Good morning, Naples.

Dozens of community members gathered at Fred W.

Coyle Freedom Park on Friday, Sept. 11 to remember the 9/11 attacks (25th anniversary). The ceremony featured bagpipe performances and silent tributes.

Members of Carefree Boat Club faced ongoing fees after three Florida locations closed on Sept.

9 due to rising costs and poor communication, while JetRide Boat Club ceased operations on Sept. 1 (further limiting local boating options).

WINK produced a 25-minute special titled Before.

After. 9/11 that revisits Sept. 11 and highlights local connections from Sarasota to Pine Island (including a retired firefighter and an artist using parts of the World Trade Center).

Diesel fuel in Florida (according to AAA) surpassed $6 per gallon on Friday, reaching $6.06 and up 21 cents from Thursday.

The higher price may lead to increased costs for consumer goods, and truckers could face more expensive refuels.

The FWC and University of Florida offer guides to help locals identify native and nonnative species, including reptiles, amphibians, and fish.

Residents can report sightings to the Invasive Species Hotline (1-888-IveGot1) or online to help prevent environmental harm.

Forecasters say that strong El Niño, Saharan dust, and high wind shear have kept the Atlantic calm so far with no hurricanes forming this season.

Experts warn tropical waves east of Florida and the Northern Bahamas may spur development from Sept. 23 to Sept. 29 as the season progresses.

Florida health officials reported that locally acquired dengue fever cases have risen to 111 as of Sept.

5, and residents are encouraged to know the symptoms. Officials recommend seeking medical advice if experiencing fever, rash, or joint pain.

An iconic waterfront resort in North Naples is set to reopen as the first Signia Hilton on Florida’s Gulf Coast in January 2027 after an extensive renovation that began in April 2026 & reservations with Hilton Honors benefits are now available.

Naples Grande Beach Resort in North Naples, renamed as the Signia Hilton Naples Grande Beach Resort, closed in April for the biggest renovation in nearly 40 years and will reopen with redesigned rooms (and new culinary, wellness, and gathering spaces) for reservations starting Jan. 1.