Hundreds attended a Unity Park protest organized by local progressive groups as part of a national day of action to honor the late John Lewis

Community members and elected officials gathered at Fenton’s First Presbyterian Church Thursday for a teach-in celebrating the work, life, and legacy of civil rights icon John Lewis. Lewis, who represented Georgia’s 5th district for 34 years,

More than 200 rallied in Fort Myers to honor John Lewis and protest what they see as threats to civil and human rights.

"Good Trouble Lives On" demonstration planned in Bay County. Here's a breakdown of some reasons they're protesting and a response from the Bay GOP:

Activists rallied, waved signs and greeted motorists while gathered on the evening of Thursday, July 17, 2025 at the intersection of U.S. 41 and Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. Participants were part of the “Good Trouble” national day of action to honor the legacy of civil rights icon John Lewis.