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Good morning Fort Myers! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Deadly North Fort Myers crash under investigation after Del Prado collision
  • A Fort Myers gas station quietly sold a $1 million Powerball ticket
  • How RSW's July slowdown and construction could affect your next flight

Also on today's calendar: Career Kickoff SWFL! The area's Best Job Fai and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the fish say when she hit a wall? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 92 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: An afternoon t-storm or two, temps: high: 91, low: 75.
  • Wednesday: Breezy; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 90 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Punta Gorda woman dead in North Fort Myers crash (news-press.com) — A woman from Punta Gorda died Friday afternoon after her car rear-ended a stopped work van on Del Prado Boulevard in North Fort Myers, about a mile east of U.S. 41. The van's North Fort Myers driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries, traffic was diverted for several hours, and investigators are still working to determine exactly what led to the fatal crash.
   

2. Powerball jumps to $232 million. Saturday, Sept. 12, results, numbers (palmbeachpost.com) — Powerball has climbed to $232 million, but Fort Myers already had a big moment when a $1 million ticket from the August $1.04 billion drawing was sold at the Racetrac on Cleveland Avenue. The Cape Coral winner claimed the cash option, and the story explains recent jackpot rollovers, drawing times, and Florida's share of big prizes.
   

3. RSW Passenger Traffic Declines in July as 680,000 Travelers Pass Through Fort Myers Airport (suncoastpost.com) — Passenger traffic at Fort Myers' Southwest Florida International Airport dipped 5.7% this July, though overall 2026 numbers remain nearly flat compared with last year. Local travelers should expect ongoing construction as RSW remodels and expands terminal space, consolidates security checkpoints, and adds seating and concessions, while nearby Page Field in Fort Myers sees a sharp increase in general aviation activity.
   

4. Former North football star, West Virginia assistant Noel Devine arrested (news-press.com) — A former North Fort Myers High football standout, now a West Virginia University assistant coach, has been arrested in Morgantown on a felony strangulation charge and placed on indefinite leave. The article revisits his record-breaking rushing career at North Fort Myers and Lee County honors while outlining his current legal situation and upcoming preliminary hearing.
   

5. Best SW Florida reader photos include Pine Island, Cape Coral, Fort Myers (miramarflnews.com) — Fort Myers-area photographers are invited to share their favorite local scenes with Tropicalia, which regularly features reader images from spots like Pine Island, Cape Coral and Fort Myers. To participate, you just email a high-resolution photo, where it was taken, your name, and what camera or phone you used for a chance to be published.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hello!
    We found this cutie over near the Hyatt in The Forum. Not microchipped - but very friendly so we think she has been domesticated, she's about 4… (Nextdoor The Forum)
  • I understand if everyone can't do this, but purchased a #10 tube of 90/10 ground beef.
    Break it down to #1 packets and freeze. $5.99 a pound brings meals to a reasonable price. Been doing this along with the boneless pork for years… (Nextdoor Pinebrook Lakes)
  • Burlington Stores posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Stocking Associate - Part Time in Fort Myers. Apply here.
  • Florida Gulf Coast University posted a job opening for English Composition, Adjunct Faculty in Fort Myers. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fort Myers here.

Ok Fort Myers! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Dam! (Thank you George G. for sending it in!)
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