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Friday, February 21st, 2025
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ St. Matthew's House is constructing Justin's Village in East Naples to provide transitional housing for 104 formerly homeless individuals. News-Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 77-year-old man in Collier County was arrested for vandalizing vehicles with petroleum jelly and puncturing their tires, believing they were parked on his property. ABC7
- ➤ The Florida Highway Patrol's traffic operation on State Road 82 resulted in multiple arrests and citations, targeting reckless and impaired drivers to enhance road safety. ABC7
- ➤ A 14-year-old Pine Ridge Middle School student was arrested for making threats against the school on social media, leading to increased security measures. NBC2
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Mercato International Festival offers a day of cultural exploration with food, music, and performances from over 30 countries, free for attendees. Florida Weekly
- ➤ Opera Naples' unique outdoor Festival Under the Stars expands to offer three fully staged operas, making it the only winter opera festival in the U.S. hosted outdoors, aiming to attract a broad audience with accessible performances. Naples Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Naples Police Chief Ciro Dominguez was appointed to the Florida State Immigration Enforcement Council, aiming to strengthen immigration law enforcement with his over 40 years of experience. News-Press
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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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Saturday Evening Social Dance at Modern Steps
Enjoy an evening of salsa, cha cha, tango, waltz, and swing dancing with an in-house DJ at a community dance event.
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19th Annual TD Bank Naples Bike Brunch
This popular annual event offers various cycling options ranging from 5 to 62 miles in a community-oriented atmosphere at Cambier Park.
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GGCP Learn to Swim Level 1 Program
A youth swimming program designed for ages 6-13 that teaches basic water safety and swimming skills at Golden Gate Community Park.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
What looks like talent is often careful preparation.
~ Ryan Holiday
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