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Thursday, December 12th, 2024
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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The JobLink 2024 Job Fair in Fort Myers aims to bolster Southwest Florida's workforce by offering over 100 job opportunities across various fields to aid in post-hurricane community rebuilding. ABC7
- ➤ Southwest Florida authorities intensify efforts to prevent road tragedies by targeting impaired and reckless driving during the holiday season. The News-Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A St. James City man was sentenced to five years in federal prison for possessing child sexual abuse materials, following an investigation prompted by cybertips. NBC2
- ➤ A 16-year-old previously under protective custody, Felix Ayala, is accused of carjacking near McGregor Baptist Church in Fort Myers after escaping a mental health facility. NBC2
- ➤ A man in Cape Coral was arrested for allegedly threatening someone with a sword and a Molotov Cocktail after a disturbance call. WINK News
- ➤ Lee County deputies apprehend a woman for allegedly stealing a wallet from a man at Morse Shores Plaza in Fort Myers. NBC2
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The IMAG History & Science Center in Fort Myers collaborates with ABC7 to demonstrate engaging scientific experiments using fruits, highlighting the fun side of science. ABC7
- ➤ Kimberly Egdish-Baxa has been appointed as the new principal of Fort Myers Beach Elementary School by the Lee County School District Board, succeeding the retiring Dr. Traci Kohler. Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
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Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of the Temptations
Ain't Too Proud, a Tony Award-winning musical, showcases the journey of the famed Motown group, The Temptations, during its national tour.
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Rockin' Around the Bell Tower 5K Event
The Rockin Around the Bell Tower 5K includes a main 5K run and a 1-mile fun run, catering to runners of all levels.
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Ain't Too Proud Musical Performance
Experience the touring musical 'Ain't Too Proud' at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers, featuring the story of The Temptations.
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Matt Walden Live Performance
Matt Walden, an emerging indie folk singer/songwriter from Fort Myers, performs live, showcasing his soulful songs and personal storytelling at Celtic Ray Public House.
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Kenny G Concert at Caloosa Sound Convention Center
Kenny G will perform a concert featuring festive music and contemporary classics, with doors opening at 6 PM and an opening act starting at 7 PM.
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Matt Fraser: Live Event in Fort Myers
Matt Fraser will perform at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, offering an evening of insights and entertainment.
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Music Walk in Downtown Fort Myers
Local and regional musicians perform along the streets of Downtown Fort Myers, creating a vibrant atmosphere for attendees.
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49th Annual Holiday Nights Celebration
Experience thousands of lights and historical decorations through guided or self-guided tours at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates.
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Monthly Meet & Greet for Adoptable Greythounds
The event features a monthly meet and greet for potential adopters to learn about adoptable Greythounds in Fort Myers, Florida.
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Josimar and His Yambu, DJ Calderon, and Surprise Artists
Experience a night of vibrant music featuring Josimar and His Yambu, DJ Calderon, along with special surprise artists at Florida Gulf Coast University.
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