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Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents can help fight hunger by leaving nonperishable food items by their mailbox for mail carriers to pick up on Saturday, May 9 + the annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive will benefit Meals of Hope in Collier County. Naples Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florida school calendars vary this year: Collier County schools will end on May 29 while other counties finish as early as May 21 or as late as June 4 (most dismiss after Memorial Day). Naples Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Hurricane Center and National Weather Service mark May 3-9 as Hurricane Preparedness Week (a daily guide on hurricane safety) to help residents understand forecast terms, alerts and potential hazards. Local residents are urged to verify official sources and sign up for weather notifications ahead of hurricane season. Naples Daily News
- ➤ Forecasters from Colorado State University project that Florida faces a 74% chance of a named storm this season while the Atlantic is clear today; AccuWeather highlights heightened risk for areas from Tampa north as the official season begins June 1. Residents in Naples should stay alert as weather watches continue. Naples Daily News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Duke Energy Florida will issue a temporary $90.5 million refund to its customers this summer after the Public Service Commission approved a reduction in the fuel charge from June through September — the adjustment follows an overcharge for hurricane restoration costs affecting about 2 million accounts. Naples Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new study shows that the Naples-born Fair Food Program — a local effort enforcing safe work conditions and fair wages — is linked to a 10% drop in low-birth-weight babies among Latin American farmworker mothers. Researchers say improved labor standards help local families access better nutrition and care. News-Press
- ➤ On April 23, community supporters gathered at Food & Thought for the debut screening of 'Rooted in Love: A Story of Addison’s Disease, Family and Resilience,' a documentary by local health coach Michelle Joy Kramer that honored the legacy of the Oakes family. Florida Weekly
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Several restaurants in Naples + Bonita Springs are offering special Mother's Day menus and events for May 10, featuring brunch buffets, prix fixe meals, and complimentary treats for moms. Diners can enjoy seasonal dishes, crafted cocktails, and live music at various local eateries. Naples Daily News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Quail Creek Golf Club in North Naples installed 70 foot fence poles without permits as part of a barrier fence for its driving range, raising neighbor complaints about property values; county officials are set to review the club’s request to amend the land code today (May 6). News-Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The CSN boys and girls lacrosse teams advanced to state semifinals and will face national No. 1 teams at Paradise Coast Sports Complex (in Naples) as the boys play Saint Andrew’s on May 7 and the girls meet American Heritage Delray on May 8, both starting at 2:30 p.m. Naples Daily News
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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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W.O.N.D.E.R Program at Naples Botanical Garden
10 a.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Included with admission — Engage in fun, educational activities for families exploring nature indoors.
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W.O.N.D.E.R. in the Garden
10 AM – 12 PM — Naples Botanical Garden — Included with admission — A family-friendly program to imagine, create, and explore together in a beautiful setting.
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Comedy Night with Erica Rhodes
6-9 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Erica Rhodes, a standout comic from America's Got Talent.
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Chelo Chelo Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Cost varies — Experience high-energy comedy from rising star Chelo Chelo blending cultural humor and storytelling.
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Comedian Andy Haynes Live in Naples
7 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Andy Haynes.
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Breathwork Reset Workshop
6:30-8 p.m. — Omaya Studio — $ — Experience a 90-min breathwork journey to release stress and reconnect with your inner balance.
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