Good morning, Naples.

A Collier County deputy rescued Kathy Sahasaylo from a community pond after she slipped during lawn work—he followed her call as she clung to poles—and she later thanked him with homemade rice bags to help ease his back pain.

Authorities are seeking Justin Schaeffer, 30, in North Fort Myers after he violated his probation linked to charges of stealing snacks and possessing fentanyl; he failed to meet with his probation officer after a June conviction and has 18 prior arrests (5'10" and 175 lbs).

A Naples man, Antonio Licout, was arrested in Colorado on July 11 and extradited to Florida for the April 10 shooting of 18-year-old Aaliyah Gonzalez near Airport-Pulling Road North and Ponce De Leon Drive—he now faces charges including second-degree murder and other felonies.

The Everglades Foundation released a report that showed the wetlands have an annual economic impact of $31.5 billion — the report comes as interest grows around the new Alligator Alcatraz detention center that opened this month.

Scientists discovered a new cell in Burmese python intestines that dissolves prey skeletons and controls calcium absorption—research using captive juvenile pythons on different diets was detailed in the Journal of Experimental Biology.

The study may help improve efforts to manage this invasive species in Southwest Florida.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Acting Assistant Secretary of the Army D.

Lee Forsgren signed an MOU on July 18 at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort to build the nearly $4 billion Everglades Agricultural Area Reservoir by 2029—part of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan.

Artists in Bloom Exhibition

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

Artists in Bloom

10 a.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Included with admission — Explore diverse artistic interpretations inspired by the vibrant landscapes of the garden.

Artists in Bloom

July 19 - October 26 — Naples Botanical Garden — Free with admission — Explore diverse artistic interpretations inspired by the garden's vibrant landscapes.

Artists in Bloom Exhibition

July 19 – October 26 — Naples Botanical Garden — Entry fee required — Explore diverse artistic interpretations inspired by the lush landscapes of the garden.

Artists in Bloom Exhibition

All day — Naples Botanical Garden — Admission fee applies — Discover the artistic interpretations of nature's beauty in a vibrant display of creativity.

Artists in Bloom Exhibition

July 19 – October 26 — Naples Botanical Garden — Free with admission — Explore vibrant art inspired by the natural beauty of the botanical landscapes.

Creative Re-boot Workshop

5-8 p.m. — Artist's Studio — Reserve your spot — Explore new problem solving skills and artistic voice through collage and printmaking.

Open House at Lely Resort

5-8 p.m. — 6901 Bent Grass Dr, Naples, FL — $932,000 — Explore this spacious 3-bedroom home with a pool and resort-style amenities in a tropical setting.

VYCP Camp Collier Before and After Care

7:15 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. — Vineyards Community Park — $15 per week — Convenient childcare for kids enrolled in Camp Collier during extended hours.

Jason Scoop Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy an evening of laughter with impressionist Jason Scoop's hilarious takes on pop culture.