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Saturday, December 6th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Roberto Clemente Park reopened Friday, Dec. 5 with a new 21-foot playground slide plus a refreshed amphitheater and inclusive playground built with $2.3 million in funds. The News-Press
- ➤ On Friday, the Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency announced that Perkins and Will (a global design firm) will lead the Innovation Walk master plan at Centennial Park, installing bold sculptures and art to boost downtown vibrancy. The project is expected to finish by January. ABC7
- ➤ Golisano Children’s Hospital hosts the 9th annual Porsche & Friends Parade today as participants start at The Capital Grille at Bell Tower Shops and deliver presents to raise funds for a new pediatric surgery center with sheriff escort, while Fire & SWAT teams dressed as elves rappel from the roof. ABC7
- ➤ Cape Coral Police launched the Sharewear program on Dec. 5 to help protect vulnerable community members by using waterproof bracelets that can be scanned with a smartphone to access emergency contacts and medical details — the program is grant funded and offers optional add-ons for specific needs. The News-Press
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Frontier Airlines announced that it will launch a new nonstop route from RSW to Indianapolis on March 27, 2026. The route will operate twice weekly with fares starting at $79 for spring break travel. The News-Press
- ➤ JetBlue is adding two new routes from RSW to Long Island MacArthur, with seasonal flights from Dec. 18 through April 28, 2026, and to Buffalo with thrice-weekly service starting Mar. 26, 2026+ RSW recorded a record-breaking October and is expanding its terminal as the airline boosts Florida service. The News-Press
- ➤ Frontier Airlines announced 10 new routes from Florida to cities including Raleigh-Durham, Indianapolis and Salt Lake City with introductory fares as low as $39; customers must buy tickets by 11:59 p.m. ET on Dec. 10 for travel from March 2026. The News-Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gulfshore Ballet welcomes back three alumni dancers who take on lead roles in a revised Nutcracker with choreography tailored to their strengths. The performance starts today at 6:30 p.m. at Saint John the Evangelist Church in Naples. WGCU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At Monday’s meeting, the school board did not discuss Fort Myers Beach’s proposal to take over the school or request $12 million for a new building. Superintendent Carlin said the district could help with charter conversion but funds remain tied to FEMA and a LAP loan — town officials will meet. Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Family Initiative opened the Golisano Autism Community Hub in Cape Coral last month with a $5 million donation from the Golisano Foundation (which funded a state-of-the-art center) to support individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. Programs will roll out soon to bring new health and well-being resources. North Fort Myers Neighbor
- ➤ EPA data released in November shows millions of Americans, including Florida communities like Holiday, Key West and Palm Springs, face unsafe forever chemical levels in their drinking water, with some systems reporting up to 19.5 times the safe limit. Residents are advised to filter their water to reduce exposure. The News-Press
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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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The Trial Of Ebenezer Scrooge
7 p.m. — Florida Repertory Theatre — Check website for ticket price — Experience a unique twist on a classic tale in this engaging theatrical performance.
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Christmas Celebration for Christian Singles
6:30-9 p.m. — Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium — $13 for Holiday Lights ticket — Experience a magical evening filled with Christmas lights, a laser show, and cozy bonfire conversations.
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Advice Performance
7 p.m. — Florida Repertory Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a captivating night of performing arts in Fort Myers.
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