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Thursday, September 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Mia Garcia, an 11-year-old who nearly drowned at Lakes Park in south Fort Myers, was rescued by Bridgett Addison — a brave act that led to a heartfelt reunion days later when Addison brought balloons and a handwritten card to show her care. NBC2
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The remodeled Fort Myers Publix at Daniels Crossing Plaza on Daniels Parkway reopened today at 7 a.m. after being closed since June 2004 and now features a second floor eating area—an option available at only one other Lee County location. The News-Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sanibel resident Jim Sprankle, a renowned wood carver of birds and former baseball player, died recently. His final work—a detailed carving of a flamingo left in his workshop—and other pieces on display at the local wildlife refuge ensure his creative legacy endures. The News-Press
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The School District of Lee County is working on a new compensation plan to keep top workers, the chief HR officer said on Tuesday. The plan will roll out in phases after May 2024—aiming for fairness and clear career steps—and finish in Spring 2027. Cape Coral Breeze
- ➤ The Lee County School Board approved a $2.9 billion budget Tuesday—raising the total millage rate to 5.319 to generate $863,595,301 from property taxes, and board members said cost savings support students and staff. Detailed fund allocations and breakdowns were also confirmed during the final budget hearing. Cape Coral Breeze
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lee County officials said the housing recovery program for Hurricane Ian survivors was reopened on August 5 and will run until December 31—priority is given to the most vulnerable on a first-eligible, first-served basis. More than 500 households have already received help and survivors can apply online, by phone, or in-person at the LeeCares office in Fort Myers from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. The News-Press
- ➤ Fort Myers Beach is moving ahead with plans to rebuild its iconic pier after the local planning agency approved an accelerated timeline, and the town now awaits a permit from the Army Corps of Engineers. The new pier will be expanded to 16,000 square feet with a 12-foot-wide deck and improved materials, and construction will take 12 months to complete by the beginning of 2027 — one year ahead of schedule. ABC7
- ➤ A court-ordered recall election for Fort Myers Beach council members John R. King and Karen Woodson is set for Nov. 4 after allegations that they violated the Sunshine Law—an emergency ordinance on the qualifying period for replacement candidates will be presented by the town council on Thursday. Residents can call the Lee County Supervisor of Elections Office to learn more about the process. ABC7
- ➤ Fort Myers Beach cut the ribbon on its new Town Hall, located at 6231 Estero Boulevard, yesterday after an $8 million state grant allowed the town to buy a storm-hardened building for $7 million and convert the nearby old convenience store property into a parking lot—this facility now gives town employees a permanent home after Hurricane Ian disrupted operations. Beach Talk Radio
- ➤ Fort Myers Beach announced it will hold a Special Recall Election for Council Members John R. King and Karen Woodson set for Tuesday, November 4—town council will review an emergency ordinance today to set the qualifying period for filling vacancies. Registered residents who have lived locally for at least a year may run if they meet the criteria. Fox 4
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The City of Palms Classic Basketball Tournament will take place from Dec. 18-23 at Suncoast Credit Union Arena and will feature 15 of the top 50 ESPN-ranked high school seniors along with teams such as Miami Columbus, Montverde Academy, Prolific Prep, Barron Collier, Bishop Verot, and Sarasota. Tournament director Donnie Wilkie said the event has a deep field—bringing top talent from across the nation to play in Southwest Florida. The News-Press
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