Good morning, Naples.

Police arrested Lucas James Ward after a hit-and-run crash on southbound I-75 at Mile Marker 131 that seriously injured a 24-year-old Bonita Springs man—officers later recovered his damaged Dodge Ram near an apartment complex on Three Oaks Parkway.

A man was arrested after a Monday night hit-and-run on I-75 that injured a Bonita Springs driver when a Dodge Ram hit a disabled Kia; officials later found the truck with right-side damage and signs it had been wiped down—Lucas James Ward, 22 now faces charges for leaving the scene with serious injury and tampering with evidence.

The Naples Botanical Garden opened in 2009 and is the youngest garden to earn the prestigious Garden Excellence Award.

Visitors enjoy tropical displays, rare plants, and a Brazilian mural by Roberto Burle Marx — his only work on public display in North America.

This weekend, Naples hosts fun events including Disney on Ice at Hertz Arena running Sept 4-7 — a 9/11 journal exhibit of Jerry Sandford at Bonita Springs Historical Society on Sept 6-7 and Sept 13-14 — a local art exhibit at Naples Art Institute from Sept 2 until Nov 30 — Adam Sandler’s show at Hertz Arena on Sept 8 — and Evening on Fifth with live music on Sept 11.

In May, Collier County reported a median home sale price of $621,250—a 2.7% rise from April but an 11.3% drop from last May.

Single-family homes sold for a median price of $730,000, and recorded sales fell by 18.4% compared to the previous year.

Tammy Pescatelli Live Stand-Up

7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — 2 item minimum purchase required — Experience the brassy humor of Cleveland's own comedy star Tammy Pescatelli.

Shabbaton 2025

9 p.m. - 11 p.m. — Naples Grande Beach Resort — Cost TBA — Experience a luxurious Shabbat getaway with gourmet kosher meals and opportunities for connection.

Breath. Chill. Coffee — The Morning Ritual

9:30-11:30 a.m. — Torch Hot Yoga Studio — Registration required — Experience a soul-awakening ritual with yoga, breathwork, and coffee to reset your weekend.

Open House: 3020 Woodside Avenue, Naples, FL

1-4 p.m. — Woodside Health & Rehabilitation Center — $495,000 — Explore a stunningly remodeled 2-bedroom home just minutes from the beach and nearby attractions.

Yaqiao Yang: Rising Star Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy sharp and witty stand-up from Tampa's newest comedy sensation.

Tom Shillue's Spontaneous Combustion Show

6:45 PM – 9:30 PM — Off The Hook Comedy Club — VIP options available — Enjoy a night of laughter with award-winning comedian Tom Shillue's new show featuring hilarious stories from his youth.

Serenity By The Sea

Friday to Sunday — Naples Grande Beach Resort — $60 registration fee plus optional banquet — A weekend of food, fun, and fellowship awaits with engaging workshops and lively discussions.

Train Tracks to Adventure Family Day

11 AM – 2 PM — Collier Museum at Government Center — Free entry — Experience the wonders of trains through interactive activities and fun for all ages.

Greg Hahn Live Performance

6-7:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — 2-item minimum purchase — Experience the energetic comedy of Greg Hahn with his signature one-liners and crowd work.

Gary Menke Live

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — 2 item minimum purchase — Enjoy a night of laughter with renowned comedian Gary Menke, a staple of the Naples comedy scene.