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Fort Myers
Monday, December 15th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 15th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Friends and family built a new memorial at the (Cantor Lane and McDaniel Drive) intersection in North Fort Myers to honor 17-year-old Nikola Knight, who died in November saving a family from a mobile home fire; Superman figures now surround a tree stump to show his brave sacrifice. ABC7
- ➤ Local teens are bringing holiday cheer to area nursing homes for the third year by singing, dancing, and baking over 100 cookies for residents (a festive program that spreads joy across the community). The News-Press
- ➤ The Porsche and Friends Parade featured 195 Porsches and exotic cars as part of its ninth year celebration, raising $469,800 to support the Golisano Children’s Hospital Surgery Center. Santa Claus (with SWAT team members and firefighters in Santa’s elf costumes) added festive cheer to the event. Florida Weekly
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A bicyclist (a witness reported) was hit by a sedan at Sunshine Boulevard and Fourth Street West in Lehigh Acres today, and residents are urging officials to add speed bumps and boost road safety as the Florida Highway Patrol investigates the accident. ABC7
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sweet Tomatoes Salad Buffet will soon reopen at its S. Tamiami Trail location in Fort Myers as renovations progress, and the updated eatery aims to welcome local diners with new options. The News-Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tonight, downtown Fort Myers will host its first public menorah lighting at Common Ground Pocket Park from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. — the start of Hanukkah that shows Jewish pride and brings neighbors together. WINK News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lee County schools launched their 'Unplugged' campaign to limit technology during classes; students now turn off phones and store them in backpacks—an effort to boost face-to-face interaction and critical thinking. ABC7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lauren Coughlin and Andrew Novak won the Grant Thornton Invitational at Tiburon Golf Club on Dec. 14, earning each a $500,000 paycheck in a record-setting performance. They finished 28 under par and led the field by three strokes. The News-Press
- ➤ High school football fans in Fort Myers can expect an eight-team Open Division bracket from the FHSAA in 2026, with a theoretical ranking by USA TODAY Florida Network suggesting top teams like St. Thomas Aquinas, Cardinal Mooney, and Raines. The association has not yet announced the selection process. The News-Press
- ➤ Lauren Coughlin and Andrew Novak won the Grant Thornton Invitational at Tiburon Golf Club in Naples on Sunday, Dec. 14, finishing at 28 under. The mixed-team event featured 16 pairs competing for a share of a $1 million prize + a $4 million purse. The News-Press
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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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Advice
2-3 p.m. — Florida Repertory Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the captivating performance of 'Advice' in a top-rated theatre.
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PokeKon Fest - Fort Myers, FL 2025
10 AM – 5 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops — $20 — Connect with fellow Pokémon collectors and immerse yourself in a day of trading and fandom.
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NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall — Starting at $43.02 — Celebrate the holiday spirit with a magical performance filled with whimsy and Tchaikovsky's enchanting music.
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3rd Annual New Year's Eve 5K
8-10 a.m. — DiamondHead Beach Resort — Registration fee applies — Celebrate New Year's Eve with a scenic 5K run/walk to support the Fort Myers Beach Woman's Club.
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Cops n Joggers 5K Family Fun Night
6-12 p.m. — Downtown Jewelry & Watch Company — $30 Adult/$20 Youth — Participate in a family-friendly 5K night race benefiting local heroes with food, music, and activities for all ages.
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