Thursday, November 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of November.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Carrabelle man received a life sentence for attacking a fellow inmate set to testify against him in Lee County Jail. The News-Press
- ➤ A Fort Myers man received a life sentence for witness tampering and assaulting another inmate in the Lee County Jail. WINK News
- ➤ A Fort Myers woman was arrested on charges of assault and stealing a car from Page Field Airport after a confrontation and driving away with a vehicle from an airport hangar. NBC2
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 'Wheel of Fortune LIVE!' is coming to the Seminole Casino Hotel, offering attendees a chance to experience the game show excitement first-hand and win up to $10,000 in cash and prizes. Florida Weekly
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida faces the possibility of a rare late-season hurricane threat due to unusually warm temperatures and favorable weather patterns, although outcomes remain uncertain. The News-Press
- ➤ A tropical wave in the Caribbean has a 90% chance of becoming a tropical system, with potential development into a storm named Sara and a possible threat to the Florida Gulf Coast next week. NBC2
- ➤ A manatee calf was rescued from the Caloosahatchee River by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and taken to SeaWorld for rehabilitation. NBC2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers voters approved a $75 million bond referendum to enhance and expand the city's parks and greenery, aiming to connect all green spaces into a unified system for community improvement. WGCU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Exploring the impact of Frontotemporal Degeneration, a lesser-known form of dementia, this article delves into the unique challenges faced by caregivers. WGCU
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dunbar High School aims to become the first team from Lee County to win the FHSAA state football championship after reaching the state semifinals for two consecutive years. The News-Press
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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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Autumn Garden Festival at Edison & Ford Winter Estates
Experience a diverse array of garden vendors with tropical and native plants, along with delicious food trucks and live music at this year's Autumn Garden Festival.
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Candlelight Concert: Neo-Soul Favorites Featuring Songs by Prince and Childish Gambino
Experience an enchanting evening of Neo-Soul music performed by the Listeso String Quartet, featuring hits by artists like Prince and Childish Gambino, all under the glow of candlelight.
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Live Performance by Matt Walden
Experience an intimate evening of indie folk music with singer/songwriter Matt Walden at the Celtic Ray Public House.
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Indoor Painting Session at Fort Myers United Church of Christ
Experience a creative drop-in studio time where members can work on their paintings and share ideas in a supportive environment.
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Live Rock Performance by Tiger Blue Band
Experience an evening of great rock and roll music with the Tiger Blue Band in Matlacha.
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Comedy Night with Larry Venturino
Experience a night filled with laughter as Larry Venturino takes the stage at Fort Myers Theatre, accompanied by other comedic acts.
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Candlelight Concert: The Best of Hans Zimmer
Experience a captivating Candlelight concert featuring iconic pieces from Hans Zimmer performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a mesmerizing candlelit setting.
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Back Country Boys Live Performance
The Back Country Boys, a popular country rock band from Southwest Florida, will be performing live at Backyard Social.
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