Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of October.
Good morning, Fort Myers.
In Fort Myers Beach, residents face challenges in rebuilding their homes due to financial constraints and new elevation requirements after Hurricane Ian, leading to concerns about the community's changing identity.
Fort Myers Beach businesses are collaborating with Wicked Dolphin Distillery and the FMB Strong charity to recover from Hurricane Milton by encouraging community support through a special cocktail, with 50% of proceeds supporting local recovery efforts.
The Boathouse Tiki Bar and Grill at The Yacht Club in south Cape Coral caught fire Thursday evening, with efforts underway to extinguish the blaze following its reopening post-Hurricane Milton.
The School District of Lee County schedules additional school days to compensate for closures due to Hurricane Helene, ensuring continuous education.
The School District of Lee County has extended the school year by two days and adjusted schedule dates to compensate for closures due to Hurricane Milton.
The National Weather Service confirmed additional tornadoes in Lee and Charlotte counties, Florida, including a significant one in Fort Myers with a path length over 11 miles and peak wind speeds of 132 MPH.
The National Weather Service Tampa confirms two tornadoes in Lee County with one extending its path significantly into North Fort Myers before Hurricane Milton's landing.
Jenna Persons-Mulicka and Howard Lee Sapp are competing for the Florida House District 78 seat in the upcoming election, with Persons-Mulicka focusing on community improvements and opposing certain amendments.
Several schools and retail stores in Florida received ready-to-eat meat that is being recalled due to potential listeria contamination, involving almost 12 million pounds of meat distributed nationwide.
KLove Live Performance
Experience an inspiring evening of live music at KLove Live, set to take place at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall.
St. Matthew’s House Golf Classic 2024
Experience a day of golf and philanthropy at The Club at Renaissance, welcoming players of all skill levels to support a charitable cause.
Barenaked Ladies Concert Featuring Glen Phillips
Experience an engaging live concert by Barenaked Ladies with special guest Glen Phillips at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall.
The Trust Again Tour featuring Lysa TerKeurst and Natalie Grant
Experience an evening of healing and inspiration as Lysa TerKeurst discusses the complexities of broken trust, accompanied by live music from Natalie Grant.
The Wizard of Oz Musical - Young Performers Edition
Experience the enchanting journey of young Dorothy as she travels from Kansas to the magical Land of Oz in a delightful stage adaptation featuring the iconic musical score from the classic MGM film.
Repticon Fort Myers - Exotic Pet Show
Experience a diverse showcase of reptiles and exotic pets along with supplies, feeders, and cages at the Repticon Fort Myers Show.
FGCU Storytelling Open Mic - Unbelievable Theme
Experience an evening of community storytelling where participants share tales up to 7 minutes long based on the 'Unbelievable' theme at Florida Gulf Coast University.
Tamiami Tale Tellers: Our Stories - Exploring the Depths
Experience a captivating storytelling showcase featuring local storytellers from the Fort Myers Storytelling Guild, designed to foster community and celebrate the art of oral storytelling.
The Wizard of Oz Musical: Young Performers Edition
Experience the enchanting tale of Dorothy Gale as she journeys from Kansas to the magical Land of Oz in this delightful musical adaptation featuring beloved songs from the MGM film.
Must Love Mangoes: Author Talk with Annabelle Tometich
Experience an engaging presentation and book signing by Annabelle Tometich, as she shares her poignant memoir exploring her mixed-race upbringing in Florida.
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