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Fort Myers
Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gulf Coast Humane Society welcomed Midnight, a 4 1/2-year-old terrier mix weighing 60 pounds who arrived on Tuesday after her owner passed away and is now available for free adoption. The shelter said she is best suited for a single-dog home that needs a calm companion. NBC2
- ➤ The SWFL Rotary Club sponsored free water-safety lessons for infants and toddlers that began on August 8 and met weekly at 9:30 a.m., with the first class graduating on Oct. 13 in Babcock Ranch. Five local families with children aged 5 months to 2 years took part, and the club will expand the program to other Southwest Florida communities in the coming months. Florida Weekly
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Three Cape Coral residents died on Monday night in a crash on Burnt Store Road—county officials and local leaders are urging road safety improvements to widen the dangerous stretch. Fox 4
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Stone crab season in Florida is underway from October 15 to May 1 as crabbers carefully harvest one claw per crab to protect the renewable resource. Fishermen use plastic traps and unique tags — facing challenges from regulations, weather, and equipment costs — and their work supports thousands of local jobs and millions in revenue. Florida Weekly
- ➤ The fallout from Immigration & Customs Enforcement raids is hurting small businesses and farms in our area. ICE recorded 10,818 arrests in Florida from January to June— a 209% increase from last year that has left many businesses and agricultural employers struggling to hire seasonal workers. WGCU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers Theatre’s production of Shrek the Musical opens today at 7:30 p.m. with Gavin Ott as Shrek and Kagan Vann as Donkey, telling a story about friendship and acceptance—performances continue through Oct 26. WGCU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florida SouthWestern State College has launched Handshake—an online career platform that links students and recent graduates with local employers who can post job and internship opportunities and search student profiles based on skills and majors. Florida Weekly
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lee County flags flew at half-staff on Oct. 21 from sunrise to sunset to honor former commissioner Mike Greenwell, who died on Oct. 9 from medullary thyroid cancer. Gov. Ron DeSantis ordered the flags lowered at all local and state buildings to mark his service as a baseball star and community leader. The News-Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mariner High School senior Angel Cruz, a top cross country runner, set a school record with a 15:05 finish in September and now aims to be the first Lee County boy to win a 5K state championship—crediting a boost in confidence and a friendly rivalry with local peers for his success. The News-Press
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Rodney Carrington Live
7-9 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarious and multi-talented comedian known for his chart-topping comedy albums and engaging performances.
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Fort Myers Halloween Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — City Tavern — Tickets available online — Enjoy a spooky night filled with contests, prizes, and ghoulish fun in your best costume.
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Awakening Events - Christian Music Concert
7-11 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall — Ticketed event — Experience uplifting performances at this exciting Christian music concert.
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Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat
6-8:30 p.m. — Fort Myers Stars Complex — Free admission — Celebrate Halloween with activities like Trunk or Treat, games, and family-friendly entertainment.
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Strangelove - Depeche Mode Tribute Band
7:30-9 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall — Starting at $43.01 — Experience a pitch-perfect tribute to Depeche Mode that spans their iconic career.
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Child's Anthem - The Music of Toto
7:30-9 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Starting at $51.54 — Enjoy a captivating tribute to Toto featuring some of Nashville's finest musicians.
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Clay Walker Concert
6-8:30 p.m. — Caloosa Sound Amphitheater — General admission free — Rock out to a night of 90's country revival with Clay Walker and special guest Drake Milligan.
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Monthly Wine Tasting at Farmer Joe's
6-8 p.m. — Farmer Joe's — Wine tasting event — Enjoy a cozy evening sampling various wines in a friendly atmosphere.
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Worth Tasting Culinary Getaway
12 PM - 6 PM — Luminary Hotel & Co. — $995+ Room — Indulge in a delicious culinary adventure with tastings, tours, and social hours in charming Fort Myers.
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Hermans Hermits with Peter Noone
7:30-9 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the nostalgic sounds of the swinging sixties with the legendary frontman Peter Noone.
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