Good morning, Naples.

The Naples Daily News is hosting its pizza bracket challenge that leaves Italian Deli and Market and LowBrow as the final choices in a contest to decide Collier County's best pizza.

Voters can cast one vote per device online until noon on April 3.

Nikki Compress and Gabrielle Romero are breaking barriers in construction in Naples as they manage groundwork and safety while showing that women can succeed in a field dominated by men.

They noted that women now make up only 30% of construction jobs on the Gulf Coast—sparkking hope that more women will join the industry.

Traffic in Southwest Florida improved as FDOT poured 300 yards of concrete on the Little Pine Island Bridge deck last Friday, reaching a milestone in Phase 1 of its rebuild.

Motorists should plan for a northbound off-ramp closure at Collier County’s diverging diamond interchange Tuesday night (detour routes provided) and a southbound closure Wednesday night (follow posted signs).

A revolutionary spinal fusion surgery called CemLif is being developed in Naples to treat severe back pain by using tiny, curved needles to inject a special cement—eliminating the need for rods or screws.

Dr. Mark Frenkel, working under the Physicians Regional Healthcare System, has performed 50 procedures since January 2024, and one patient, Ana Algner, regained her mobility after last year's surgery.

Several local children celebrated being cancer-free at Golisano Children’s Hospital by ringing a bell to mark their victory—fighters like Elena Lopez, Alexis Leon-Gomez, Aiden Newland, Charlotte Beitler, Ryker Privett and Sophia Strange each overcame leukemia or other cancers.

NCH Rooney Heart Institute finished a clinical trial of its new Affera Mapping and Ablation System—with the Sphere-9 Catheter—to treat atrial fibrillation and other heart rhythm problems.

The trial, led by Dr. Dinesh Sharma, showed the system is safe and efficient—FDA approval confirmed the positive results.

Today, the Food Safety—Inspection Service announced a recall of about 212,268 pounds of liquid egg products made by Cargill Kitchen Solutions— a Lake Odessa, Michigan establishment— that were produced on March 12th and 13th because they may contain a cleaning solution with sodium hypochlorite. There are no confirmed reports of adverse reactions and the products have been distributed to food service locations in Florida and other states.

Comedian Tina Friml Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the animated optimism of Tina Friml, recognized as a rising comedy star, addressing life with cerebral palsy.

Jimmy Keys Live Music

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Barbatella — Additional $30 per person — Enjoy a night of music, impressions, and comedy with the lively Jimmy Keys.

Friday After 5

5-8 p.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Full menu available — Explore the Garden with fun activities and live music on select evenings.

ENCP Bunny Hoppin' Easter Event

12-2 p.m. — East Naples Community Park — Pre-registration required — A drop-off event for ages 4-14 featuring an egg hunt, games, and pizza.

Dueling Pianos Experience

7-9 p.m. — Naples Bay Resort & Marina — $74.95 per person — Engage in a high-energy night of music and laughter with the dynamic Real Deal Dueling Pianos.

NLYH Women's Golf

8-9 a.m. — Lakewood Country Club — Available for additional golfers — Enjoy a friendly 9-hole round with fellow women golfers in the community.

Tuesday Evening Supper Club

5-9:30 p.m. — Old Vines Supper Club — $65 per person — Enjoy an elevated family-style dinner featuring a unique rotating menu crafted by talented chefs.

Sweet Charity Performance

3:30-10:30 p.m. — Gulfshore Playhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience the charm of Sweet Charity live in Naples.

Let There Be Light: Evening Healing Prayer Meeting

6-8 p.m. — Christian Healing Center of Naples — Free admission — A restorative gathering for healing prayer in a welcoming environment.

Early Spring Tasting Experience

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Old Vines Supper Club — Reservations recommended — Experience a reimagined seasonal tasting menu in a charming setting.