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Hi there, Fort Myers! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Meet the new evening face of Fort Myers' Gulf Coast News
  • How Lee Health aims to keep more doctors in Fort Myers
  • How a county club is growing options for disabled adults locally

Today's riddle: What did the tree say when Spring arrived? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: A couple of thunderstorms, with a high of 93 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: An afternoon t-storm or two, temps: high: 92, low: 75.
  • Sunday: An afternoon t-storm or two, with a high of 91 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Lindsey Burrell Joins Gulf Coast News in Fort Myers as Weekday Evening TV Anchor/Reporter (newsblues.com) — Fort Myers viewers will soon see a new face on their evening newscasts as Lindsey Burrell joins Gulf Coast News stations WBHH and WZVN as weekday evening anchor and reporter. She brings experience from Des Moines and South Dakota, a strong community-service background, and says she's eager to plug into Southwest Florida life—especially its beaches.
   

2. How to recruit physicians with retention already in mind (ama-assn.org subscription) — Lee Health in Fort Myers is reshaping how it recruits and keeps physicians, tying every step from job ads to onboarding into a long-term retention plan. Local patients may benefit from lower turnover as doctors receive concierge-style recruitment visits, structured onboarding, leadership development, and ongoing support aimed at keeping clinicians in the community.
   

3. Adults with disabilities program expands to Fort Myers, Estero (naplesnews.com) — A Lee County Parks & Recreation program for adults with disabilities is expanding services at the North Fort Myers Recreation Center and Estero Recreation Center, giving local families more daytime social and recreational options. The Variety Club focuses on adults who are out of school, offering structured activities and community connection during the day.
   

4. 'Babydoll' star Dominic Fike of Naples releases Dolly Parton tribute (news-press.com) — Dominic Fike, who grew up in nearby Naples, has released a surprise tribute track and video honoring the late Dolly Parton, quickly racking up views online. The story also notes that his earlier hit "3 Nights" nods to Fort Myers' "City of Palms" nickname, highlighting how the rising star continues to weave Southwest Florida roots into his music and growing Hollywood profile.
   

📸 Around Fort Myers

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Fort Myers

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★ Featured events ★

    Saturday September 19
  • Nikki Glaser →
    Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Fort Myers
    7:00 pm

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📣 Fort Myers Shout Outs!

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Friday August 28
  • In the Galleries - August and September 2026
    Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL, 33919, United States
    9:00 am
  • F*ckUp Nights Fort Myers | Vol. 14
    Alliance for the Arts , 10091 McGregor Blvd, FORT MYERS, FL, 33919, United States
    6:00 pm
    • Saturday August 29
  • Auditions: Summoning the Damned
    Alliance for the Arts , 10091 McGregor Blvd, FORT MYERS, FL, 33919, United States
    11:00 am
  • Grupo Bronco →
    Fleamasters Music Hall, Fleamasters Grand Pavilion, Fort Myers
    2:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Here are some pictures of a ferret someone found in Cape after I got him home.
    Little guy is super skinny and was super dehydrated. He's doing much better, but still needs a bit longer before he'll be 100%. My wife and I gave… (Nextdoor San Carlos Park North)
  • I have a 2 year old female guinea pig
    Who has been alone her whole life. She is in desperate need of rehoming. I got her 4 Months back from a classmate who was keeping her is horrible… (Nextdoor Westbrook)
  • Sonic posted a job opening for Team Member - Late Night in Fort Myers. Apply here.
  • Family Dollar posted a job opening for Assistant Manager I 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!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: What a re-leaf! (Thank you Flo G. for sending it in!)
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