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Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Our Mother’s Home will host its third A Seat at the Table fundraiser on Jan. 15 at Burroughs Home & Gardens in downtown Fort Myers to celebrate 25 years supporting teen mothers. Guests will enjoy waterfront dining & a silent auction with over $15,000 in packages. Florida Weekly
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Coast Guard, along with volunteers and Cajun Navy aircraft, is continuing its search 70 miles offshore for two boaters, Randall Spivey + Brandon Billmaier, who went missing during a Saturday fishing trip and whose case has become one of the largest rescue efforts in the region. WINK News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Barry Manilow postponed his January Hertz Arena concerts to March after doctors discovered a cancerous spot on his lung that requires surgery, and he rescheduled the shows for March 16 and 17 as noted on his Instagram post Monday. ABC7
- ➤ Barry Manilow postponed his January farewell shows in Florida after a cancerous lung spot was found, and he will have surgery that requires a month-long recovery; his concerts in Sunrise, Orlando, Tampa & Jacksonville have been rescheduled for February through April. The News-Press
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ The Powerball jackpot soared to $1.6 billion and ranked as the fourth largest in lottery history, with a drawing that took place Monday, Dec. 22 just before 11 p.m. — winners had the option of a lump sum of just over $735 million or an annuity. ABC7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers Firecats 8U and 9U teams returned from nationals with trophies and celebrated winning Pop Warner National Championships with a pizza party — a reward for their hard work. Coaches praised the young athletes' teamwork and said they are ready for more championship challenges. ABC7
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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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2026 Highlander Golf Classic
11 a.m. — Bonita Bay Club — Entry Fee Required — Swing into action at a charity golf event benefiting cancer care and support.
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2026 Gulf Coast Boating & Marine Expo
9 AM–5 PM (Jan 15-17), 9 AM–4 PM (Jan 18) — JetBlue Park — Free entry — Explore versatile boats perfect for the Gulf Coast lifestyle and enjoy exclusive incentives on upgrades.
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2026 Gulf Coast Boating & Marine Expo
9 a.m.–5 p.m. — JetBlue Park — Free entry — Celebrate the Gulf Coast’s boating culture with a range of boats and marine technology.
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Candlelight Concert: Queen vs. ABBA
8:30 p.m. — Music & Arts Community Center - Gulf Coast Symphony — Tickets selling fast — Experience a magical candlelight concert featuring the hits of Queen and ABBA.
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The Creative Collective
7-9 p.m. — Florida Gulf Coast University — Free entry — Gain insights into creating impactful content through a Christ-centered lens with award-winning professionals.
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