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Hello Fort Myers! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Will your Fort Myers street finally get repaved next year?
  • How one Fort Myers family keeps the NYE ball shining bright
  • Flying through RSW this week? Here’s why waits are so long

Also on today's calendar: The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Fort Myers, FL and 7 more events.

Find out what's happening in Fort Myersfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: The world champion tongue twister just got arrested! 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Fort Myersfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Tuesday: Cooler with clouds and sun, with a high of 64 and low of 42 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Plenty of sunshine, but cool, temps: high: 64, low: 45.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 68 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Fort Myers roads leave residents swerving to avoid damage (winknews.com) — Drivers on Fort Myers’ Michigan and Marsh Avenues are dodging bumps and damage as long-neglected streets jolt cars and wallets. Residents say their neighborhood is overlooked, while Mayor Kevin Anderson admits the city is behind on maintenance and outlines repaving plans split between city and county, with key work expected to move toward construction bids by summer.
   

2. Fort Myers NYE ball drop tradition continues with heartfelt family legacy (winknews.com) — Downtown Fort Myers is gearing up for its beloved New Year’s Eve ball drop, a tradition now lovingly maintained by local resident Harry Kitner. After his father hand‑built the original ball 13 years ago and passed away in 2018, Harry took over, ensuring the steel, light‑wrapped ball still lights up the River District and keeps his family’s legacy shining for the community.
   

3. RSW sees some delays and some cancellations after holiday weekend (fox4now.com) — If you’re flying through RSW or picking someone up in Fort Myers, expect possible delays and cancellations lingering after the holiday rush. Travelers described hours‑long waits, while flight‑tracking apps like FlightAware helped families time their airport trips and avoid extra frustration. Always double‑check your flight status before heading out.
   

4. Fort Myers Beach Vice Mayor Jim Atterholt to resign by end of year (news-press.com) — Fort Myers Beach Vice Mayor and councilmember Jim Atterholt will resign at year’s end, ending nearly six years of service that spanned Hurricane Ian recovery and major redevelopment fights. He cites family reasons but plans to stay involved locally, even as the town navigates recall fallout, controversial projects like the Seagate condos, and ongoing battles over insurance, schools, and rebuilding.
   

5. Creating color through the city (floridaweekly.com) — A local mural competition is transforming downtown Fort Myers with colorful new public art and giving emerging artists a chance to win wall space along MLK near the government center. Artsemble Underground’s “Battle of the Arts” at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center brings together painters from across Southwest Florida to network, share techniques, and help build a vibrant arts district for residents and visitors alike.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday December 30
  • Drop-In Classes with Terry Lynn 2025
    Alliance for the Arts , 10091 McGregor Blvd. , Fort Myers
    8:00 am
    • Wednesday December 31
  • Burger + Beer = $12 Cash / Wednesdays @ FMBrew!
    Fort Myers Brewing Company , 12811 Commerce Lakes Dr #28 , Fort Myers
    4:00 pm
    • Thursday January 1
  • Drop In with Terry Lynn (All Levels)
    Alliance for the Arts , 10091 McGregor Blvd. , Fort Myers
    9:30 am
    • Saturday January 3
  • Boys Varsity Wrestling @ Mariner HS
    Mariner HS
    7:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • 9 guys sentenced to prison for "trying to say goodbye" to cross country moving bartender. —Zangief K Read on Patch
  • I have found a great site for lost and found pets!!
    I have been looking into this because of so many on here. Pawboost. com it’s free and for all animals! I hope this can even help just one animal find… (Nextdoor Loma Linda)
  • I need friends.
    I am a mom, wife , have 9 year old. Love to read , walks , coffee (Nextdoor Kitty Hawk)
  • Home Depot posted a job opening for Warehouse Maintenance Associate in Fort Myers. Apply here.
  • R+L Carriers posted a job opening for Dock Hand Part-Time in Fort Myers. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fort Myers here.

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