Sunday, May 18th, 2025
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tropicalia invites readers from Naples and Fort Myers to email their best photos along with their full name, where the picture was taken, and the type of device used—submissions are not guaranteed for publication. News-Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Crews battled a mobile home fire at Palm Lake Mobile Home Community on Tamiami near Arport Pulling Rd just before 3:30 a.m. Saturday — officials said they will update when a cause is determined and if any injuries are reported. NBC2
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ace Hardware will give away one million free American flags on Saturday, May 24 from 11am to 2pm in honor of Memorial Day—while customers can also enjoy summer savings on grills and tools until Monday, May 26. Naples Daily News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Collier County deputies investigated a robbery and stabbing that occurred early Saturday morning on Oak Haven Circle (just before 2:30 a.m.) where a victim was stabbed and taken to the hospital, and no arrests were made. NBC2
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Southwest Florida grew with early electric advances when FPL started in 1925 and LCEC electrified local areas as early as 1940—spurring development in Naples and Fort Myers alongside early rail and road projects. The region also saw power introduced by Henry Flagler in Miami and Thomas Edison in Fort Myers, marking key steps in our history. Naples Daily News
- ➤ Photographer Jonah Hinebaugh captured a dramatic Naples brush fire photo at 6:41 p.m. today on Interstate 75 just south of the Immokalee Road exit — he risked dangerous conditions by driving near the blaze to document lingering smoke and burning remains that highlighted the fire’s impact. News-Press
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GGCC After School Program Week 19
3-6 p.m. — Golden Gate Community Center — N/A — A safe and fun environment for kids ages 5-12 featuring sports, arts, crafts, and homework time.
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100 Layer Lasagna Night
10 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Barbatella — Check with restaurant for pricing — Indulge in Chef Jason Goddard's legendary 100 Layer Lasagna during a special Tuesday dinner service.
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Spring Bourbon Dinner Featuring Buffalo Trace
6-8 p.m. — Old Vines Naples at Mercato — Ticketed event — Experience a four-course meal paired with Buffalo Trace bourbon in a celebration of one of America's finest distilleries.
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Brain Boost: Stroke Prevention and Cognitive Health
8-9:30 a.m. — Terracina Grand — Free entry — Enhance your knowledge on preventing strokes and improving cognitive health with expert insights from a neurology specialist.
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The Funniest Stand-Up in the Country - Women On!!!
8 PM — Opera Naples — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with Alejandra Añez and special guest Maisa Roca.
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The Richmonds Live Music Event
6-9 p.m. — Celebration Park Naples — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly evening with live music, delicious food trucks, and a stunning view of the bay.
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Comedian Carlos Mencia Live
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — $67-$100 — Experience the laughs with comedian Carlos Mencia at this vibrant comedy venue.
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Naples Into the Light Support Group
7-8 p.m. — Emanuel Lutheran Church — Free entry — A supportive group gathering to connect and share every Tuesday evening.
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Late Spring Tasting Experience
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Old Vines Supper Club — Reservations required — Discover unique flavors at the reimagined tasting experience for late spring.
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Summer Reset: Skin & Hair Reimagined
6-9 p.m. — REnew YU, Naples — Free entry — Experience skin and hair rejuvenation with exclusive treatments, live music, and complimentary refreshments.
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