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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Lee County Library's Fandom Fest, occurring Dec. 14, encourages literacy and community through comics and pop culture, featuring family-friendly activities like a costume contest and free book giveaways.  WINK News
  • Lee County inaugurates the Royal Palms Avenue parking lot as a designated space for downtown workers during the day and converts it into a paid lot for the public on nights and weekends.  WINK News
  • Fort Myers Beach Town Council is anticipated to approve a 15-mile trail expansion on Monday, enhancing connectivity and access to local amenities.  NBC2
  • The I-75 Airport Direct Connect off-ramp in Fort Myers will be closed nightly until Thursday for resurfacing, with suggested alternate routes provided.  NBC2

CRIME NEWS

  • Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a suspect involved in the grand theft of a cell phone from a North Fort Myers Dollar Tree.  WINK News

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Lee County School Board is set to vote on renaming two public schools to better align with their mission and address naming confusion.  NBC2

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Fort Myers residents were notified by the city to examine their water pipes following the implementation of new EPA lead and copper rules, with the city having inspected nearly 25,000 service lines without finding any lead.  ABC7

HEALTH NEWS

  • Registered dietitian Gisela Bouvier recommends mindful eating and balanced approaches to enjoy Thanksgiving without overindulging, emphasizing starting the day with breakfast and being cautious with portion sizes.  ABC7

SPORTS NEWS

  • Perennial high school football powerhouses in Florida's Class 5A, including Lakeland and St. Thomas Aquinas, advance to the regional semifinals with key players and matchups highlighted.  The News-Press

EVENTS

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  • Newsboys Concert

    Experience an electrifying performance by the Newsboys at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers.

    Thu, 11/21/24

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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.

    Sat, 11/23/24

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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.

    Sun, 11/24/24

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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.

    Tue, 11/26/24

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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.

    Thu, 11/28/24

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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.

    Fri, 11/29/24

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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.

    Sat, 11/30/24

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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.

    Sun, 12/1/24

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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.

    Thu, 12/5/24

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  • Fort Myers Art Walk - December Edition

    On the First Friday of the month, Downtown Fort Myers features local and regional artists showcasing and selling their unique artworks.

    Fri, 12/6/24

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