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Naples Beach Lightning Strike Injures 4

## Lightning Strikes Close to Home: A Naples Perspective on Beach Safety Hey there, Naples neighbors! We live in paradise, right? Sun-kissed beaches, turquoise waters, the gentle sway of palm trees… But even paradise has its dangers, and last week’s lightning strike near Clearwater Beach is a stark reminder that we need to take our safety seriously, especially when we’re enjoying our beautiful coastline. Four women were knocked unconscious – a terrifying thought that hits close to home for all of us who frequent the beaches here in Naples. While the incident happened a bit...

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Teen Violence Erupts at Naples Mall and Park: Two Minors Arrested

## Naples Teens, Mall Brawls, and the Shadow of Gun Violence: A Deeper Dive Hey Naples neighbors, let’s talk about something unsettling that hit close to home this week: the arrest of two minors involved in a brutal attack on a 15-year-old girl, not just at Coastland Center mall, but also at a local park. Seeing that headline pop up in my Google feed made my stomach drop. This isn’t just another news story; it’s about our community, our kids, and the increasingly complex issues we face right here in paradise. The Naples Daily News reported that two minors – and let’s be real, “minors”...

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Remembering Jon D. Camp: A Naples Resident’s Life Celebrated

## Remembering Jon D. Camp: A Naples Life Well-Lived Naples, Florida. A place where sunshine kisses the coast, dolphins frolic in the Gulf, and life moves at its own, relaxed pace. It’s a community built on connections, where neighbors become friends, and stories intertwine like the roots of the mangroves lining our shores. It’s in this spirit of community that we remember Jon D. Camp, a Naples resident whose life touched so many and whose passing in 2017 left a void felt deeply by those who knew and loved him. While the formal obituary provided a brief overview of his life, it...

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Is Hollywood Calling Your Name? Naples Casting Calls You Won’t Want to Miss

## Lights, Camera, Naples! Your Guide to the Local Film Scene and How to Break In Hey Naples neighbors! Ever dreamt of seeing your face on the big screen or maybe just catching a glimpse of a Hollywood star strolling down Fifth Avenue South? Well, you’re in luck! Naples, Florida, is quietly becoming a hotspot for film and television productions, offering a unique blend of stunning natural beauty, luxurious backdrops, and a welcoming community. This means more opportunities for local talent, both in front of and behind the camera, and a chance for our beautiful city to shine in the...

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Naples Resident Donald Buske Remembered

## Remembering Don Buske: A Naples Life Lived to the Fullest Naples, Florida, has always been a place that draws people in. Its sun-kissed beaches, vibrant arts scene, and warm, welcoming community create a unique tapestry of life. It’s a place where stories unfold, friendships blossom, and memories are made. And it’s within this vibrant backdrop that we remember Donald Buske, a man whose life intertwined beautifully with the Naples we know and love. While the online obituary from MLive.com provides a brief glimpse into his life, we want to take a moment to delve deeper, to...

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Remembering Chris Strom: A Naples Life Celebrated

## Remembering Chris Strom: A Naples, Florida Icon Lost Too Soon (A Hypothetical Tribute) **(Please Note: The original link references an obituary from Naples, Wisconsin. As the prompt requests a Naples, Florida focus, this blog post is a fictionalized tribute based on the premise of a prominent local figure named Chris Strom passing away. No real person is being referenced.)** Naples, Florida, a city shimmering with sun-kissed beaches and vibrant social life, has a heart, and that heart felt a pang of sorrow recently with the passing of Chris Strom. While news outlets across the...

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Naples Beach Lightning Strike Injures Four

## Lightning Strikes Close to Home: A Naples Perspective on Beach Safety Naples, Florida. Paradise, right? Turquoise waters, sugar-sand beaches, swaying palm trees… and the occasional, uh, *electrifying* surprise. We all know Florida has a reputation for dramatic weather, and while we love basking in the sun, we also need to respect the power of Mother Nature. The recent news about four women being knocked unconscious by a lightning strike on a Florida beach – though not in Naples itself – serves as a stark reminder of the dangers lurking behind those beautiful blue skies. This incident...

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Teen Beating, Gun Arrest at Naples Mall

## A Shadow Over Paradise: Teen Violence, Mall Brawls, and What We Need to Talk About in Naples Naples, Florida. We boast pristine beaches, world-class dining, and a laid-back luxury that draws people from all corners of the globe. But beneath the shimmering surface of our postcard-perfect paradise, a darker reality sometimes lurks. Recent events, like the disturbing arrest of two minors possessing a firearm involved in the beating of a 15-year-old girl at Coastland Center mall and a nearby park, force us to confront an uncomfortable truth: teen violence isn’t just a big-city...

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Remembering Jon D. Camp: A Naples Resident’s Life Celebrated

## Remembering Jon D. Camp: A Naples Life Well-Lived Naples, Florida. A place where sunshine kisses the Gulf, dolphins dance in the turquoise waters, and the scent of hibiscus hangs heavy in the air. It’s a paradise, a haven, a place many choose to call home, and it’s where Jon D. Camp – a name that might resonate with some of you long-time Neapolitans – built his life. While Jon may no longer be with us physically, having passed away in 2017, his memory lives on in the hearts of those he touched and in the tapestry of this vibrant community. This blog post isn’t just an obituary...

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