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Saturday, December 21st, 2024
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Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Fort Myers inaugurated its first affordable home under a new program, aimed at addressing the community's housing needs and enriching lives. ABC7
- ➤ The Sanibel Causeway has achieved a milestone by shifting traffic to permanent lanes as part of its comprehensive restoration to be concluded in 2027, following damage from Hurricane Ian. The News-Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Uber driver was convicted of raping a passenger in Lee County, Florida in 2022, with sentencing scheduled for January 2025. NBC2
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Lee County School District introduces new hiring incentives, including bonuses, for ESE teachers, speech-language pathologists, and school psychologists to address critical shortages. WINK News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ FEMA has established a Disaster Recovery Center in Fort Myers to assist residents impacted by Hurricanes Milton, Helene, and Debby, offering various forms of aid but not cash. Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Columbus Explorers won against the Grayson Rams in the quarterfinal game of the City of Palms Classic on December 20, 2024. The News-Press
- ➤ The Oak Ridge Pioneers faced off against the Owasso Rams in the City of Palms Classic quarterfinal game in Fort Myers, Fla., on December 20, 2024. The News-Press
- ➤ Dynamic Prep and DME Academy competed in a City of Palms Classic signature series game on Dec. 20, 2024, at Suncoast Credit Union Arena in Fort Myers, Fla. The News-Press
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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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Candlelight Concert: Christmas Carols on Strings
Experience a magical live performance of traditional Christmas carols by Listeso under candlelight at the Music & Arts Community Center in Fort Myers.
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Cirque Dreams Holidaze: A Whimsical Holiday Spectacle
Cirque Dreams Holidaze features a variety of costumed performers bringing holiday-themed vignettes to life through stunning acrobatics, music, and theatrical elements, perfect for family entertainment.
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Straight No Chaser Concert
Enjoy a live performance by the popular a cappella group Straight No Chaser at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall.
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Larry Johnson’s Essence of Motown New Year's Eve Celebration
Experience an unforgettable New Year's Eve filled with classic Motown hits performed by Larry Johnson and his band, alongside a delicious 4-course dinner and midnight breakfast.
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Fort Myers RV Show: An Indoor Showcase of Adventure Vans and Motorhomes
This free, four-day indoor RV show features a wide range of high-quality adventure vans and motorhomes from major manufacturers.
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Tony Perkins Basketball Regional Championships
The Tony Perkins Basketball Championships is a regional tournament for boys and girls in grades 3rd-8th, taking place in Fort Myers, Florida.
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Candlelight Tribute to Ed Sheeran
Experience a unique candlelight tribute featuring a string quartet performing Ed Sheeran's greatest hits in a beautifully illuminated setting.
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2025 New Year Networking Party
This networking party, hosted by the Tech Alliance of SWFL, features music, food, games, and raffle prizes aimed at bringing together the local tech community to celebrate the new year.
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