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Saturday, October 26th, 2024
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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wings of Shelter Int'l, Inc. is seeking donations to support female minors rescued from sex trafficking, aiming to provide a festive holiday season with gifts and necessities. Cape Coral Breeze
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ One person was hospitalized following a two-vehicle rollover crash on Edison Bridge in Fort Myers. NBC2
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The School District of Lee County announced makeup days for classes missed due to Hurricane Milton, including specific dates this year and an extension of the 2024-25 school year. The News-Press
- ➤ The School District of Lee County is enhancing campus safety for the 2024-2025 school year through the Florida Safe Schools Assessment Tool, adding School Resource Officers, new security technologies, and infrastructure improvements. Cape Coral Breeze
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ In the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Southwest Florida, particularly Lee County, faces extensive damage to infrastructure and properties, necessitating substantial recovery efforts. The News-Press
- ➤ Calusa Waterkeeper is organizing a Vertical Oyster Garden Workshop to educate and engage the community in improving Southwest Florida's water quality through building oyster gardens. Cape Coral Breeze
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 3 million Floridians have already voted through mail-in ballots or early voting ahead of the state's general election on Nov. 5. The News-Press
- ➤ The News-Press has released a comprehensive voter's guide for the 2024 general election in Lee County, Florida, including candidate qualifications, stances, and vital voting information. The News-Press
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers defeated East Lee with a score of 48-14 in a crucial Week 10 5A District 11 high school football game, keeping their postseason hopes alive. NBC2
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Newsboys Concert
Experience an electrifying performance by the Newsboys at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers.
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