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Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Naples Hotdog Safari returns May 2, inviting 300 locals to taste hot dogs from six restaurants to benefit St. Matthew’s House. Attendees pick up a $10 scorecard at 11 a.m. at 2601 Airport-Pulling Road and wrap up at Mini Bar with a trophy ceremony at 5:45 p.m. (check schedule). Naples Daily News
- ➤ Atlas V launched Monday from Cape Canaveral and may have been seen from Florida to New England if weather conditions permitted, while SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy will launch Wednesday from Kennedy Space Center carrying a Viasat broadband satellite. Naples Daily News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Aldi announced it will remove 44 artificial ingredients from its private-label products by December 2027 (following a 2015 reduction) amid national pressure for simpler labels. The discount chain is expanding in Florida and across the U.S., and local shoppers can expect cleaner options soon. Naples Daily News
- ➤ Joey Fatone and AJ McLean have teamed up with Great Wolf Lodge for a summer promotion that offers families up to 51% off stays booked from today to Aug. 13, with promo code BEMAY valid on Friday, May 1, at the Naples resort (3900 City Gate Boulevard). The campaign, inspired by a viral meme, marks Fatone’s third year and McLean’s first as a partner. News-Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Florida gas prices have dropped below $4 a gallon with Naples reporting an average of $3.982 on April 27 as prices fall from last week. Nearby counties like Franklin face higher rates (up to $4.288) amid ongoing regional fluctuations. News-Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Collier County Commissioner Donna Fiala, known as The People’s Commissioner, died on April 23 at 88 after 20 years of service. Fiala helped develop East Naples and is honored with a renamed park — her memorial services are streamed live for close friends. ABC7
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Joey Fatone and AJ McLean partner with Great Wolf Lodge for up to 51% off stays booked from today through Aug. 13 with promo code BEMAY on May 1 — a nod to the viral meme at the Naples resort on City Gate Boulevard featuring an indoor water park. Naples Daily News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A public hearing is scheduled for today at 9 a.m. in Collier County as commissioners review Corkscrew Grove East Village development near Corkscrew Road and State Road 82 — the project would include up to 4,502 homes on 1,447 acres with commercial space, a school site, parks and 362 units. ABC7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school girls athletes are competing for SW FL Girls Athlete of the Week in a contest hosted by The News-Press and Naples Daily News. Voting closes Thursday at 10 a.m. and the winner will earn a BSN Sports T-shirt and a tote bag. Naples Daily News
- ➤ The SW FL Boys Athlete of the Week poll features 10 high school athletes in baseball, track and weightlifting from April 20-25. Voters have until 10 a.m. Thursday to choose the winner, who will receive a t-shirt and tote bag (sponsored by MY Shower Door and BSN Sports). Naples Daily News
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MindTravel Silent Piano Concert
7-9 p.m. — Baker Park — Limited tickets — Experience a mindful musical journey with pianist Murray Hidary in a serene outdoor setting.
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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 — Families can create, explore, and engage with fun lessons and activities in the beautiful garden setting.
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Chris Andrade Stand-Up Comedy Show
10 PM - 1 AM — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Minimum purchase required — Enjoy a night of laughs with Chris Andrade and insights from Escuela de Nada.
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Ariel Elias Comedy Show
6-9 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — 2 item minimum purchase per person — Enjoy a night of laughter with New York City's rising star comedian, Ariel Elias.
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W.O.N.D.E.R at Naples Botanical Garden
10 a.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Included with admission — Engage in educational activities designed to inspire kids to walk, observe, navigate, draw, explore, and read.
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Mario Salazar Live Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of high-energy comedy from Mario 'Superstar' Salazar.
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Preschool Storytime at Estates Library
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Estates Library — Free entry — Storytime and art activities for children ages 3 to 5 involving paints, glitter, and creativity.
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NOC NOC: Birdwatching Introduction
6-8 p.m. — Naples Outfitters & Kayak Company — Free entry — Enjoy an engaging introduction to binoculars followed by a delightful monthly bird count in a nearby park.
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W.O.N.D.E.R. in the Garden
10 AM - 12 PM — Naples Botanical Garden — Included with admission — Explore, create, and enjoy family-friendly activities at the garden.
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Jourdain Fisher Live Comedy Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Cost info varies — Enjoy laughs and engaging performances from comedian Jourdain Fisher.
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