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Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Artemis II launched Wednesday night at 6:24 p.m. from Cape Canaveral with weather 80% favorable despite thick clouds and gusty winds. Viewers along the Gulf Coast saw the rocket about 40 seconds later (some coastal spots experienced brief showers) while temperatures stayed in the low 80s. NBC2
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On March 31, a contract dispute between Comcast and Scripps caused a blackout of major network channels in seven Florida markets, affecting viewers including those watching the Panthers game in Miami. Comcast said it is working on fair pricing and terms to restore programming as soon as possible. News-Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Southwest Florida museums feature 35 art exhibitions this April, with five openings, four closures, and 26 ongoing shows. The Sarasota Art Museum highlights the art scene as it opens 'Something Borrowed, Something New' on April 19, running until September 27. WGCU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pharmacy supply issues mean Naples residents should ask their pharmacist whether a prescription delay is a simple stock hiccup or a true shortage and follow up with auto-refill or substitution options to avoid missing critical medications. ABC7
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Ron DeSantis visited Grouper & Chips in Naples on April 1 to spotlight its 32-year history and popular grouper sandwich in his dining series. The restaurant is known for its fish & chips and homemade key lime pie and operates Monday through Saturday with extended winter hours. Naples Daily News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ South Seas resort owners bought the 22-acre Rauschenberg property on Captiva Island on March 31. The buyers plan to integrate 10 buildings into the resort and honor the artist's legacy with future art programming. WGCU
- ➤ Casa San Juan Diego is breaking ground in Immokalee, adding 80 affordable housing rental units for residents earning up to 60% of the median income—development by the Diocese of Venice and National Development of America will finish the project by early 2027. WINK News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Thursday Night Trivia in Naples
7-8:30 p.m. — K.C.‘s Parrot 41 — Free entry — Test your wits in a fun team trivia competition with prizes for top teams.
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W.O.N.D.E.R in the Garden
10 a.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Included with admission — Families explore, create, and learn with fun activities in a beautiful garden setting.
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US Open Pickleball Championships
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. — East Naples Community Park — Check the website for pricing — Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the most prestigious pickleball tournament in the world.
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Darren Fleet Live Show
6-9 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the comedic genius of Darren Fleet with a performance filled with laughter and inspiration.
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W.O.N.D.E.R in the Garden
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Included with admission — An engaging family program for creativity and exploration in the garden.
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Tending Your Inner Garden Book Launch Celebration
6-8:30 p.m. — Bayshore Inn & Docks — RSVP required — Celebrate the launch of a transformative book while enjoying waterfront views and meaningful connections.
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