Lisa Spooner
•9/15/2026
The Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency is seeking operators to help restore McCollum Hall as a cultural and community hub in the Dunbar area. The agency is accepting proposals for a restaurant operator and an organization to manage the music and performing arts center. The goal is to create a year-round destination for live music, cultural events, education, and community programs. Restaurant proposals are due Oct. 2, and performing arts proposals are due Oct. 6. You can submit restaurant proposals here. Performing arts proposals can be submitted here. DOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment, and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV.