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Thursday, March 27th, 2025
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 17-year-old from Collier County was hurt and is in the hospital after he was stabbed and run over while trying to protect a 14-year-old girl at a McDonald's on Collier Boulevard and Immokalee Road — 20-year-old suspect Hayden Retherford now faces nine felony charges — and police continue investigating the incident. WINK News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Neil Volz has been named the new executive director of Alliance for the Arts and will use a people-centric approach to boost community engagement—he brings over 20 years of advocacy experience as the organization marks its 50th anniversary. WGCU
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Florida Forest Service is fighting a 5-acre brush fire off I-75 south of Immokalee Rd near Jonquil Circle that threatens four homes and is slowing traffic — four tractor plows, aircraft and local firefighters are working to contain the blaze. Fox 4
- ➤ Crews contained a 6-acre brush fire near mile markers 109 and 111 on Interstate 75 in the Wilshire Lakes Community on March 26—causing neighborhood evacuations, heavy smoke, and delays on the interstate. News-Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Collier County Transportation Management Services Department is holding an open house style public meeting today at North Collier Regional Park—Exhibit Hall to review the six-lane Airport Road Widening Project that will improve traffic and safety between Vanderbilt Beach Road and Immokalee Road. Local residents and business representatives have raised concerns on social media about overdevelopment and limited north-south road options as the project reaches 60% design. Naples Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mariner High School wrestler Maximus Brady won his fourth straight state championship — making him only the second in Lee County to reach this milestone — and he plans to pursue national titles in college at Northern Iowa. WINK News
- ➤ Noah Kent, a 20-year-old Naples native who qualified for the Masters Tournament after finishing runner-up at the U.S. Amateur Championship, will compete from April 10-13 and already earned a sponsor’s exemption for the Texas Children's Houston Open. He transferred from Iowa to Florida for warmer weather and will play the Terra Cotta Invitational in Naples before flying to Augusta—he aims to make the cut and compete for the Silver Cup. News-Press
- ➤ The FGCU women's basketball team faces major changes after head coach Chelsea Lyles resigned earlier this week; six key players have graduated, two entered the transfer portal on Tuesday, four remain eligible, and three have uncertain futures — the program must rebuild for the 2025-26 season. Naples Daily News
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Alzheimer's Awareness Health Fair
9-11 a.m. — The Salvation Army Fran Cohen Youth Center — Free entry — Explore healthy brain habits and learn about Alzheimer's through interactive games and information sessions.
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Longboat Key Art Splash
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Naples Picasso | Free entry | Enjoy a vibrant community festival at the beautiful Longboat Key Town Center Green featuring local art and festivities.
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Phil Collins and Genesis Tribute Concert
7-9 p.m. | Cafe on the Bay at Naples Bay Resort | $74.95 per person | Experience the ultimate tribute to Phil Collins and Genesis with a high-energy performance that revives iconic hits.
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JIM BREUER's Comedy Jam Featuring Joe Sib & Rich Aronovitch
7-11 p.m. | Off The Hook Comedy Club | Ticket prices vary | Experience a night of laughter with comedian Jim Breuer and special guests Joe Sib and Rich Aronovitch.
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Dancers’ Choice Group Class
7-8 p.m. — Modern Steps School Of Dance — $15/person — Learn the basics of social dance in a welcoming group setting with expert instruction.
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Comedian Tina Friml Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the animated optimism of Tina Friml, recognized as a rising comedy star, addressing life with cerebral palsy.
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Jimmy Keys Live Music
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Barbatella — Additional $30 per person — Enjoy a night of music, impressions, and comedy with the lively Jimmy Keys.
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Friday After 5
5-8 p.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Full menu available — Explore the Garden with fun activities and live music on select evenings.
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ENCP Bunny Hoppin' Easter Event
12-2 p.m. — East Naples Community Park — Pre-registration required — A drop-off event for ages 4-14 featuring an egg hunt, games, and pizza.
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Dueling Pianos Experience
7-9 p.m. — Naples Bay Resort & Marina — $74.95 per person — Engage in a high-energy night of music and laughter with the dynamic Real Deal Dueling Pianos.
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