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Friday, December 12th, 2025
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Crews began clearing Hurricane Ian debris this week in Palm River Village in North Naples, removing old furniture, twisted metal and a boat left behind for years. Demolition permits remain in place until March as neighbors look forward to a refreshed community view. WINK News
- ➤ Families can enjoy festive holiday light displays across Southwest Florida as Bonita Springs’ Riverside Park hosts its popular Holiday Stroll (drawing hundreds nightly), Edison and Ford Winter Estates celebrates 50 Holiday Nights with a golden theme, and Marco Island neighbors light up streets with tens of thousands of lights. Naples Daily News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ San Carlos Park Fire Protection responded today to a structure fire on Lemon Road that began in a one-story home when an electrical extension for Christmas lights burned, and no one was injured; officials advise residents to inspect cords and follow safe practices for seasonal decorations. ABC7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida will host its annual Business Hall of Fame celebration on Tuesday, March 24 at Naples Grande Beach Resort. The event will honor local business leaders who support youth education + fund programs in financial literacy, entrepreneurship and workforce readiness. Florida Weekly
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Parts of Southwest Florida, including coastal Charlotte County & western DeSoto County, are facing severe drought as of today; Fort Myers records its sixth driest year with a 17.95-inch rainfall deficit while Naples has an 11.25-inch shortfall with weak La Nina expected to extend drier conditions through February. NBC2
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local philanthropists at The Forest Country Club have supported Golisano Children’s Hospital for 33 years by funding programs like the Red Sox Celebrity Classic and Project Pink (a breast cancer support initiative). Their ongoing efforts help sustain Lee Health programs in pediatric and cancer care. Naples Daily News
- ➤ Carolyn Paget, a nurse with 23 years at NCH Baker Hospital, logged 8,000 steps in her 12-hour shift and was surprised with a birthday party on Dec. 10—she will turn 80 on Dec. 15. Naples Daily News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Collier County approved a new affordable housing development that will build 524 homes for low-wage families near Greenway and Fritchey Road. Construction is expected to begin by 2030 — easing rising rent challenges for locals. ABC7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Six-time LPGA winner Jessica Korda returns to golf competition this week at the Grant Thornton Invitational at Tiburon Golf Club with partner Bud Cauley after a two-and-a-half-year break for a back injury and new motherhood — she said she will not resume full-time LPGA play until mid-March. Naples Daily News
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas
2 PM — Gulfshore Playhouse — Cost information not provided — Experience the magic of the classic film on stage this holiday season.
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FSC December Cars & Coffee
9-11 a.m. — Germain BMW South — Free entry — Explore incredible BMWs while enjoying coffee and breakfast treats with fellow car enthusiasts.
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Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden
11:59 p.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Ticket purchase required — Stroll through a winter wonderland illuminated by thousands of lights while enjoying live music and festive treats.
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Gary Owen Live Comedy Show
9:00-10:30 PM — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with one of America's favorite comedians.
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Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden
11:59 p.m. – 1:29 a.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Cost varies — Celebrate winter in the tropics with a dazzling display of lights and festive treats.
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Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden
11:59 PM - 1:29 AM — Naples Botanical Garden — Festive treats available — Celebrate winter in the tropics with thousands of lights and live music.
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Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden
11:59 p.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Tickets required — Celebrate winter in the tropics with dazzling lights, live music, and festive treats.
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Third Street South Farmers Market
7:30-11:30 a.m. — 1220 3rd St S, Naples, FL — Free entry — Discover a lively market brimming with fresh produce, local goods, and family fun.
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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 children aged Pre-Kindergarten to 5th grade.
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Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden
11:59 PM – 1:29 AM — Naples Botanical Garden — Cost for treats and drinks — Stroll through a tropical wonderland of lights and enjoy live music and festive treats.
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