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Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Airport Donuts in Naples now makes healthy donuts with organic flour and grassfed non-GMO beef tallow; the shop, which switched its recipe in May after opening in late December 2024, also offers crafted coffee from Covet Coffee Co. + it serves both classic and specialty flavors for locals seeking a cleaner treat. Naples Daily News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Florida residents can shop for school supplies tax free until Sunday, Aug. 31 — online orders are also covered as the Florida Department of Revenue provides a list of eligible items. Naples Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Trucks have been hauling generators, boom lifts, foldable chairs, and other supplies from Alligator Alcatraz after a federal judge ordered the state to dismantle the detention facility within 60 days—officials expect nearly no detainees to remain in a few days. Families say they are relieved as they recall harsh conditions that once endangered the health of those held at the site. NBC2
- ➤ The Florida Department of Transportation reminds drivers to follow safe driving habits and obey speed limits for the busy Labor Day weekend. The agency’s Target Zero initiative aims to reduce crashes—calling on all road users to avoid distractions and drive defensively. WINK News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Starting Monday, Sept. 1, anglers along Florida's Gulf Coast can fish under the fall red snapper season using private recreational and state-permitted charter vessels with a daily bag limit of 2 fish that must be at least 16 inches long. The season will run daily for the first two weeks and then shift to three-day weekends with select holiday dates—marking a record 126-day season announced by Gov. DeSantis. Naples Daily News
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Kevin Farley Live Stand-Up Comedy
6-7:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Kevin Farley, known for his upbeat entertainment and iconic roles in comedy.
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Labor Day 5K Fun Run and Walk
7:30-10:00 a.m. — Baker Park — Registration until Aug 31 — Start your day off right with a fun-filled 5K run and walk for the community.
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Jonnie W. Live Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the off-beat humor of Jonnie W. in a night full of laughter.
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Tammy Pescatelli Live Stand-Up
7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — 2 item minimum purchase required — Experience the brassy humor of Cleveland's own comedy star Tammy Pescatelli.
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Shabbaton 2025
9 p.m. - 11 p.m. — Naples Grande Beach Resort — Cost TBA — Experience a luxurious Shabbat getaway with gourmet kosher meals and opportunities for connection.
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Breath. Chill. Coffee — The Morning Ritual
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Torch Hot Yoga Studio — Registration required — Experience a soul-awakening ritual with yoga, breathwork, and coffee to reset your weekend.
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Open House: 3020 Woodside Avenue, Naples, FL
1-4 p.m. — Woodside Health & Rehabilitation Center — $495,000 — Explore a stunningly remodeled 2-bedroom home just minutes from the beach and nearby attractions.
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Yaqiao Yang: Rising Star Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy sharp and witty stand-up from Tampa's newest comedy sensation.
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Tom Shillue's Spontaneous Combustion Show
6:45 PM – 9:30 PM — Off The Hook Comedy Club — VIP options available — Enjoy a night of laughter with award-winning comedian Tom Shillue's new show featuring hilarious stories from his youth.
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Serenity By The Sea
Friday to Sunday — Naples Grande Beach Resort — $60 registration fee plus optional banquet — A weekend of food, fun, and fellowship awaits with engaging workshops and lively discussions.
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