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Friday, September 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local restaurants are joining Sizzle Dining to support Blessings in a Backpack, a program that gives school children nutritious weekend food packs. Executive director Jenn Robinson said the campaign will serve 8,000 students through September 30—every meal purchased helps add a dollar toward fighting food insecurity. NBC2
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Released cockpit transcripts from the National Transportation Safety Board show that moments after the pilots lost both engines and were cleared to land at 3:09 p.m., they attempted an emergency landing near Naples—though the plane struck a wall and exploded—and survivors recalled urgent warnings as they braced for impact. WINK News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new pizza restaurant called Slice Shop opened on Fifth Ave. S. in Naples and offers over 25 specialty slices, salads, sandwiches, pasta and small plates—owners Rob and Nicole Guercio bring New York pizza know-how to their new venture. The eatery is located across from Cambier Park and has quickly drawn local attention. Naples Daily News
DRINK NEWS
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FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Floridians who play Powerball learn that winners cannot remain anonymous because state law requires lottery winners’ names and details to be released—though prizes of $250,000 or more get a 90-day privacy period and can use a trust or LLC to keep their identities hidden. The next drawing is set for Saturday, Sept. 6 at 10:59 p.m. News-Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Residents are encouraged to prepare for a hurricane by putting together an emergency kit that includes essentials like water, food, flashlights, and first aid supplies—items needed to protect families during storms. The guide also advises checking supplies regularly and replacing expired items as the hurricane season continues. Naples Daily News
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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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Train Tracks to Adventure Family Day
11 AM – 2 PM — Collier Museum at Government Center — Free entry — Experience the wonders of trains through interactive activities and fun for all ages.
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Greg Hahn Live Performance
6-7:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — 2-item minimum purchase — Experience the energetic comedy of Greg Hahn with his signature one-liners and crowd work.
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Gary Menke Live
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — 2 item minimum purchase — Enjoy a night of laughter with renowned comedian Gary Menke, a staple of the Naples comedy scene.
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Stand-Up Comedy with Daniela Mora
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the playful humor of rising star Daniela Mora, featuring her vibrant Hispanic background.
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Bachata Group Class with Brian Oakes
7:15-8:15 p.m. — Brian Oakes Ballroom & Latin Lessons Naples FL — $20 — Experience the rhythms of Bachata in a fun and educational group setting.
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