Good morning, Fort Myers.

Today at Florida Southwestern State College, 650 runners kicked off the Tunnel to Towers 5K at 8 a.m. and raised $50,000 to help injured first responders, military veterans, and their families—honoring the legacy of New York City Firefighter Stephen Siller and marking the event’s eighth year.

The family of 17-year-old Shylah Desamours mourned her tragic death when her jet ski collided with a boat near Captiva Pass on September 6—her loss coming just two days after her birthday spurred the creation of a memorial fund that has raised over $18,000 to support Lehigh Senior High students in dance, academics, and leadership.

A jury convicted former Charlotte County Fire & EMS Deputy Chief Michael Vernon Davis of impaired driving after he was arrested on Christmas Day in Lee County for failing field sobriety tests—he was sentenced to 12 months probation.

An 81-year-old North Fort Myers man changed his plea to not contest second-degree murder charges for suffocating his wife during her sleep amid financial and medical hardships—his sentencing was set for Oct.

31 but was delayed over a month—.

Today, the Gulf Coast Storm Team is tracking a tropical wave over the Atlantic that has a 60% chance to become a tropical depression in the next seven days—down from a 90% chance forecast earlier.

Forecasters note a 30% chance for it to organize in the next two days, and if it strengthens into a tropical storm, it will be named Gabrielle.

Veterans in Estero participated in the Home Base Golf Tournament on Saturday at Copperleaf Golf and Country Club—raising funds for Home Base Florida to help veterans with mental and physical injuries—just days before September 11.

On Friday, Cypress Lake beat Fort Myers 20 to 7 in a road game for the first time since 2006 (Fort Myers played without head coach Sam Sirianni).

Former WNBA veteran Destanni Henderson was inducted into the Fort Myers High Athletic Hall of Fame on Friday night—she was honored along with softball player Josey Mayer and tennis player John Carlin.

A Fort Myers High graduate and McDonald's All-American, Henderson played four seasons in the league before joining teams overseas.

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.

Greens of Honor Golf Scramble

12-6 p.m. — The Plantation Golf & Country Club — $150 per player — Enjoy a day of golf while supporting veterans in need.

Purple Color Run

8-10 a.m. — Centennial Park — Participation fee applies — Get splashed in purple while supporting the Epilepsy Alliance in this vibrant 5K run/walk.