Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of November.
Good morning, Fort Myers.
🏘️ Community
Fort Myers invites community input on the future redevelopment along Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in a workshop, aiming to prioritize projects and fund allocation.
Lee County commissioners voted to allocate $5.9 million in state funding to aid households affected by natural disasters through nonprofits.
🚧 Accidents
A pedestrian was struck and killed by two cars on Ortiz Avenue in Fort Myers right after being released from the Lee County Jail.
🎭 Culture
Area theaters offer a diverse lineup of holiday and other shows this week, including 'A Christmas Carol' and 'A Christmas Story: The Musical', among others, providing a wide range of entertainment options.
The American Sand Sculpture Championship is set to make a triumphant return to Fort Myers Beach at a new location, with eight master and ten advanced amateur sculptors from ten countries competing.
📰 Economy
Amazon acquires over 143 acres in Fort Myers for $66 million, indicating potential economic growth for the area.
🏈 Sports
A roundup of high school soccer and basketball games in Southwest Florida from Nov.
18-23, 2024 highlights key victories and top performers across both boys' and girls' sports.
📰 Technology
LCEC celebrates GIS Day's 25th anniversary, highlighting how GIS technology has enhanced operational efficiency, outage response, and service reliability since the late 1980s.
🎉 Fort Myers 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.
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.
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.
Live Performance by Matt Walden
Experience an intimate evening of indie folk music with singer/songwriter Matt Walden at the Celtic Ray Public House.
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.
Live Rock Performance by Tiger Blue Band
Experience an evening of great rock and roll music with the Tiger Blue Band in Matlacha.
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.
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.
Back Country Boys Live Performance
The Back Country Boys, a popular country rock band from Southwest Florida, will be performing live at Backyard Social.
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.
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