Good morning, Fort Myers.

Four longtime restaurants including Leone's, Roadhouse Café, Joe's Crab Shack, and Bonita Bill’s closed in 2025 across Fort Myers and Cape Coral — owners faced family health issues, lease uncertainties, and rising repair costs that ended decades of local dining traditions.

Sizzle Dining will run this September and offers discounted multi-course meals at 127 local restaurants that donate $1 from each meal to Blessings in a Backpack to help feed children on weekends.

The event is set to boost local business—having previously raised over $150,000 for the cause while generating more than $3 million in economic impact.

Florida Highway Patrol arrested four impaired drivers in Lee County over Labor Day weekend after stopping a Dodge Dart speeding at 85 mph near Braman Avenue in Fort Myers—officers smelled alcohol and found open container violations that led to DUI charges.

A 66-year-old woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Greenbriar Boulevard in Lehigh Acres at 8:30 p.m. on August 30, and Florida Highway Patrol are seeking information about a white Toyota Tundra driver who left the scene.

An 18-year-old suspect, Isaiah Barsallo, was arrested early Sunday for a fatal shooting on the 700 block of Alabama Road in Lehigh Acres on Saturday after a verbal fight with his stepfather—42-year-old Damien Martin, who died at the scene.

On August 30, 2023, Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend and produced a 2 to 4 foot storm surge that flooded First Street in Fort Myers—boats were pushed into backyards as up to 7 inches of rain worsened flooding; county officials contracted emergency repairs on Manasota Key Road that were completed near the end of October.

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.