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Saturday, October 4th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Myers Beach Market reopened on Times Square today and now runs every Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.—Moss Marina Market will return on Wednesday with the same hours while Santini Farmer’s Market is set to start in November. Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Eric Raddatz, the executive director of Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium, gave an update on the center in Fort Myers today—he outlined current progress and future plans. The News-Press
- ➤ On Oct.2, the Alliance of the Arts in Fort Myers celebrated its 50th anniversary when gallery manager Julio Gonzalez-Batista hung an exhibit, and the center is now undergoing a renovation with an industrial look that adds new floors—updated classroom technology and a kitchen space. The News-Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Florida will raise its minimum wage by one dollar this month as part of a constitutional amendment passed by voters in 2020 + the increase will occur gradually in the coming years to help blue-collar workers. WGCU
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Everglades Foundation has developed an early-warning system that uses a machine-learning algorithm to forecast red tide blooms with 84% accuracy, gathering real-time data from coastal samples, satellite imagery, ocean buoys, and river gauges. The system will help local agencies predict the worst-affected areas in the Charlotte Harbor region for the coming week—ensuring timely alerts for potential health and environmental risks. WGCU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida lawmakers have enacted a law that makes gift card scams over $750 a third-degree felony and imposes jail time + a $5,000 fine to deter fraud costing millions nationwide. Fox 4
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The NCH Rooney Heart Institute expands its advanced heart care today as it welcomes Dr. Joseph Lamelas—an expert in minimally invasive cardiac surgery known for the Miami Method that offers faster recovery times for patients. The institute builds on its recent investments in technology and expertise to deliver life-saving services locally in Southwest Florida. The News-Press
- ➤ Lee Health has been a trusted source of health information for nearly 110 years, offering language support services like on-site interpreters and video remote interpreting + translation services that help patients understand their care. It partners with local organizations + holds health fairs and barbershop wellness programs to boost health literacy in Fort Myers. Florida Weekly
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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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