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Sunday, October 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Golfers are set to tee off at 8:30 a.m. at Hammock Bay Country Club in Collier County for the second annual ASL—Fore All charity golf event organized by ASL Friends to raise funds for sign language learning tools for deaf and hard-of-hearing children. Organizers say each swing will help fund programs that teach ASL to children and families. WINK News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Naples-based startup Prisidio has partnered with AARP to offer members a digital vault service that secures documents like wills, titles and insurance policies. The service, launched in March and promoted since July, is designed to boost disaster preparation, caregiving and legacy protection while Prisidio expects to add thousands of users this year. Naples Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cypress Lake’s Jardas Raider Invitational honored fallen Marine Cpl. Tommy Jardas nearly 10 years after his death in a helicopter crash—35 teams from 21 schools competed in the military-style athletic event to learn about teamwork and sacrifice. His mother, Beth Haely, said the event kept his legacy alive for cadets. WINK News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Southwest Florida is creating butterfly gardens — permanent 'butterfly gas stations' in new residential developments — to protect monarch butterflies whose numbers have dropped by 90% due to habitat loss. Residents can help boost the nearly 3,000-mile migration by planting native milkweed in their yards. Fox 4
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fans in Naples are invited to vote for the Week 7 Gulf Coast Gridiron Player of the Week award, which features four candidates — Sam Sparacio from Naples with 190 yards and 2 TDs, Arrie Davis from LaBelle with 2 pick-sixes, Craighan Mitchell from Southwest Florida Christian Academy with 187 yards and 2 TDs, and Jayvian Tanelus from Community School of Naples with 263 yards and 5 TDs. ABC7
TRAVEL NEWS
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Damon Darling's Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket info varies — Experience rising comedy star Damon Darling live with hilarious performances and engaging content.
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Two Step and Toast Line Dancing Event
4-6 p.m. — Beach House — Free entry — Learn to line dance in a fun, Western themed environment.
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Charlie Berens Live Comedy Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — VIP and General Admission available — Enjoy an evening with comedian Charlie Berens known for his humorous takes on Wisconsin culture.
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Charlie Berens Live Comedy
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Tickets from $61 — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Charlie Berens as NFL season kicks off.
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Vince August Live Stand-Up Comedy
6-9 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with the talented Vince August at a renowned comedy venue.
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Andy Huggins Live Standup
7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a night of laughter with veteran standup comic Andy Huggins.
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Stand-Up Comedy with Andy Huggins
7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — 2 item minimum — Experience hilarious stand-up from a seasoned performer at Naples' favorite comedy venue.
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W.O.N.D.E.R Program at Naples Botanical Garden
10 a.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Included with admission — Engage in fun educational activities for families that promote walking, exploring, and reading.
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