Good morning, Fort Myers.

Athletes took part in a demanding event on Sunday morning at Apex Physical Therapy in Fort Myers to raise funds for Cancer Alliance Network, which helps local families cover daily expenses during cancer treatment.

The competition raised several thousand dollars and united community members in support of the cause.

SpaceX will launch 29 Starlink satellites from Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral tomorrow, July 14, and weather may allow residents in Fort Myers and nearby coastal areas to see the early-morning liftoff — if conditions are clear.

Pet entrepreneurs are expanding creative products regionally — Contreras of Pawz and Clawz in Bonita Springs created the Pawz Purse inspired by Rudy the Maltese while Fort Myers’ Beach Barkery is building a larger doggie daycare featuring separate play areas for little and big dogs.

Fort Myers native Chris Drake has been named principal at North Fort Myers High School and will host a meet-and-greet at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 23, in the school auditorium.

He has strong family ties to the school (his father and uncle served there for decades) and aims to continue its success.

Incumbent Debbie Jordan — board veteran — is running for re-election to the District 4 seat on the School Board, stressing fiscal transparency, teacher retention and student achievement amid a $92.4M budget deficit.

District 4 voters will cast their ballots on Aug. 18.

RSW is shutting off water to concourses B, C and D overnight from Sunday through Tuesday for its terminal expansion.

Water will be off from 9 p.m. until 4 a.m. daily - a boil water notice will remain until testing confirms safe water.

Pedigree recalled two lots of its 13.2oz canned dog food (lot codes 613C3KKCFC, 613C1KKCF) due to a risk of sharp metal or plastic fragments.

The FDA urges local dog owners to check labels as ingestion could cause choking or internal injuries in pets.

Doctors warn that extreme heat can cause stress, irritability, and anxiety and advise locals to cool off with water and cold washcloths.

Experts note that children, older adults, and those with mental health conditions are most at risk.

Lee Health held an event at Coconut Point to show how AI tools help clinicians spend more time with patients.

Community members saw demonstrations of systems like AI Scribe + digital whiteboards as the Digital Transformation team plans more events to build trust in new technology.

Mind Over Muscle: A Wellness Party for a Purpose

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Backyard Social — $5 — Celebrate wellness with fitness classes, local vendors, and support for mental health scholarships.

Spanish Comedy Night with Francisco Ramos

9:30 PM — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of laughter with renowned Latino comedians sharing their humorous stories.

Nike Basketball Camp at South Fort Myers High School

9 a.m.-3 p.m. — South Fort Myers High School — $420 — Elevate your basketball skills with expert coaching and fun competitions.

Group Ukulele Lessons

2-3 p.m. — Alliance for the Arts — Free — Strum, sing, and connect through music in a welcoming ukulele class for all skill levels.

The Wizard of Oz

7:30 p.m. — Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Follow the Yellow Brick Road in this beloved musical adventure with memorable songs and characters.