Tuesday, February 18th, 2025
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents of Riverpark East in Naples oppose the city's $20 million plan to buy Stillwater Cove for affordable housing, citing flood risks and other infrastructure needs. Fox 4
- ➤ The Caxambas Park boat ramp in Marco Island has reopened with a $1.2 million renovation including new docks and amenities after Hurricane Ian's damage, with a change that commercial boats can no longer launch from there. NBC2
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A house fire in East Naples resulted in one person being hospitalized and significant property damage, with investigations ongoing. WINK News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A family in Naples is suing a transportation provider and its driver, alleging their disabled son was assaulted by another passenger on the service's bus, causing him severe injuries and trauma. News-Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Marielle Plaisir's exhibition, 'Rhapsody for a Beloved World' at The Baker Museum, delves into colonialism's legacy and societal impacts through multidimensional light box art. WGCU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A Naples dad, previously a financial adviser, is opening a Children's Lighthouse early education center to address local demand and long waiting lists for quality childcare. News-Press
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Luxury Afternoon Sightseeing Cruise in Naples
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Guided Afternoon Cruise of Naples Bay and Gulf of Mexico
Enjoy a narrated sightseeing cruise exploring Naples Bay and the Gulf of Mexico while learning about local history and wildlife.
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Luxury Afternoon Sightseeing Cruise
Experience a narrated sightseeing cruise through the scenic waters of Naples Bay, Port Royal, and the Gulf of Mexico, offering comfortable seating and opportunities to view local wildlife.
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Luxury Afternoon Sightseeing Cruise on Naples Bay
Experience a narrated tour of the scenic Naples Bay and Gulf of Mexico aboard an elegant yacht, with opportunities to view local wildlife and multi-million dollar homes.
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Luxury Afternoon Sightseeing Cruise in Naples
Experience a narrated cruise through Naples Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, featuring scenic views of waterfront homes and local wildlife.
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Naples Adventist Christian School Open House
The Open House event at Naples Adventist Christian School provides an opportunity for prospective families to explore a nationally certified institution focused on Christian education for grades Prekindergarten through 8.
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Cha Cha Dance Class for Beginners
This group class focuses on teaching the fundamentals of the Cha Cha dance, helping beginners gain confidence in social dance settings.
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Cocktail Scavenger Hunt at Naples Botanical Garden
Participate in a garden-wide scavenger hunt to discover plant ingredients for craft cocktails while answering trivia and learning from a Garden educator.
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Mike Vecchione Stand-Up Comedy Show in Naples
Comedian Mike Vecchione will perform live at Off The Hook Comedy Club in Naples.
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Stand-Up Comedy with Rafi Bastos
Jewish-Brazilian comedian Rafi Bastos brings his unique humor and viral stand-up clips to Off The Hook Comedy Club for an entertaining performance.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Mark Caine
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