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Fort Myers
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Piper Center will host its 110th Annual Christmas Day Celebration on Dec 25 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at 2607 Dr. Ella Piper Way in Fort Myers. The center will serve over 500 children with free toys and a bike raffle aiming for 250 bikes—sponsored by Suncoast Credit Union Foundation and supported by local law enforcement. North Fort Myers Neighbor
- ➤ Pull the Cork raised over $500,000 in cash and in-kind donations on Nov. 15 at The Forest County Club to support Lee BIA Builders Care in carrying out emergency home repairs for local families. The funds will be used for life-changing fixes—ensuring homes are safe and secure. Florida Weekly
- ➤ Harry Chapin Food Bank in Fort Myers is urgently asking for new or gently used boxes to sort a surge of food donations from recent community drives—box donations can be dropped off at the warehouse Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. WINK News
- ➤ Valerie's House in Fort Myers offers free grief support to children who have lost a loved one and accepts donations on Giving Tuesday. Molly Flynn, who found comfort there after losing her father at 16, said the center provides immediate help without questions—serving as a local sanctuary for healing. WINK News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Southwest Florida will host a busy weekend of holiday events and concerts — from dog festivals to blues-rock shows. In Fort Myers, Cape Coral and Estero, locals will enjoy GoldenFest XV, holiday parades and tree lightings — along with a reimagined play at Florida Repertory Theatre. The News-Press
- ➤ Spirit of the Gulf—a top-ranked women's a cappella chorus—will perform its holiday show on December 7th at 2 p.m. at South Fort Myers High School; the group, part of Sweet Adelines, brings together singers from across the state. WINK News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Town officials warn residents that scammers are sending fake emails pretending to be from the Town of Fort Myers Beach—these emails demand wire transfer payments for special events or construction permits. The town advises residents to verify payment instructions by calling 239-765-0202. ABC7
- ➤ County commissioners approved a $6 million contract for Lynn Hall Memorial Park to build a new restroom facility after Hurricane Ian, with construction set to begin in February 2026 and finish in early summer 2027 (using FEMA funds and Tourist Development Taxes). They also approved a $1.3 million contract at Crescent Beach Family Park to add shade structures, a picnic area and accessible beach routes, with work to start in January 2026 and complete in early summer. Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
- ➤ Lee County Domestic Animal Services today announced the new Find My Pet Portal—Community Working Together to Bring Pets Home—that lets residents post photos of stray animals to help reunite lost pets with their owners, following a Tuesday presentation to the County Commissioners that updated the animal control ordinance. North Fort Myers Neighbor
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Babcock Ranch will soon add a second Publix store as the anchor for the MidTown Marketplace project, with construction set to begin early next year—featuring a modern layout with expanded food areas, a dedicated pharmacy and adjacent Publix Liquors. The new store supports the town's growing retail options and meets evolving community needs. Cape Coral Breeze
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Riverdale running back Lovensky Blanchard was named Player of the Week after scoring two touchdowns and leading the Raiders to their first regional championship in school history—his strong play set the stage for a push for a trip to Pitbull Stadium. ABC7
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19th Annual Fort Myers Festival of Trees
11 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center — $2 admission, free with toy donation — Enjoy beautifully decorated trees and support local charities through festive fun.
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The Nutcracker by North Fort Myers Academy for the Arts
7-9 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Starting at $22 — Experience a magical rendition of Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic featuring over 200 talented students.
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Bob Lauver's Comedy Hypnosis Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Fort Myers Theatre — Tickets available — Experience laughter and amazement at this unique blend of comedy and hypnosis.
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Nurse Blake's Comedy Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Tickets vary by package — Enjoy a night of laughter with Nurse Blake's hilarious new comedy exploring the quirks of healthcare.
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A Christmas Carol (Broadway Version)
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Fort Myers Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the festive transformation of Ebenezer Scrooge in this classic Broadway adaptation enriched by iconic music.
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9th Annual Builders Care Charity Clay Shoot
7:30 AM – 2:00 PM — Bermont Shooting Club — Sponsorship available — Compete in a fun and competitive clay shoot while supporting housing repairs for local homeowners in need.
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Fort Myers Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4-9 p.m. — City Tavern — Tickets required — Embrace the holiday spirit with the ugliest sweaters in town during a festive pub crawl filled with games and prizes.
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Every Christmas Tour Featuring Michael W. Smith
7-8:30 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holiday season with a renowned artist spreading joy through music.
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The Trial Of Ebenezer Scrooge
7 p.m. — Florida Repertory Theatre — Check event website for ticket info — A unique theatrical retelling of a classic Christmas tale in a courtroom setting.
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Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
6-9:45 p.m. — Florida Repertory Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Christmas carols beautifully performed by a string quartet under candlelight.
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