Good morning, Naples.

The ULA Atlas V rocket carrying Amazon Leo satellites will blast off from Cape Canaveral on Sunday, March 29 at 3:53 a.m. ET.

Viewers in Florida & other states may see the 1.3 million pound rocket light up the sky if weather allows.

The Wine Women & Shoes 2026 event raised $568,000 for Naples Cancer Advisors at the Naples Sailing & Yacht Club.

More than 300 community members enjoyed wine tastings, fashion boutiques, and live auctions while organizers announced that next year’s event will be held Feb. 20 — promising another vibrant fundraiser.

Saucy! by KFC opened at Carillon Place on Airport-Pulling Road and now serves chicken tenders with 12 unique sauces in sandwiches, tacos, salads, and rice bowls.

The fast casual restaurant operates daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

FPL is installing 40 miles of underground power lines to boost grid resilience for 1,470 Golden Gate Estates customers, with crews laying conduit to avoid invasive trenching.

The Storm Secure Underground Program project will finish by the end of 2026.

On Jan. 17, a mural titled 'The Growth of Our Beloved Neighborhood' by muralist Juan Diaz was installed in the Heights Foundation education building lobby — featuring 12 hand-built wood panels and community-painted contributions — to celebrate Harlem Heights’ history and future.

Florida gas prices dipped slightly this week yet remain near record highs, causing airlines to raise fares and prompting USPS to add an 8% fuel surcharge effective April 26 until Jan.

17, 2027 plus experts expect oil to stay above $95 per barrel for the next two months.

In February, pending home sales in Naples increased 55.9% compared to last year as more buyers signed contracts on both resale and new construction homes, with condominium sales jumping 82% (from structural reserve study deadline impacts).

Overall, closed sales rose 21.3% while inventory shrank.

Lely High School hired Dan Nieboer as head football coach on March 26.

He comes from Liberty Christian (in Argyle, Texas, where he helped win a state title) and replaces former coach Ben Hammer (whose teams won two district titles and made playoff appearances).

Local high school sports delivered results this week as Canterbury won the IMG Tournament by a score of nine to three and teams excelled in baseball, softball, flag football and lacrosse events held from March 23 to 28.

Fans are watching players who helped set the pace for the season.

Great Inflatable 5K

8 AM – 12 PM — Naples Classical Academy — Entry Fee Required — Bounce, climb, and sprint through the most hilarious inflatable obstacle course experience.

QHHT Group Regression

6:00PM — Omaya Studio — Free — Explore your subconscious in a guided group experience using quantum healing hypnosis.

Jamie Lissow Live Stand-Up Comedy

6:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket required — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Jamie Lissow, known for his appearances on major television shows.

Family Social at Naples Botanical Garden

10 AM – 12 PM — Naples Botanical Garden — Free entry — Enjoy an educational tour and participate in tomato planting while exploring beautiful tropical gardens.

NOC NOC Bird Counting Event

5-7 p.m. — Naples Outfitters & Kayak Company — Free entry — Learn to use binoculars and join a monthly bird count in a nearby park.

Mitch Fatel Live Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with renowned comedians Mitch Fatel and Jordan Garnett.

Friday After 5

5-8 p.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Full menu available — Explore the garden after-hours while enjoying live music and unique local art.

Easter Sunday Dinner Special

4-9 p.m. — Giuseppe and the Lion — Dinner specials range from $9.95 to $52.95 — Enjoy a festive dining experience with live music and Easter-themed dishes.

Monday Trivia Night in Naples

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Midnight Tavern — Free to play — Test your knowledge and compete for prizes with friends during a lively trivia night.

Naples Trivia Night

7-8:30 p.m. — Celebration Park Naples — Free entry — Unleash your inner trivia buff and compete for gift card prizes at this fun weekly event.