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Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Costco submitted plans for a new South Naples store located at the southeast corner of Collier Boulevard and Rattlesnake Hammock Road—covering 22 acres with a 162,671-square-foot retail warehouse, fuel station, and 819 parking spaces. County staff will review the design next before the project appears at public hearings—addressing concerns over traffic, safety, and building layout. Naples News Now
- ➤ Naples chef Kayla Pfeiffer signed the lease for Heyday Cookshop, a new restaurant set to open by the end of the year near U.S. 41 and Neapolitan Way. Known for her work at Bicyclette Cookshop on Vanderbilt Beach Road and national accolades — including a win on Food Network’s Chopped and semifinalist honors for the James Beard Emerging Chef award — Pfeiffer aims to offer a creative New American menu and a vibrant gathering space. Naples News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rep. Vern Buchanan and Rep. Kathy Castor introduced bipartisan legislation banning oil drilling in both state and federal waters off Florida's coasts after concerns grew that another spill like Deepwater Horizon could devastate local beaches + harm tourism and fishing industries. The measure aims to protect Florida's marine environment and local jobs. WGCU
- ➤ A bill to stop oil drilling near three sensitive waterways including those by Apalachicola Bay cleared the state committee on Tuesday and will go to the House for debate. Local oyster farmers and tour guides say the 10-mile buffer zone will protect jobs and clean water — while some critics say the rule is too strict. Naples Daily News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ In February 2025, the Naples housing market saw inventory rise 35.8% to 7,320 active listings while the median closed price increased 4% to $650,000 and closed sales dropped 9.5% to 584. Sellers cut prices on over 2,800 properties as buyers paid an average 94.8% of list price and nearly 77% of transactions were in cash. Naples News Now
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Let There Be Light: Evening Healing Prayer Meeting
6-8 p.m. — Christian Healing Center of Naples — Free admission — A restorative gathering for healing prayer in a welcoming environment.
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Early Spring Tasting Experience
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Old Vines Supper Club — Reservations recommended — Experience a reimagined seasonal tasting menu in a charming setting.
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IMCP Eggs-travaganza
10 AM - 12 PM — Collier Museum at Government Center — Registration required — Enjoy an egg hunt and activities with the Easter Bunny for ages 1-12.
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Street Wars Car Show in Naples
12-7 p.m. — Fernweh Ice Cream — $20 registration fee — Celebrate car culture with show awards, vendors, and a fun contest atmosphere.
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Comedian Dave Burleigh Live
6:45-8:15 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Minimum purchase required — Enjoy an evening of laughter with impressionist Dave Burleigh showcasing his talents and comedic style.
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Naples Into the Light Support Group
7-8 p.m. — Emanuel Lutheran Church — Free entry — A welcoming group for those seeking community support and connection every Tuesday evening.
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Skin & Hair Reimagined: A REnew-YU Experience
11 AM – 1 PM — The Maddox Naples — Cost of lunch and refreshments not included — Discover revolutionary skin and hair rejuvenation techniques without downtime.
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Rock the Block Festival
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Mercato — Free entry — Enjoy live music by TreeHause and fun activities for the whole family at this vibrant block party.
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ELCP No School Day
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM — Donna Fiala Eagle Lakes Community Park — Pre-registration required — A safe space for children of working parents on school closure days.
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Artifact Excavators Family Day
11 AM – 2 PM — Collier Museum at Government Center — Free entry — Dive into archaeology with interactive excavations and delicious edible dirt cups.
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