Good morning, Fort Myers.

Catholics in Fort Myers gathered at St. John XXIII Catholic Church to celebrate the life of Bishop Frank Dewane, who led the Diocese of Venice for nearly 20 years and passed away Oct.

7 after a brief illness.

The Collier-Lee Honor Flight honored local veterans on Oct.

10 at Fort Myers Regional Airport. The event was designed for veterans unable to travel (featuring videos of a Washington, D.C. trip, a meal, and patriotic songs).

Whataburger will open its second Southwest Florida location in Estero on Thursday, Oct.

22 at 22927 Lyden Drive; the restaurant runs (6 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily) with festivities offering free burgers, swag, and a chance for first-time guests to win free burgers for a year.

Tap & Tees Golf Lounge is now open in Miromar Lakes near Florida Gulf Coast University, offering indoor golf simulation with Foresight Falcon technology & lounge amenities like a pool table and beverages.

Visitors can book sessions starting at $50 and enjoy free first rounds as they refine their swing.

The Smithsonian's 'Americans' exhibit opens with a free ceremony Saturday, Oct.

17, at the Okeechobee Courthouse from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and remains open Monday to Friday until Dec. 4 (it will later move to Edison and Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers from Dec. 12 to Feb. 6).

IMAG History and Science Center is celebrating National Fossil Day today by showcasing its Paleo-Florida collection, which includes fossils and skeletal remains of early creatures.

Paleontologist Carol joins educators to highlight the collection’s educational value at the facility.

After Hurricane Ian in 2022 and a moderate drought, changes in managing the Sanibel River have left the Erick Lindblad Preserve wetlands nearly dry — foundation scientists are documenting the issue to prompt water managers to restore water levels and support local wildlife.

Construction of a new Pine Island Fire Station 2 began yesterday with a $5.6 million HUD grant, and a temporary trailer + a three-truck garage will serve the community while Wright Construction Group builds the modern facility at 5015 Stringfellow Road in St. James City.

K9 Dundee, a member of the LCSO family, died in September while assisting deputies at a scene in north Fort Myers, and the public funeral was held yesterday at 10 a.m. at the Hertz Arena in Estero — a procession began at the LCSO Gun Range.

Lee County held a funeral (10 a.m.) at Hertz Arena in Estero for K9 Dundee, who died in the line of duty after tracking a suspect in September.

Outdoor final honors began (around 11 a.m.) with a flag folding and a riderless horse, along with a helicopter flyover.

Town staff completed the completeness review on London Bay’s Live Local Act proposal for a mixed-use project at the former Outrigger Beach Resort, triggering a 120-day window to decide; a decision will come by Jan.

26. The project includes a 15-story hotel and condo tower, workforce housing, and retail space.

Trattoria Alvito has grown a loyal customer base in North Fort Myers after opening eight months ago off Hancock Bridge Parkway, serving family recipes and fresh pasta that capture local charm.