Naples
Today
Saturday, May 24th, 2025
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Memorial Day weekend offers a range of family events across SWFL. FC Naples will host Service Appreciation Night at Paradise Coast Sport Complex on May 25th at 7:30 p.m.—the Lee County Civic Center stages a Balloon Glow and Laser Show from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. today and Friday, Cape Coral holds an All-American Country BBQ on May 25th from noon to 8 p.m., and Punta Gorda will feature an Indoor Arts and Crafts Show on May 24th and 25th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fox 4
- ➤ FC Naples will host its first Service Appreciation Night on Sunday at 7 p.m. at Paradise Coast Sports Complex—honoring local veterans like Army veteran Justin Baxter—as the team faces reigning champions Union Omaha in a game made special by Memorial Day preparations. Fox 4
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Antonio Longobardo, a FGCU alum and award-winning restaurateur, runs three pizza restaurants including Luigi’s Pizza é Pasta in Miromar Outlets, Pezzo Pizza + Bar in Estero, and LowBrow Pizza & Beer in Naples. He is planning a new LowBrow location in Bonita Springs — building on his restaurants’ top ratings from local reviews. News-Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Human bones were found by irrigation workers on the 6000 block of Daniels Road before 10 a.m. Thursday—investigators moved the remains to the Medical Examiner’s Office to test DNA and compare them with local missing persons cases. Fox 4
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Hurricane Center is tracking two tropical waves in the Atlantic — one that left Africa earlier this week and a second that moved off on May 23 — and forecasters do not expect any cyclone activity over the next seven days. NOAA and other experts predict an above-average hurricane season with 13—19 named storms, and residents are advised to prepare since hurricane season begins on June 1. News-Press
- ➤ Scientists tracked algae mats in Sanibel since May 16, and Dr. Rick Bartleson from the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation said extra nutrients from septic systems are hurting sea grass and fish. He warned that lower oxygen in the water may cut local tourism and jobs—fixing the problem will require costly updates that need state help. Fox 4
- ➤ A wildfire in Picayune Strand State Forest burned 250 acres and is 90% contained after three days of efforts as crews and multiple agencies continue to battle active hot spots—thick smoke still affects East Naples while a burn ban remains in effect in Lee and Collier counties due to drought. NBC2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city of Naples filed an appeal on May 22 to pause a May 12 ruling that allowed an outdoor drag show at Cambier Park during Naples Pride Fest on June 7—arguing the event could expose children to the performance and risk public safety—while Naples Pride said its free speech rights protect the show and it will continue unless stopped by the court. News-Press
- ➤ Communities across Southwest Florida will observe Memorial Day on Monday, May 26 as government offices, post offices, and libraries close and transit services suspend until Tuesday, May 27 — most retail stores and parks remain open with shortened hours. WINK News
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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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5k Fitness Party 5.0
8:00 – 11:30 AM — Ankrolab Brewing Company — Registration fees apply — Experience a fun blend of running, Pilates, and yoga at this vibrant community fitness event.
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Vic DiBitetto Live Stand-Up Comedy
6-10 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Vic DiBitetto, a veteran of stand-up comedy.
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VYCP Tennis Camp
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — Vineyards Community Park — Cost included — Learn tennis skills with certified pros in a fun and motivational camp.
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Stomp Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Artis—Naples — Ticket prices vary — Experience mesmerizing rhythms created from everyday objects in this thrilling show.
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Dustin Sims Live Performance
7 PM — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Two item minimum purchase — Experience the hilarious storytelling of comedian Dustin Sims from Alabama.
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Medal Madness Race Series
8 AM - 12 PM — Donna Fiala Eagle Lakes Community Park — Registration required — Compete in various distance races from 1M to Half Marathon and earn your medal.
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