Good morning, Fort Myers.

Warrior Fisherman – SouthWest Florida is seeking donated marine plywood, fiberglass & parts to build an accessible deck boat so disabled veterans can safely fish.

The nonprofit made 46 trips in two years and now needs support to keep offering peaceful water outings to veterans.

Artis-Naples has announced its 2026-27 season featuring all nine Beethoven symphonies led by Alexander Shelley and star performances by Yo-Yo Ma and Audra McDonald at various venues in Naples — including exhibitions at The Baker Museum.

The season explores themes of hope and renewal through music, art, and live events.

Radio veteran Matt Mangas has championed local bands for five years with U.S. 41 Radio, streaming 24/7 from his Fort Myers apartment & hosting live shows twice a month at The Twisted Fork.

BIG ARTS will host the Currents mural project at the Dunham Family Gallery starting in August as four local artists collaborate over six weeks to transform the space — a closing reception is scheduled for Friday, Oct.

30 at 5 p.m.

Fort Myers Beach’ historic Mound House Museum now features a public preservation center — the only archaeological lab in SW Florida — that displays thousands of Calusa artifacts from excavations started in 2002; tours run every Saturday at 2 p.m. today.

Alliance for the Arts will break ground on Aug.

7 at 5 p.m. at its campus for the Rainbow Bridge Pet Memorial, a unique space honoring treasured pets (with local donors supporting the construction).

Veterinarians at the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife on Sanibel removed a small piece of plastic from a juvenile purple martin nicknamed (Prince) before releasing it back to its Cape Coral colony at Cheryl Anderson’s home.

The bird returned after weeks of careful care.

The annual Florida Python Challenge offers cash prizes to hunters for removing invasive Burmese pythons from the Everglades to protect native wildlife.

The 10-day contest began July 10 — with rewards of $25,000 and $10,000 for the most pythons removed.

Taco Bell removed lettuce linked to a cyclosporiasis outbreak from select restaurants in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia + Florida locations remain safe and will receive a replacement ingredient within 24 hours, with local health officials noting typical case numbers.

Health officials report nearly 100 cases of cyclosporiasis from contaminated produce in Florida (with symptoms like diarrhea and cramps affecting patients), and they advise washing fruits and vegetables thoroughly since freezing does not reliably kill the parasite.

Call It Closed co-founder Aprile Osborne said the housing market is shifting with 12,000 properties in Lee County and 7,000 in Collier, making it a buyer’s market where rising build costs and post-COVID price adjustments challenge sellers.

Osborne stressed working with an expert.

After a 29-year partnership ended, the Penguins named the Florida Everblades as their ECHL affiliate for the 2026-27 season.

The Hoffmann Family of Companies, local to Southwest Florida, backs the change to boost player development.

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.

Kris Fried at Snappers Comedy Club

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Tickets from $62 — Kris Fried brings an unforgettable comedy experience to Fort Myers.