Charles Runnells

1 week ago | naplesnews.com | Charles Runnells

Fringe Fort Myers returns for its third year despite Governor DeSantis' criticism of fringe festivals. The Alliance for the Arts, organizer of the festival, defends the event, emphasizing its importance for creative expression and community vibrancy. A new rating system has been implemented for this year's festival, categorizing shows by age appropriateness. The festival features a diverse range of performances, including theater, comedy, magic and music. Florida Gov.

2 weeks ago | naplesnews.com | Charles Runnells

The Pier Peddler, a Fort Myers Beach store, amassed a collection of roughly 2,000 emergency service patches, which became a popular attraction. Hurricane Ian destroyed the store and swept away the patches, but many were later found washed ashore. The patches, both old and new, are now displayed in The Islander Gift Gallery & Boutique, another store owned by the same person, serving as a symbol of recovery and connection for the community.

2 weeks ago | naplesnews.com | Charles Runnells

Southwest Florida hosts numerous Memorial Day weekend events, including ceremonies, concerts, and other activities. Events include the Naples Philharmonic's "Patriotic Pops" concerts, the Collier County Veterans Council Memorial Day service, and the Bonita Springs Memorial Day Ceremony. Other activities include the Fort Myers Memorial Gardens service; a Red, White & Blue Pub Crawl; and Sunshine Ace Hardware's 'Stars & Stripes' events.

3 weeks ago | naplesnews.com | Charles Runnells

Florida TikTok star Omgitswicks, known for his Florida-centric skits, recently met fans at a Mighty Mussels baseball game. The event, billed as Social Media Influencers Night, featured several other Florida-based social media personalities. Omgitswicks threw the first pitch, met fans, and joined the game's live stream broadcast. The game drew over 3,000 fans, the third-highest attendance of the 2025 season.

3 weeks ago | news-journalonline.com | Charles Runnells

The City of Palms Dog Show, featuring approximately 150 breeds and 4,000 dogs, will be held at Lee Civic Center. The four-day event includes six American Kennel Club competitions, a puppy show, and FAST CAT races. Admission and parking are free, and attendees can interact with dogs and handlers. The show runs from Thursday, May 15th through Sunday, May 18th, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.French bulldogs. Golden retrievers. German shepherds. Even rare dogs like the Azawakh and the bracco Italiano.