Python removals hit milestone: The Conservancy of Southwest Florida removed a record 6,300 pounds of invasive Burmese pythons this season, pushing total removals past 20 tons since 2013 — find out how they’re turning the tide.
Tiger Dams fortify Naples Airport: On August 13, the Naples Airport Authority’s operations team completed training on a 3,000-foot Tiger Dam flood barrier system, offering rapid, water-powered protection for terminals and critical equipment against storm surge — learn what this means for future hurricane readiness.
Publix opens at Orange Blossom: This October, a 52,249-square-foot supermarket with self-checkout stations, mezzanine café seating and an adjoining Liquors unit will debut at The Shoppes at Orange Blossom, with eateries and a drive-thru bank coming soon — find out what’s next.
Fun Money scholarship unveiled: The Eghrari family’s annual Isabella Eghrari Memorial Scholarship offers $500 awards so Immokalee Foundation students can recharge and embrace work-life balance — find out how to apply.
Catalyst debuts new shoulder system: Naples-based Catalyst OrthoScience has launched its Catalyst Fracture Shoulder System to enhance tuberosity fixation, simplify surgical steps and deliver high patient satisfaction with low revision rates — find out what sets it apart.
Other Naples headlines this week
- Naples, Fort Myers among top RV destinations
- Two Meatballs opened third Naples location
- Southwest Florida shores see turtle nesting surge
- Marco Island intersection upgrades begin September 2
- Marco realtors collect for St. Matthew’s House
- Boat launch has reopened ahead of schedule
