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Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ During the Naples Winter Wine Festival, a fully rebuilt 1991 Land Rover Defender by North 44 Rovers will go to auction to benefit the Naples Children's Foundation. The car preserves its classic design while receiving modern upgrades & represents a commitment to community giving. WINK News
- ➤ Hundreds gathered at the Collier County Courthouse yesterday for a candlelight vigil organized by Indivisible Gambit SWFL to honor Alex Pretti and others killed by violent enforcement practices. News-Press
- ➤ With temperatures set to drop this weekend, Superior Plumbing Solutions advises residents to insulate outdoor pipes and pool pumps and run water in the pumps to prevent freezing. Homeowners should have a plumber on standby (like having a doctor) to avoid costly repairs. NBC2
- ➤ The West Coast Muscle Car Club will host its 22nd Annual Car Show at North Collier Regional Park this Saturday, Jan. 31, featuring classic and custom cars, food vendors, and family-friendly activities. All proceeds benefit Avow Kids (a program offering grief support for local children and teens). NBC2
- ➤ The Housing Alliance launched a campaign to raise $500,000 for its Amplify Housing Affordability Fund to support safe, affordable housing and hosted a donor reception at Ridgeway’s Bar and Grill where over 50 locals learned how to shape future housing solutions. Florida Weekly
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Under Terminal Expansion Project Phase 1, several food and beverage and retail concessions will permanently close at Southwest Florida International Airport. Closures will start Sunday night (Feb. 1) with outlets such as Great American Bagel, Jose Cuervo Tequileria, and Sbarro, while additional shops in the main terminal will close Monday night. WGCU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Three art fairs are on this weekend in Southwest Florida. Naples Art in the Park, at Cambier Park (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) Saturday, Bonita Springs Art Walk at Promenade at Bonita Bay Saturday and Sunday, and Sarasota Fine Art Show at the Sarasota Art Museum parking lot highlight talent. WGCU
- ➤ The Naples St. Patrick’s Day Parade, a nearly 50-year tradition, was canceled due to rising city costs but has been reinstated after residents and businesses stepped forward. The parade will proceed as scheduled downtown. Florida Weekly
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Contracted hunter Carl Jackson with help from his family captured a 202-pound Burmese python on Jan. 13 as part of efforts to reduce the invasive species in the Everglades. The 16-foot snake is the second-heaviest recorded in Florida & underscores challenges to protect the ecosystem. Naples Daily News
- ➤ Record low temperatures are expected to test the survival of invasive Burmese pythons in South Florida — with arctic air forecast for Friday into Saturday. Researchers note pythons may use animal burrows to find refuge while adapting to chillier conditions. Naples Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A mutated strain of influenza caused a surge in cases and hospitalizations during the winter flu season, though cases dropped over recent weeks. Florida health officials say the H3N2 strain showed some resistance to vaccines (experts advise continued caution). WGCU
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ With temperatures expected to dip into the 30s and 40s this week, a guide of 12 local soup spots offers residents warm meal choices across Naples. Emergency shelters in East Naples and Immokalee opened Jan. 26 and remain open until Feb. 2 (freeze warning in effect). Naples Daily News
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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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