Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
Good morning, Naples.
Sizzle Dining is in its second week and will run for three more weeks with 127 restaurants participating, including 75 in Collier County.
A portion of every meal sold goes to Blessings in a Backpack to help local children — John Mellecky from the local Convention & Visitors Bureau said the event boosts the local economy during the slow season.
When a hurricane nears, meteorologists say a single forecast model is only one chance of where the storm might go—ensemble forecasts show many possible paths instead of one clear line.
This means residents should watch for a range of outcomes and avoid panicking over one model alone.
A Port Royal home at 3565 Fort Charles Drive in Naples sold for $22M in August, making it the priciest sale in Collier County with a list price of $29.5M—nine other top sales in Naples and Marco Island ranged from $5.5M to $12.75M based on Royal Shell Real Estate data.
New data from Zumper shows apartment rents in Naples dropped 7% from last year's median—listings fell from $3,426 to $3,200 in July.
One- and two-bedroom units also lost ground but still remain above state and national averages.
Ten high school boys are in the running for SW Florida Boys Athlete of the Week for Sept.
1-6 with last week's winner, Naples football player Andres DiGrigoli, earning 36% of the vote. Voters can choose from nominees with standout plays—like Nicholas Korf’s 192 rushing yards and Jayden Petit's four touchdowns—to win a BSN Sports T-shirt and a USA Today tote bag as voting ends at 10 a.m. Thursday.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jazz Night
7-10 p.m. — Opera Naples — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a vibrant evening of live jazz in a cozy venue.
Paddle Battle for Kids’ Health
7:30 AM – 1:00 PM — USOP National Pickleball Center — Join the fun for a good cause — Compete in pickleball to support pediatric health initiatives in the community.
Live Comedy Night with Comedians Davey Jackson, Justin Governale & Della Temple
6:30-8 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with top comedians in Naples.
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