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Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bayshore Bodega Waterfront Café opened in September as a community hub for unique coffee, locally made food, and various events including Coffee Chats (10-11) on the first Wednesday each month. Owner Diane Sullivan and her team aim to bring local residents together by showcasing farmers markets and other local businesses. WINK News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Award-winning photographer Andrew West set up a remote-controlled camera in the SWFL woods on Tuesday, Jan. 27 and captured rare images of bears, bobcats and Florida panthers that offer a unique glimpse into wildlife – a rare view for local enthusiasts. News-Press
- ➤ Keith Alessi appeared Tuesday on Good Morning Gulf Coast to share his journey from corporate boardroom to banjo-playing cancer survivor in his award-winning show (Tomatoes Tried to Kill Me but Banjos Saved My Life), playing today through Jan. 30 at Laboratory Theater of Florida. NBC2
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A bright new mural in Immokalee honors local farmworkers and supports RCMA’s efforts to provide early learning and care for nearly 800 children, thanks to grants from the Naples Children and Education Foundation — the artwork adds local pride to this vital initiative. WINK News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dry and cold weather puts Southwest Florida under high fire danger, and officials warn residents to avoid parking on dry grass and using off-road vehicles. A recent brush fire in Lehigh Acres burned 3.5 acres, and a burn ban remains in effect. WINK News
- ➤ Hunter Carl Jackson captured a near-record 202-pound Burmese python in Florida's Big Cypress National Park. The capture marks one of the largest of its kind, drawing local attention to wildlife management efforts. Naples Daily News
- ➤ South Florida Wildlands Association plans to sue U.S. Fish and Wildlife if no reply is received within 60 days of its Jan. 20 notice over a 10,000-acre development near Ave Maria that critics say risks Florida panther habitat; the project will build homes, shops and parks on half the site. WINK News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Southwest Florida Proton in Estero now offers proton therapy that uses charged protons to treat cancers with precision while minimizing damage to healthy tissue. CEO Arie Dosoretz said patients with prostate, breast and pediatric cancers will receive more effective care at the new center. WGCU
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CHCN January 2026 Meeting
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Christian Healing Center of Naples — Free entry — Engage with community members during the first meeting of the year at the healing center.
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Meditation Class
9-10 a.m. — Omaya Studio — Cost info not provided — Reconnect with your inner peace through mindfulness and breath awareness in a nurturing environment.
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World Ukulele Day Celebration
Noon-6 p.m. — Downtown Bonita Springs — Free entry — Celebrate the joyful sounds of ukuleles with live performances, group jams, and a headliner concert.
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Third Street South Farmers Market
7:30-11:30 a.m. — Third Street South — Free entry — Explore an array of fresh produce, baked goods, and delightful treats at this vibrant weekly market.
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Super Bowl Feast and Celebration
6:00-9:30 p.m. — Giuseppe and the Lion — $40 All-You-Can-Eat Buffet — Enjoy endless food and drink specials while cheering for your favorite team.
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Picayune 10 Miler
12:30-3:30 p.m. — Naples, FL — $50-$60 — Experience the thrill of racing in the Gulf Coast's 5th annual 10-mile run.
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Neil Diamond Tribute Show
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Giuseppe and the Lion — Happy Hour available — Experience the best of Neil Diamond with Neil Zirconia presenting The Ultimate Faux Diamond.
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W.O.N.D.E.R Program for Families
10 a.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Included with admission — Engage the whole family in fun educational activities that inspire creativity and exploration.
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Steve Simeone's Clean Comedy Night
7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Two item minimum purchase required — Enjoy family-friendly comedy with storytelling inspired by childhood experiences.
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Peter Cahill Book Signing
3-6 p.m. — Midnight Tavern — All proceeds benefit a medical fund — Meet the author and support a cause connected to NF2 research.
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