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Wednesday, May 13th, 2026
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Naples Performing Arts Center will present Next to Normal on May 15 and 16 at 7 p.m. at the Norris Center (downtown) as a fundraiser for arts education during Mental Health Awareness Month; Broadway artists Julie James and Michael Lee Brown will perform to support student scholarships. NBC2
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Grace Place for Children and Families received a $200,000 grant on May 12 to expand internships for high school seniors and adult learners in Naples — the funding supports second-year placements with community partners. Naples Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents should prepare as the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season starts June 1 with daily tropical outlooks beginning May 15—after Hurricane Preparedness Week from May 3-9, officials urge review of evacuation zones and readiness of hurricane kits, noting three Category 5 storms have struck Florida since 1900. News-Press
- ➤ The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is inviting ideas until Friday, May 15 to repair coastal habitats harmed by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill from 2010, including plans to improve water quality, rebuild wetlands, and protect nesting areas for sea turtles and shorebirds near Southwest Florida's beaches. WGCU
- ➤ The 2026 hurricane season starts June 1 and the National Hurricane Center will begin daily tropical outlooks on May 15 (at 8 a.m., 2 p.m., 8 p.m., and 2 a.m.) to help residents get ready for storms. Check your evacuation zone and supply kit before a storm hits. Naples Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida will expand recreational red snapper fishing with a record 39-day Atlantic season and a 140-day Gulf season starting Memorial Day weekend, as Gov. DeSantis announced — conservation groups worry the longer seasons may lead to overfishing. Naples Daily News
- ➤ Naples Airport is upgrading its airfield with a new $25.4M project that installs 1,080 elevated LED lights and reconstructs its electrical vault to guard against storm surge. Approved in October 2025, the project will take 20 months to complete — boosting resilience after previous floods. WGCU
- ➤ Bonita Springs voters will decide on Aug. 18 whether to borrow up to $35 million for their 5.8-mile segment of the Bonita Estero Rail Trail connecting the city with Estero and Naples + if approved, the city will cover $28.6 million in land costs to kick off phase 1. News-Press
- ➤ Florida Gov DeSantis signed SB 1074, letting retailers round cash totals to the nearest nickel — a change prompted by the discontinued penny. The law, effective May 11, applies only to cash payments. Naples Daily News
- ➤ Florida will expand red snapper fishing seasons along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts beginning May 22 with a 39-day Atlantic season and record 140-day Gulf season. Governor DeSantis and FWC say the changes will boost local fishing while conservation groups worry about overfishing. News-Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ St. John Neumann baseball will face Orangewood Christian in a Class 1A state semifinal at 1 p.m. on May 14 at Hammond Stadium (Fort Myers). The winner will play for the title on Saturday. Naples Daily News
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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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Comedian David Lucas Live Performance
May 22-23 — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a night of laughter with stand-up from a rising comedy star.
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Cocktail Making Class
5-8 p.m. — Celebration Park Naples — Equipment provided — Mix three delightful cocktails with tropical flavors as the sun sets.
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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 explore and engage in creative activities together in a vibrant garden setting.
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