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Fort Myers
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Harry Chapin Food Bank is preparing for higher demand as the government shutdown continues to affect local programs, with President Richard LeBer warning that food-insecure families may face a tougher fall and winter. The bank will expand mobile pantry distributions if needed—similar to steps taken during the 2018 shutdown. WINK News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The School District of Lee County launched the Safe Start Initiative this school year to make sure more kids get to school on time by adjusting bell times, changing bus routes, and hiring extra drivers—early results from September show a 20% drop in late arrivals and a boost in on-time dismissals. The district will present the data and plans for more changes—like hiring more bus drivers and updating routing software—to the school board on Tuesday at 1 p.m. WINK News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Southwest Florida Eagle Cam began live streaming from the nest on the Pritchett property off Bayshore Road in North Fort Myers to mark Florida's bald eagle nesting season—featuring updated 4k cameras and a 360 video camera for up-close views of M15 and F23 as they attempt to restore nesting success after last spring's losses. Cape Coral Breeze
- ➤ The National Hurricane Center flagged an area over Florida today for a low-pressure system that may form by Saturday near the northwestern Bahamas or south Florida—with a current 10% chance of development and a slow drift into the Gulf that may boost local rain chances. A tropical wave off Africa is also being watched and could develop into a depression in the central Atlantic with a 20% probability over the next week. ABC7
- ➤ Gulf Coast News visited Stingray Bay at IMAG where experts showed that sea urchins protect themselves from UV rays by covering their bodies with hats—helping them stay safe. Christian, Kate and Emily provided more facts during the show. ABC7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The southbound lane of the Wilson Pigott Bridge on State Road 31 will close for repairs today from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.—forcing drivers to use the northbound lane and face delays. Commuters like Connor Moffett and BJ Meadors have expressed frustration over the repeated closures as work continues. ABC7
- ➤ Government data shows Florida saw thousands of immigrants arrive under Biden with Miami recording 2,191 new migrants per 100,000 residents and Fort Myers ranking 30th—local businesses and public services are changing to meet a growing and shifting workforce. Some new arrivals continue to fear detention as they adjust to stricter state rules. WINK News
- ➤ Federal offices on the Gulf Coast are facing disruptions due to the government shutdown—Social Security, SNAP benefits, and VA clinics remain open while some federal services and FEMA funding for Fort Myers Beach may experience delays if the shutdown continues. Southwest Florida International Airport and Lee County projects keep running normally as officials monitor the situation. ABC7
- ➤ A public Zoom meeting in Fort Myers was briefly interrupted when unauthorized individuals from international locations logged in and displayed inappropriate content, exposing sensitive information—city officials provided digital evidence to the police and have since locked the account to US users while transitioning to Zoom Webinar for enhanced security. Fox 4
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Three local coffee shops offer unique menus as The Sanibel Sprout brews fresh coffee and baked treats (echoing the island’s resilient spirit) while two Fort Myers spots serve innovative blends. Seed & Bean Market offers cannabis-infused drinks and hearty meals, and family-owned Chocolattes Coffee & Roasting roasts specialty blends in-house (delighting coffee lovers). Florida Weekly
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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.
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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.
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Blues Rock Double Shot: Alex Lopez & Doug Deming
7-9 p.m. — Fort Myers Theatre — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a high-energy blues rock concert featuring Billboard-charting artist Alex Lopez and acclaimed roots rock musician Doug Deming.
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Rehab Modalities & Exercises Seminar
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Myers Airport — $0 for Doctor Program Members, $289 for Non-Member DCs — Enhance your rehabilitation skills with hands-on training and evidence-based techniques led by Dr. Carter.
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Air Supply Concert
7-9 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Tickets available — Experience the iconic 80s duo Air Supply performing their beloved hits live.
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Christian Singles Gathering in Fort Myers
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Bay Street Yard — $20 for non-members, free for Hub members — Enjoy food and friendly competition while connecting with local Christian singles.
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