Good morning, Fort Myers.

Mon Paris coffee shop and bakery in Fort Myers reopened on August 20 with a new owner and a fresh menu of all-day brunch items and baked goods.

Owner Veronika Maivaldova, who brings experience from bakeries and bistros in the Czech Republic, said the cafe now offers specialty sandwiches and locally sourced ingredients — and will add more items soon.

The Beach Kids Foundation awarded $21,000 in scholarships—and hosted a dinner at Island Pancake House on Fort Myers Beach—to honor local pioneers Tom Myers and Roxie Smith while recognizing student Chris Prisco, who will attend Florida SouthWestern State College.

The foundation will also hold a pickleball fundraiser, pancake breakfast, and holiday drive soon.

Today, heavy showers and thunderstorms will increase flooding risks along the Gulf Coast as yesterday's rain left the ground saturated—rain chances remain high through Monday.

Portions north of the Caloosahatchee may see the highest amounts while Tropical Storm Fernand moves north without impacting land.

Residents are urged to prepare for hurricanes as if a major storm will hit today—recent events show that even off-course hurricanes can cause heavy winds, storm surge and flooding.

They are advised to gather essential supplies, know their evacuation zones and check forecasts regularly for any changes.

A fourth weekly vigil was held outside Alligator Alcatraz detention center on August 24 — after a federal judge ruled that the facility must shut down in 60 days for violating federal law.

Religious groups prayed, sang, and chanted shut it down outside as protests grew over its treatment of detainees.

Golisano Children's Hospital held its Cuts for a Cause event at Boomz Barbershop on Sunday morning to raise funds for Barbara's Friends to help kids battling cancer; Dr. Scott Cesear had his head shaved by 15-year-old Alba (a cancer survivor) as part of the event (which ended at 2 p.m.).

High school football season is here and local reporter Dustin Levy is spending the next 10-12 weeks on the sidelines covering SWFL games—he writes previews, collects stats and posts real-time updates on game day.

He also builds early relationships with coaches and players during media days as Friday Night Football draws in excited fans until early November.

North Fort Myers Paint Party: Lilac Moon

6-9 p.m. — Seacraft Waterfront Tiki Bar — Pricing per person — Unleash your creativity while sipping tropical drinks and painting a vibrant Lilac Moon masterpiece.

Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Fort Myers

7:45-11:00 a.m. — Florida SouthWestern State College — Registration fee applies — Honor the legacy of a hero while participating in a meaningful community run.

Estero Art Experience: Sea Turtle Painting

6-9 p.m. — Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza — Pricing per person — Unleash your creativity with an evening of painting and delicious pizza in a vibrant seaside atmosphere.

The Magic of Motown

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall — Starting at $54.73 — Experience power vocalists and a live band performing timeless Motown classics.

Christian Singles Bowling Night

6:30-8:30 p.m. — HeadPinz Fort Myers — $24.50 for Hub Members, $44.50 for Non Members — Enjoy an evening of bowling, games, and fun with local Christian singles.

Marvilla Marzan Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Fort Myers Theatre — General Admission and Special Package tickets available — Experience nostalgic American classics with Marvilla's enchanting vocals.

Tom Segura Live

5-7 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with one of comedy's biggest stars on his Come Together tour.