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Happy weekend, Lehigh Acres!
In today’s happening-today edition: Manatee rescue, Baby Rave, historic water tower teardown, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
From crisis to care: FWC rescued a sub-adult manatee from the Orange River in Lee County after a resident reported distress. Injured and cold-stressed, it went to SeaWorld Orlando as rescues are above average — read the full rescue update.
Legacy meets fiscal reality: Nearby Fort Myers is tearing down the historic water tower beside the IMAG History and Science Center. City council approved nearly $500,000 for demolition, and pieces will become a pavilion — learn why it’s coming down.
Youth theatre triumph and insight: Local student Jonny Serrat was named Outstanding Performer at 2026 Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta, plus a spot at iTheatrics summer camp. Hear director Dana Alvarez’s tip for JTF success — read the full story.
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💎 Local business spotlight
Fry fix, sorted: Craving hits? Maggy’s House delivers crispy, golden fries, perfect with wings, a steak sandwich, or a shameless solo order. Local, low-key, and reliably tasty, this spot turns midweek into a minor celebration with hot, salted perfection, no fuss, just the fries you wanted.
Glow-up, but smarter: If your skin and energy need a reset, Novaré Wellness & Aesthetics pairs serious tech like RF microneedling, Emsculpt Neo, and TMS with warm, no-drama care. Expect fresher looks and stronger vibes, without the hard sell or hassle.
Quick nine, right here: Lehigh Acres Park North offers a tidy 9-hole loop with concrete tees, Mach V baskets, and just enough water to keep you honest. Perfect for a post-work toss or weekend spin, grab a favorite mid, call a friend, and park a few.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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🔎 Scavenger Hunt @ American Legion Post 323 | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – Round up three co-conspirators and join Chapter 323’s annual scavenger hunt, a townwide romp fueled by a secret list, questionable navigation skills, and photo evidence. It is 40 bucks a team, proceeds benefit COTA, the Children’s Organ Transplant Association, and bragging rights last all year.
🍓 Strawberry Festival and Plant Sale @ Alva Methodist Church | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Skip the big box nursery and hit Alva Garden Club’s Strawberry Festival and Plant Sale for homemade strawberry shortcakes, hundreds of plants, and small-town charm you actually like. Food trucks, crafts, produce, books, and baked goods keep it lively, and parking and admission are free.
🐶 Read to Dogs @ East County Regional Library | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – If your kid reads better to a dog than to you, join the club. Kids 6 to 11 pick a book, then cozy up with a certified therapy dog and handler for a judgment-free read-aloud, wagging tails, and the kind of patience only canines provide.
💍 Spring Wedding Expo @ The Venue at Mudge Ranch (Labelle) | Sunday (3/15) at 1:00 PM – If you’re engaged, re-engaged, or just in it for the cake, head to Mudge Ranch in LaBelle for a spring wedding expo with free admission. Wander the ranch, meet vetted vendors, sip and sample, ogle florals and décor, and tour picture-perfect ceremony spots, prizes included.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Lehigh Acres report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 85°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 58%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11am and 1pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. East wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 2am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 66. Southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 84°F – Low: 67°F – Precip: 73%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8am, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 84. Southeast wind 2 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 2am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 67. South southeast wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
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