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Thursday, May 8th, 2025
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On April 26, the Noontime Rotary Club of Marco Island held its 15th annual Spirit of Marco Island Awards Dinner at Island Country Club to honor community leaders such as Scot and Pat Kaufman, Stephen and Barbara Slaggie, and councilor Deb Henry—recognized for extensive service—and raise funds for local causes. The Elegant Garden Gala raised over $70,000 through a cash appeal to fund Lorenzo Walker Technical College’s new nursing program that will ease the local nurse shortage. Coastal Breeze News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An alligator attacked goats at Funny Bunches of Goats in Golden Gate Estates last week—killing one goat named Riding Hood and injuring another named Mojito, who was rescued by owner Sarah Pershing—and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officers trapped the reptile. WINK News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, 89-year-old Robert Markel and his dog were fatally attacked near State Road 29 and U.S. 41 while three black bears were killed by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission—DNA samples from the scene have been sent to Gainesville for testing as the investigation continues. WGCU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Community Foundation's School Uniform Campaign is nearing a $250,000 goal to cover two years of uniform costs for elementary and middle school students; a $50 donation outfits one student and $600 supplies a classroom. The drive has raised $231,301.71 as of May 6th to benefit approximately (3,300) low-income students and will end soon. News-Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Travelers without a REAL ID at Southwest Florida International Airport will face extra screenings, the Department of Homeland Security announced. Officials advise passengers to plan ahead and use other accepted IDs — like a passport or Trusted Traveler credential — to verify their identity. WINK News
- ➤ Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will sign a bill today that bans geoengineering and weather modification activities— the law also makes violations felonies and creates an online reporting system for residents. News-Press
- ➤ On May 5th, the Marco Island City Council heard an unsolicited proposal from EarthWerks Land Improvement and Development Corporation to form a Public-Private Partnership for dredging canals to improve water quality — the council voted to authorize an independent technical review by an external engineer with study costs paid by the proposers. The proposal, which includes a dredging cost of $60 million, is posted on the City’s website. Coastal Breeze News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ CSN boys and girls lacrosse teams have reached the Final Four together and will play state semifinal games at Paradise Coast Sports Complex. The boys face Benjamin at 7:30 p.m. today while the girls take on American Heritage at 7:30 p.m. Friday—both contests deciding who moves on to the state championship. Naples Daily News
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ENCP Mom's Night Out
6-8 p.m. — East Naples Community Park — Pizza provided — Celebrate Mother's Day early with crafts for kids and relaxation time for parents.
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Jim Norton: Now You Know Live
6 PM — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sharp wit of Jim Norton in an intimate comedy setting.
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Mother's Day Dinner Celebration
2-9 p.m. — Giuseppe and the Lion — Happy Hour food and drinks — Make Mother’s Day memorable with dinner specials and a festive atmosphere.
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GGCC ASA W/S Week 18
3-6 p.m. — Golden Gate Community Center — Registration required — A fun and safe environment for kids with sports, arts, and homework assistance.
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Naples Historical Society’s Talk of the Town!
2-3 p.m. — Collier Museum at Government Center — Free entry — Discover the captivating history of Naples and the events that shaped the community.
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ELCP Kobudo Training
7:00 PM - 7:30 PM — Donna Fiala Eagle Lakes Community Park — Cost varies (uniform/testing fees) — Enhance your Karate skills with Kobudo to improve dexterity and coordination.
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Naples Ballet - The Sleeping Beauty
7-8:30 p.m. — Artis—Naples — Tickets available — Experience Tchaikovsky's enchanting ballet masterpiece that has captivated audiences for over 130 years.
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Aerosmith and Loverboy Tribute Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — South Street - Founders Square — Legendary food and drinks — Experience high-energy tributes to America's greatest rock bands.
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Survival Skills Family Day
11 AM – 2 PM — Collier Museum at Government Center — Free entry — Learn essential survival skills while having fun in the great outdoors.
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Grand Opening of Local Financial Branch
7-8 p.m. — 5003 Tamiami Trl E, Naples, FL — Free entry — Celebrate with music, games, and financial education at this community-focused event.
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