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Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, July 7th, a Fort Lauderdale-bound Delta flight from Atlanta landed safely at Southwest Florida International Airport in Fort Myers after a passenger's personal battery burst into flames midair (carrying 185 passengers and six crew), and no injuries were reported. ABC7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A tragic Fourth+July shooting in the Avalon Park community of Ave Maria left Isel Hernandez dead after her mother heard a gunshot while preparing for a party, with neighbors placing flowers by the home and the sheriff's office reporting no arrests as the investigation continues. WINK News
- ➤ A Naples man named Angel Arreguin, 23, was arrested on July 6 after entering Manantial de Vida Church with a loaded 9mm handgun, 60 rounds, and making remarks about mass shootings while doing pushups during service—he faces felony and misdemeanor charges and is under the Baker Act for mental health evaluation. News-Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Naples developer asked county leaders to vote today on a revised plan for 129 homes off Immokalee Road that now limits affordable housing to 30% instead of 100%. The proposal removes rental options and a daycare center and reflects rising construction costs and neighborhood concerns — county staff recommends approval. Fox 4
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Gulf Coast Medical Trauma Center announced it will start using whole blood transfusions in trauma care, making it the first center in Southwest Florida to adopt the new treatment. The method combines red cells, platelets + plasma from one donor to help streamline patient care for nearly 5,000 people each year. WGCU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ IMG Academy will change its football team names to National, Junior National and State for the fall season — a change meant to help fans and families know which competition level each team will face. The academy said the National team, led by coach Greg Studrawa, is expected to be among the top squads and will play key in-state games — a move to attract top student-athletes. News-Press
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Omaya Studio Full Moon Ceremony
7-9 p.m. — Omaya Studio — Cost varies — Experience an evening of yoga, sound healing, meditation, and herbal tea tasting for inner calm.
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Zoltan Kaszas Live Comedy in Naples
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of hilarious observational humor from acclaimed comedian Zoltan Kaszas.
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Freestyle Old School Dance Party and Michael Jackson Tribute
7-11:59 p.m. — Dimension Event Center — $30 and up — Dance to classic Freestyle hits and enjoy a live tribute to the King of Pop, Michael Jackson.
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Steve Trevino Live Comedy Show
8-9:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the humor of America’s Favorite Husband, Steve Trevino, in a night filled with laughter.
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GGCC Camp Collier MS Week 07
7:15 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. — Golden Gate Community Center — $15 per week — Enroll for a week of summer fun and activities for ages 5-14 at this family-friendly camp.
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Omaya Studio: Spiritual Q&A
7-9 p.m. — Omaya Studio — Free entry — Engage in a live conversation exploring ego, energy, and inner awakening in a supportive environment.
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Free Mosquitofish Distribution
6-8 p.m. — Sugden Regional Park — Free event — Get free mosquitofish to help control mosquito larvae in standing water around your home.
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Opening Reception of Local Dining Experience
5:30-7 p.m. — Collier Museum at Government Center — Not specified — Celebrate Naples' culinary heritage from beloved dive bars to haute cuisine.
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Rafi Bastos Stand-Up Comedy
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — VIP and General Admission options — Experience hilarious and thought-provoking comedy from renowned Brazilian comic Rafi Bastos.
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Early Summer Tasting Experience
5-8:30 p.m. — Old Vines Supper Club — Menu & Reservations Available — Experience a signature tasting menu curated for the season at a highly-rated venue.
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