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Friday, October 25th, 2024

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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Lee County, Southwest Florida, offers a myriad of Halloween-themed activities, including haunted houses, fall festivals, and trick-or-treating events until Oct. 31.  The News-Press
  • The Florida Department of Transportation has initiated new construction within the Colonial Boulevard/I-75 Diverging Diamond Interchange project, targeting improved safety by altering traffic flow patterns.  WINK News

CRIME NEWS

  • Jeremy Michael Miller was arrested in Florida for his alleged involvement in the Jan. 6, 2021 U.S. Capitol breach, facing charges including felony offenses for assaulting law enforcement.  WINK News

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • A study reveals Burmese pythons in Florida have a larger prey capacity than previously known, impacting local wildlife.  NBC2

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Over 1.4 million Floridians have already voted by mail for the general election, with a deadline for others to request their mail ballots by 5 p.m. Thursday.  NBC2
  • The 2024 General Election's Early Voting period has witnessed historic voter turnout, weeks before Election Day, with many taking advantage of the provided locations and options.  Cape Coral Breeze
  • Just over 1,000 of the 3,351 registered voters on Fort Myers Beach have voted in the non-partisan Town Council election featuring 4 candidates for 3 open seats.  Beach Talk Radio

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • The Cape Cod Fish Co., an acclaimed seafood restaurant in Fort Myers, maintains its charm and menu under new ownership by Markus and Lisa Fleischhauer.  The News-Press

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Florida Everblades will have dedicated television and radio broadcasts for the first time, expanding fan engagement and accessibility.  NBC2

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • 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.

    Tue, 10/29/24

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  • 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.

    Wed, 10/30/24

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  • 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.

    Thu, 10/31/24

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  • 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.

    Fri, 11/1/24

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  • 32nd Annual Buckler's Craft Fair - Fort Myers 2024

    Experience a vibrant two-day craft fair featuring over 300 vendors offering a diverse range of handmade crafts including jewelry, pottery, and clothing.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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  • Here Come the Mummies Live Concert

    Experience a vibrant evening of music and entertainment with the energetic band Here Come the Mummies at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon.

    Fri, 11/8/24

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  • Christmas Countdown Arts & Crafts Show

    Experience a festive array of over 120 talented artists and crafters at this two-day arts and crafts show, perfect for starting your Christmas shopping.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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  • Midpoint Madness Veterans Day 5K Run

    Participate in the exciting MIDPOINT MADNESS Veterans Day 5K, featuring both a general 5K and a special Veterans 5K exclusively for registrants who are veterans.

    Mon, 11/11/24

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  • Life Surge Experience: Empowering Kingdom Impact

    Experience a transformative one-day event where local Christians gather to learn about creating and multiplying financial resources for Kingdom Impact.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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