Good morning, Naples.

United Way of Lee, Hendry & Glades helps residents recover from recent disasters by offering 24/7 support through its 211 service that connects people to shelter, food, and other vital resources, and it coordinates local volunteers to deliver assistance.

The program also supports long-term recovery by distributing cleaning supplies, hygiene items, and other necessities through its Gifts in Kind program.

After 23 years in Naples, the Cars on 5th event will relocate after disputes with city staff over permitting, inaccurate attendance figures, and safety planning.

The organizer said the decision follows difficulties with event footprint and parking (with proposals from over 33 venues now under review).

North Collier Regional Park's Sun-N-Fun Lagoon will switch to weekend-only hours starting Saturday, operating from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sat-Sun).

The park features water slides, a lazy river, diving boards and splash areas for younger kids.

A new report shows rising food prices and reduced SNAP benefits are pushing locals into credit card debt when buying groceries.

Harry Chapin Food Bank will provide over 40 million pounds of food to neighbors in Charlotte, Collier, Glades, Hendry & Lee counties this year.

The Powerball jackpot reached $856M before Saturday’s drawing and remained unclaimed after more than three months.

Naples residents can buy $2 tickets at local convenience stores & gas stations while the next drawing is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 10 at 10:59 p.m. ET.

Naples Winter Wine Festival was named No. 1 in USA Today 10BEST for the second year and will be held from Jan.

29-31, 2027 at The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón, offering intimate dinners, auctions and charity events for Collier County children.

The Powerball jackpot reached $856 million for Saturday, Aug.

8 drawing, making it the eighth-largest prize in the game's history. Naples retailers offer tickets for the next drawing (Monday, Aug. 10) so local players can join the upcoming event.

Federal cuts and expanded work rules that took effect in July 2025 have reduced Florida’s SNAP enrollment from 2.8 million to 2.3 million, with over 550,000 Floridians losing benefits.

Florida now faces nearly $1 billion in added SNAP costs for 2028–29 as officials work to streamline eligibility.

Healthcare Network opened the Van Domelen Community Health Center in Orangetree earlier this year to offer primary, dental, behavioral and pharmacy care for families facing rising costs, having served over 55,000 patients last year including nearly half of Collier County’s children. The center provides care on a sliding fee discount scale.

Xfinity customers lost NFL Network and NFL RedZone access after the contract expired in April, and Comcast is negotiating with Disney/ESPN to restore service as the NFL season draws near.

Rene Vaca Live Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Rene Vaca, known for his viral social media presence and performances across North America.