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Tuesday, November 25th, 2025
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents at Jamaica Bay Village, a 55-plus mobile home community, are worried that rising lot rent and a $4,000 annual flood insurance fee will force some out as rates increase for 2026. Neighbors on fixed incomes say there are few relief options since Florida law does not limit rent hikes—leaving many anxious about their financial futures. WINK News
- ➤ On Friday, Nov. 21 — a day of celebration for National Adoption Month — an adoption event at the Collier County courthouse welcomed 12 children into new families, including single teacher Madisyn Andrea who adopted her daughter after volunteering in the NICU. Officials said that fewer than 100 families are available to foster children in need — underscoring a serious challenge in the county’s child welfare support. WGCU
- ➤ Charity for Change held its sold-out Planting Seeds of Humanity gala at Naples Grande Beach Resort on Nov. 1st and raised $400,000 for its program that provides character education and mental wellness to elementary school children—teaching them resilience and strong study habits. Florida Weekly
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Many stores such as Publix, Walmart, and Target will be closed on Thanksgiving while Bravo Supermarkets, The Fresh Market, Sprouts, CVS, and Whole Foods will operate with modified hours — shoppers should check local times for details. Warehouse clubs and other chains including Costco, Sam’s Club, BJ’s, ALDI, Trader Joe’s, and Winn-Dixie will remain closed — so plan your shopping carefully. Naples Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Baker Senior Center Naples announced Riley Costanzo, MSW as the new Director of Brookdale Cognitive Health Services on November 24—she will now lead dementia-focused programs, supervise staff and volunteers, and organize educational seminars for older adults. Life In Naples
- ➤ UF/IFAS expert Keith Schneider warned that Thanksgiving leftovers must be cooled and stored within two hours to prevent food poisoning—he advised using shallow containers and keeping hot foods hot and cold foods cold—so families can safely enjoy their holiday meal. WGCU
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Turkey Confidential, The Splendid Table’s annual Thanksgiving show, will air from 2-4 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day where Francis Lam will share meal tips with guests—Samin Nosrat, Evan Kleiman, Vivian Howard, and Yossy Arefi—to help cooks and dinner guests. Milk Street Radio will also offer advice on turkey carving and pie recipes. WGCU
- ➤ Naples restaurants are open on Thanksgiving, offering traditional turkey meals and international dishes while many require reservations (availability is limited for larger parties) for diners to secure a table. Naples Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Naples Daily News and The News-Press have nominated 10 top defensive performances from the 2025 Southwest Florida high school football season — local voters will choose the best play by Saturday at 10 a.m. Fans will weigh standout statistics like interceptions, sacks and tackles to decide which effort impressed most. Naples Daily News
- ➤ Jeeno Thitikul leads the CME Group Tour Championship by six shots and often dines at Sushi-Thai Too, the Naples restaurant across the street from the Ritz-Carlton favored by top Asian LPGA players. She celebrated a past win with the restaurant's spicy papaya salad and will order it again if she wins — a tradition that ties her success to her favorite spot. Naples Daily News
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas
7:30-10:00 p.m. — Gulfshore Playhouse — Enjoy a musical journey filled with iconic holiday tunes and a heartwarming story.
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Miss Jen's Family Storytime Yoga
10:00-10:30 a.m. — Collier County Library - Headquarters Branch — Free entry — Engage in stories and movement with simple yoga activities for little ones.
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Kevin Herrera Live
6-7:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience Kevin's unfiltered comedy inspired by life's challenges and humor found in everyday moments.
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Kevin Herrera Live Comedy Show
6-7:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Minimum 2 item purchase — Enjoy Kevin Herrera's raw and relatable comedy inspired by life experiences.
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Kelly & Mason Night Lights Concert
6-9 p.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Tickets required — Experience a magical evening with live music under the stars.
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Crystal Marie Live Performance
7:00-8:30 PM — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedian Crystal Marie as she showcases her talent.
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James Murray Live Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience an interactive stand-up comedy show with James Murray from Impractical Jokers.
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Friday Playdate at Estates Library
10 AM – 12 PM — Estates Library — Free entry — Enjoy open playtime with your little ones while connecting with other parents over coffee and pastries.
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Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden
11:59 PM – 1:29 AM — Naples Botanical Garden — Admission fee applies — Experience a tropical winter wonderland illuminated by enchanting lights.
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Craig Shoemaker Live Comedy Show
6-7:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a night of laughter with the renowned comedian Craig Shoemaker.
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