Tuesday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 90 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
Wednesday: An afternoon t-storm or two, temps: high: 91, low: 76.
Thursday: A thunderstorm in the area, with a high of 93 and low of 77 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Florida DOT revokes permits for automated license plate readers on state highways (gulfcoastnewsnow.com) — Florida's transportation department has revoked permits for automated license plate readers on state highways, ordering all devices removed within 30 days. The Fort Myers Police Department says it does not use Flock cameras, while the Lee County Sheriff's Office is reviewing the order. Several other counties statewide are already discontinuing LPR use as privacy and surveillance concerns grow.
• Spotlight on Success (floridaweekly.com) — A Fort Myers-based solar company co-owned by FGCU graduate Eric Perez highlights how local entrepreneurship programs are fueling new businesses across Southwest Florida. The story follows young founders from FAU and FGCU building AI, medical, and food ventures, emphasizing mentorship, practical skills, and long-term impact over quick profits. It also shows how these university programs connect students with investors and real-world opportunities.
In the Galleries - August and September 2026 Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL, 33919, United States 9:00 am
Contemporary Painting with Terry Lynn Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL, 33919, United States 9:30 am
Drop In with Terry Lynn (All Levels) Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL, 33919, United States 9:30 am
Group Ukulele Lessons Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL, 33919, United States 3:00 pm
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
So I'm sure you guys know I have posted this baby so many times… people had said that he has a home , but he doesn't. I get up at 3:45 in the morning because I work at five and he's there every morning every afternoon every night ,I would love to keep him but I have… (Nextdoor Edison and Ford)
Has anyone in the Morse Shores neighborhood or near this area seen a young teenage boy yesterday possibly between the hours of 5pm-9pm ? He would have been walking around with a wagon and fishing things. He has been missing since then he is autistic. Any information is very appreciated… (Nextdoor Morse Shores)
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🗞 Nearby News
Gateway
Photos: Detour Diner food truck opens brick-and-mortar in Fort Myers (news-press.com)
Game balls for SW Florida high school football top Week 2 performers (news-press.com)
North Fort Myers mom fights for safer bus stop for kids near Saint Paul Road (gulfcoastnewsnow.com)
Aroma Joe's Reports Strong Performance for First Half of 2026 (qsrmagazine.com)
Cape Coral
Best SW Florida reader photos include Fort Myers, Naples, Cape Coral (miramarflnews.com)
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