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Saturday, June 21st, 2025
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Women’s Foundation of the Collier Community Foundation awarded a $30,000 grant to Collier Senior Center-Golden Gate to help older women get up to $1,000 in one-time emergency funds — the money will cover housing, prescriptions, and basic needs for those in financial hardship. News-Press
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ FGCU grad Thor Parrish and his wife Jenny have expanded their hybrid gym Thunder Performance into Naples, blending CrossFit and golf training for local players. The new facility uses advanced tech like Trackman Launch Monitor and free weights to offer custom coaching — it will host classes and student events for golfers at all levels. NBC2
- ➤ New restaurants have opened in East Naples as the former Seventh South Craft Food + Drink closed at the end of April ahead of redevelopment by the Naples Community Church. The church, which has owned the property since 2012, began demolition on June 11—starting work on a new fellowship hall. The Naples Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Lottery warned residents today not to trust phone calls claiming false wins, saying scammers ask for money or personal details (winnings can only be claimed in person or by mail with a valid ticket). Naples Daily News
- ➤ The Florida Lottery warns that scammers call to claim winners and ask for money or personal details — the agency says it never calls to offer prizes and advises players to hang up immediately and report suspicious calls. News-Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Collier County lifted its burn ban on June 10 following rainfall and improved drought conditions, while Naples bans fireworks on beaches, parks, the Naples Pier and beach access points west of Gulf Shore Boulevard. Florida law permits fireworks only on July 4, Dec 31 and Jan 1 — officials recommend watching professional shows and using safety measures if fireworks are lit. News-Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Crews began demolishing the oldest building on the David Lawrence Centers’ Golden Gate campus to build a new 15,000 square foot mental health hub that will offer walk-in mental and physical care, an on-site pharmacy, and special programs for veterans and those battling addiction—state funding and a $4 million donation support the project, which will also train future health workers and is set for construction now with an expected opening in June or July next year. Fox 4
- ➤ A person in Collier County was diagnosed with malaria after returning from Africa, the Florida Department of Health in Collier County said on Wednesday—marking the first travel-related case in the county since 2017 and the 18th in Florida this year. Mosquito Control is testing local mosquitoes that can carry the parasite, and officials stress that the disease does not spread from person to person but can cause serious illness. ABC7
- ➤ After 19 meetings since (2017), Collier County commissioners approved a partnership with nonprofit David Lawrence Centers to build and operate the $56 million Collier County Behavioral Health Center, which is projected to open in (fiscal year 2027). The Naples Press
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Data from Realtor.com shows the median home sale price in Collier County dropped to $650,000 in March from $675,000 in February—a decrease of 3.7%. Single-family homes and condos also saw lower prices compared to last year, with total sales reaching $1.3 billion in the county. News-Press
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Real Estate Open House
6-8 PM — 2307 Queens Way, Naples, FL — Free entry — Explore this charming ranch-style home featuring a screened lanai and community amenities like tennis courts and a bike path.
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Modern Manners Summer Workshop for Kids & Teens
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Forever Fiore Tea Lounge — $500 — Empower your teen with confidence and essential etiquette skills in a fun, interactive summer workshop.
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Cooking Class: Summer Shrimp Toast
7-8:30 p.m. — Brookside Market — Not specified — Learn to create shrimp ceviche on local sourdough in a fun and hands-on environment.
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Comedian Sara Huntington Live in Naples
7-11 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with the self-deprecating and edgy humor of viral sensation Sara Huntington.
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FrogWatch 2025 Kickoff Event
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Free entry — Discover local frog species and participate in exciting community science activities.
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Luxury Home Open House
12-3 p.m. — 2102 Antigua Lane — Free entry — Explore a sophisticated 5-bedroom luxury home in the LaMorada community with resort-style amenities.
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GGCP Junior Lifeguard Camp
10 AM - 4 PM — Golden Gate Community Park — Fees applicable — Learn essential water safety skills through the American Red Cross Guard Start program for ages 10-15.
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GGCC Camp Collier Week 05
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Golden Gate Community Center — $85 weekly payment required — Kids enjoy games, crafts, sports, and community guest activities each themed week.
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Comedian Fred Rubino Live in Naples
7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Fred Rubino and his hilarious takes on life.
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Mario Ramil Live Comedy Show
8-11 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — $200 minimum for VIP suite — Experience an unforgettable night of comedy and music with Mario Ramil and friends.
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