Good morning, Fort Myers.

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades received a $10,000 donation from Elevate Home Services as part of their home readiness efforts during hurricane season in June – the gift will support the One in a Million campaign to close a $1.3 million funding gap for essential community services.

Sam's Club started its Late Summer Savings event on July 22, giving local shoppers discounts up to $600 on TVs, laptops, robot vacuums and grocery items.

New members can sign up at a lower rate until July 31 and enjoy savings until Aug. 16 + get deals on school supplies.

El Jardín, a new Fort Myers restaurant, offers Latin and Japanese flavors using locally sourced ingredients.

It opens Wednesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. (with extended hours until 10 p.m. on summer weekends).

Florida's back-to-school sales tax holiday runs from July 20 to Aug.

20 and helps parents in Fort Myers save on eligible school supplies, clothing, and computers. Tax-free savings can total about $25 per child, easing the start of the new school year.

District 1 candidate Jenn McDaigle says she will address Lee schools’ resource challenges by calling for more budget transparency, improved teacher support, and balanced technology use — measures designed to cut misuse of funds and better support students across the district.

Conservation groups including Earthjustice + Sierra Club filed a notice Tuesday challenging changes in the Endangered Species Act that may delay manatee protection in local waters.

They say new rules, which weigh economic factors over conservation, could leave key species unprotected.

Tropical Storm Bertha brought gusty winds, heavy surf, and dangerous rip currents to coastal areas yesterday and is expected to move away later today; the National Hurricane Center monitors two tropical waves in the Atlantic (one near Cabo Verde and one in the central Atlantic).

Lee Health received national acclaim — ranking third among 331 health systems for social responsibility in the Lown Institute Hospitals Index.

All four acute care hospitals earned A grades on performance measures, with Lee Memorial Hospital finishing second in the state on social responsibility.

Florida Realtors reported that the median sale price for single-family homes hit a record $432,000 in June, with 26,036 homes sold statewide & lower inventory spurring buyer interest amid steady mortgage rates.

Fort Myers buyers are expected to benefit from these market trends.

The demolition of the City of Palms Park stadium in Fort Myers began yesterday, ending a venue that hosted Red Sox Spring Training and college sports.

Officials have not yet announced plans for the site.

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.