Good morning, Naples.

The Naples Salvation Army saw a 175% rise in food assistance needs as it distributed 20,000 pounds of food in May and 30,000 pounds in June, serving 600 families compared to 400 before.

Captain Conley said many first-time clients, including some middle-class workers, now need support & the organization is urging more food donations and volunteers.

A 27-year-old Pine Island bicyclist was critically injured after being hit by a pickup on the 16-mile bike path on Jan.

27, and fatal bicycle crashes have risen in Lee and Collier counties. Naples police and the Naples Pathways Coalition are now offering free safety gear and urging stricter speed limit enforcement—actions aimed at protecting local riders from further harm.

Naples police are searching for 15-year-old Grace Kelly Schuldt who left her home on the 700 block of 12th Street North on Wednesday between 8 and 9:20 a.m. riding a silver Trek Verve bicycle + she is described as having dirty blonde hair with purple-dyed ends, blue eyes, standing about 5 feet 3 inches tall and may be wearing a black shirt, black shorts and black shoes.

On June 16, CROW broke ground on the new Harkey Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Complex in Sanibel after losing its previous facility during Hurricane Ian.

The state-of-the-art center—featuring advanced tanks and filtration systems—is expected to be completed early 2026 to help care for sea turtles facing threats like pollution and habitat loss.

Marco Island City Manager Mike McNees spoke after Monday's city council meeting when Chairman Eric Brechnitz called for his dismissal by raising 18 concerns about FEMA grants reporting—McNees said an upcoming auditor meeting will address any issues—and stressed that the audit is clean with no fraud.

Marco Island officials clarified that a report suggesting over $1 million in uncollected code fines was mistaken—Finance Director Guillermo Polanco’s data had included unbilled permit estimates and showed $1.6 million invoiced with only $12,000 collected by June.

City Manager Mike McNees and Chief Tracy Frazzano provided updated FY 2024 figures that reflect enforcement efforts focused on encouraging compliance.

FC Naples will face Westchester SC on Saturday, July 12 at 7:30 p.m. at Paradise Coast Sports Complex during a special Publix Game Night that celebrates local youth from a summer initiative + hosts a back-to-school supply drive for students.

Fans will join pre-game festivities + interactive games as part of this community event.

Zoltan Kaszas Live Comedy in Naples

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of hilarious observational humor from acclaimed comedian Zoltan Kaszas.

Freestyle Old School Dance Party and Michael Jackson Tribute

7-11:59 p.m. — Dimension Event Center — $30 and up — Dance to classic Freestyle hits and enjoy a live tribute to the King of Pop, Michael Jackson.

Steve Trevino Live Comedy Show

8-9:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the humor of America’s Favorite Husband, Steve Trevino, in a night filled with laughter.

GGCC Camp Collier MS Week 07

7:15 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. — Golden Gate Community Center — $15 per week — Enroll for a week of summer fun and activities for ages 5-14 at this family-friendly camp.

Omaya Studio: Spiritual Q&A

7-9 p.m. — Omaya Studio — Free entry — Engage in a live conversation exploring ego, energy, and inner awakening in a supportive environment.

Free Mosquitofish Distribution

6-8 p.m. — Sugden Regional Park — Free event — Get free mosquitofish to help control mosquito larvae in standing water around your home.

Opening Reception of Local Dining Experience

5:30-7 p.m. — Collier Museum at Government Center — Not specified — Celebrate Naples' culinary heritage from beloved dive bars to haute cuisine.

Rafi Bastos Stand-Up Comedy

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — VIP and General Admission options — Experience hilarious and thought-provoking comedy from renowned Brazilian comic Rafi Bastos.

Early Summer Tasting Experience

5-8:30 p.m. — Old Vines Supper Club — Menu & Reservations Available — Experience a signature tasting menu curated for the season at a highly-rated venue.

Artists in Bloom Exhibition

July 19 - October 26 — Naples Botanical Garden — Regular admission — Discover artistic interpretations inspired by the botanical beauty of Naples.