

The Magic of Motown

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall — Starting at $54.73 — Experience power vocalists and a live band performing timeless Motown classics.

Christian Singles Bowling Night

6:30-8:30 p.m. — HeadPinz Fort Myers — $24.50 for Hub Members, $44.50 for Non Members — Enjoy an evening of bowling, games, and fun with local Christian singles.

Marvilla Marzan Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Fort Myers Theatre — General Admission and Special Package tickets available — Experience nostalgic American classics with Marvilla's enchanting vocals.

Tom Segura Live

5-7 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with one of comedy's biggest stars on his Come Together tour.

Fort Myers Paint Party – Fresh Mojito

6-9 p.m. — Sea-Craft Waterfront Tiki — Pricing per person — Create a refreshing masterpiece while enjoying tropical drinks and waterfront views.

Fort Myers Oktoberfest Celebration

4-10 p.m. — The Standard Restaurant Downtown — Ticket required — Celebrate Oktoberfest with beer, food, and live music at multiple venues.

Florida Horror-Fest 2025

10 AM – 5 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Fort Myers — $20 — A true mecca for horror fans in beautiful Fort Myers, featuring collectibles and fandoms from multiple genres.