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Daily editionFriday, October 23rd, 2026

Good morning, Naples.

The Naples Today Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of October.

Community

  1. Sizzle Dining exceeded its goal in September by selling over 105,000 meals and raising a record $105,655 for Blessings in a Backpack Southwest Florida, contributing to weekend meals for local children.

    Coastal Breeze NewsRead more

  2. A new study finds that local women face barriers to affordable housing, health care, and childcare with girls reporting bullying and social media pressures.

    The Women’s Foundation of Collier County released the research on Thursday, Oct. 22 to guide future support measures.

    News-PressRead more

Economy

  1. SW Florida Grocery Shopping has launched a poll asking if rising grocery prices have changed Halloween candy buying habits.

    The query follows a 30% cost increase since the pandemic and invites locals to share their tips via email.

    News-PressRead more

Health

  1. Florida's dengue outbreak now stands at 425 locally acquired cases, with 57 new cases reported last week and 346 confirmed in Hillsborough County.

    Residents are advised to take precautions against mosquito bites—using repellents and removing standing water.

    News-PressRead more

  2. Florida Department of Health data shows that Vibrio vulnificus infections have risen in coastal counties, with 31 cases and five deaths recorded by Oct. 10.

    Health officials advise residents to avoid exposing open wounds to brackish water and to cook seafood thoroughly to reduce infection risks.

    Naples Daily NewsRead more

Sports

  1. FC Naples kept its playoff hopes alive with a dramatic 3-2 win over Sarasota Paradise on Wednesday night.

    Hal Uderitz scored in stoppage time, and the team will host Spokane Velocity FC at Paradise Coast Sports Complex at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24.

    NBC2Read more

  2. Naples couple Ralph and Shelly Stayer, lifelong Brewers fans and active local board members (Children’s Museum, Artis-Naples Philharmonic), became minority owners of the Milwaukee Brewers in 2023 and now support community causes (including a trafficking shelter) as the team starts its World Series bid today against the Tampa Bay Rays.

    News-PressRead more