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Thursday, November 21st, 2024
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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers city leaders are hosting a public workshop for residents to provide input on the city's comprehensive plan, which includes topics such as affordable housing and infrastructure. NBC2
- ➤ The Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency is actively working to enhance Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd with improvements for safety, aesthetics, and community engagement, and seeks public feedback for future projects. NBC2
- ➤ Southwest Florida charities aim to aid more families during the holiday season despite challenges from recent hurricanes, seeking donations of toys and essentials. The News-Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Amazon plans to build a multimillion-dollar robotics fulfillment center in Fort Myers, promising over 1,000 jobs and marking its eighth such facility in Florida. The News-Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Lee County School Board approved the renaming of Bayshore Elementary School to Bayshore School and Fort Myers Middle Academy to Fort Myers Middle School to better align with their missions and resolve confusion. NBC2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Three commissioners, including Kevin Ruane, David Mulicka, and Mike Greenwell, were inaugurated into the Lee Board of County Commissioners, with Ruane selected as chairman for the coming year. North Fort Myers Neighbor
- ➤ Diana Giraldo, the new Ward 2 City Council member in Fort Myers, aims to improve the city's growth by integrating parks, trails, and art based on the Parks Master Plan, supported by a $75 million General Obligation bond referendum. WGCU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers welcomes its third HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital freestanding emergency room on Wednesday to provide 24/7 care including emergency services, lab work, and diagnostic imaging. NBC2
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mariner High School soccer player Justin Medero was named The News-Press Athlete of the Week for Nov. 4-9 after securing 52% of the votes and achieving his first career hat trick. The News-Press
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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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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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Social Media and Branding Workshop with Champagne Brunch
This workshop will provide practical tips on enhancing online presence and branding, accompanied by a champagne brunch for networking and learning.
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