NCAA Busts Jim Harbaugh for BurgerGate

The NCAA busts Jim Harbaugh, the former Michigan football coach and current coach of the Chargers for BurgerGate, not SpyGate.

What? Let us get this straight.

BurgerGate took place years ago when Harbaugh allegedly took some recruits to a burger joint in Ann Arbor. But it was said to be during a no-contact-with-recruits period due to the Covid pandemic. Harbaugh, Michigan and the NCAA fought tooth and nail about these allegations. Harbaugh never admitted to anything and the NCAA is certain Harbaugh lied to them. Lying to the NCAA is a Level I infraction.

A few months ago, the NCAA settled the case with Michigan by putting the Wolverines on a 3 year probation, fining them and restricting their recruiting time. But Harbaugh never signed off on the deal and so the NCAA still came after him hard. This week they announced a show-cause period of 4 years which basically means he cannot coach a college team until 2028.

Harbaugh doesn't care because he just signed a 5 year $80 million dollar deal to coach the Chargers.

What is strange about this is the NCAA is allegedly preparing a Notice of Allegations for Michigan's SpyGate scandal in which former Michigan staffer Connor Stalions is said to have been behind an advanced on sight scouting operation of future opponents. That is not allowed by the NCAA.

So when the headlines read: NCAA Busts Jim Harbaugh, many thought they were coming after him for SpyGate. It turned out to be for BurgerGate instead. Maybe in three or four years the NCAA will get around to dealing with SpyGate and we can all move on.

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Here are your Weekend Vibes, 5 things to get you out in Fort Myers this weekend. Good news, the weather is going to be more conducive to outdoor fun than it was last weekend when Tropical Storm Debby pounded the area. It might be weekend of clean up for you.

However, when you need to take a break, there are lots of things to help you escape. For fans of Anime, it's time to gather for an annual event in Fort Myers.

If you're looking for date night or a fun family night out, it's closing weekend for Mary Poppins at The Broadway Palm Dinner Theater in Fort Myers. Perhaps a

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Finally, if you have any upcoming events that you would like to share, please send them here. Here are your Weekend Vibes for August 9th through the 11th. Enjoy these 5 things to get you out in Fort Myers this weekend.

*Please note, events are subject to change. Especially considering the weather. It never hurts to confirm with a phone call or a quick check of social media and event websites. And if you are taking a road trip and need a place to stop for food, check out this great pit stop in Central Florida.

This 80's Tribute Band from England is known for their costumes, theatrics and for playing some of the best hits from decade fo big hair. Fans are also known to show up in their best 80's attire. The Show is 7pm Friday at the Caloosa Sound Amphitheate in downtown Fort Myers. Tickets start at $29. More info here.

This marks year three for the festival celebrating anime and all things related. The entertainment roster is full. You can participate in trivia, there is a lip-sync battle,  panel discussions with special celebrity guests and lots more. Sunday 10am to 5pm at Doubletree by Hilton Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops in Fort Myers. $20, 10 and under free with an adult. More info here.

The Standard Restaurant in downtown Fort Myers is hosting this weekend event to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters. Enjoy all kinds of family games, giveaways and even take a shot at dunking the mayor and other city officials in a Dunk Tank.  Saturday 4-7. 

This performance at Lee County Alliance for the Arts is a fundraiser for the next Fring Fest. Frank Blocker performs "Southern Gothic Novel," a one-man comedy. He is hoping to help boost the Alliance's budget after Florida's governor slashed art grants across the state this year. Blocker describes the show he wrote as “a cinematic novel in the form of a play done by one person." Its at the Alliance on McGregor Blvd in Fort Myers, Friday, 7:30. Tickets start at $15. More info here.

It's your last chance to see this childhood favorite brought to life on stage at Broadway Palm Dinner Theater in Fort Myers. Marry Poppins. It's the stage version of the iconic movie and all of your favorite songs are included. The show wraps up this weekend. Tickets start at $25. More info here.