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## When Mall Brawls and Park Beatdowns Hit Too Close to Home: Keeping Our Naples Kids Safe Hey Naples neighbors! Let’s talk about something that’s been weighing heavy on my mind lately: the safety of our kids. We live in paradise, right? Sun-kissed beaches, world-class golfing, and a laid-back atmosphere. But even in paradise, we can’t ignore the shadows. Recently, news broke about a 15-year-old girl being brutally attacked, not just once, but *twice* – first at Coastland Center mall, then again at a local park. And the kicker? The alleged attackers were minors, armed with a gun. This…

## Remembering Jon D. Camp: A Naples Life Well-Lived Naples, Florida. A city of sunshine, stunning beaches, and vibrant communities. It’s a place where people come to enjoy life, build connections, and create lasting memories. And for those who call Naples home, the stories woven into the fabric of this city are as rich and diverse as the seashells that adorn our shores. Today, we take a moment to remember one such story, the life of Jon D. Camp, a Naples resident whose memory continues to resonate within our community. While the details of Jon’s life remain private, as evidenced by the br…

## Remembering Don Buske: A Naples Life Well-Lived Naples, Florida, has always been a town built on stories. Stories of sunshine and sunsets, of newfound beginnings and well-deserved retirements. It’s a community woven together by the threads of individual lives, each contributing to the rich tapestry that makes this place so special. And today, we’re sharing the story of one such life – the life of Donald Buske, who passed away peacefully on July 3rd, 2024. While his obituary may be a brief snippet in the news, Don’s story, like so many others in Naples, deserves a deeper dive, a more pe…

## Naples Teen Robbery Shakes Coastland Center: A Deeper Dive into Mall Safety and Community Concerns Hey Naples neighbors! Remember that unsettling news about the armed robbery and assault at Coastland Center Mall last week? It’s got everyone talking, and rightfully so. Two teens were arrested, which brings some relief, but it also leaves a lot of questions hanging in the air. This isn’t just another news story; it’s about *our* community, *our* mall, and the safety of our families. So let’s unpack this situation, discuss what it means for Naples, and explore how we can move forward. Firs…

## Lightning Strikes Close to Home: When Paradise Turns Perilous on Naples Beaches Naples, Florida. Known for its sun-kissed beaches, turquoise waters, and vibrant sunsets. It’s a paradise, no doubt. But even paradise has its dangers. A recent incident, where four women were knocked unconscious by a lightning strike on a Florida beach, serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable power of Mother Nature and the importance of lightning safety, especially here in our beautiful corner of Southwest Florida. While the incident didn’t happen directly on Naples’ shores, it hits close to home, hi…

## 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 reputation for tranquility. But beneath the shimmering surface of our paradise, a disturbing undercurrent sometimes flows. The recent arrest of two minors, armed with a gun, for the brutal beating of a 15-year-old girl at Coastland Center mall and a nearby park has shaken our community to its core. It’s a stark reminder that even in Naples, we’re not immune to the challenges facing youth today. This isn’t just another news…

## Remembering Jon D. Camp: A Naples Life Well-Lived Naples, Florida, isn’t just a place of stunning sunsets and pristine beaches; it’s a community woven together by the lives and legacies of its people. Today, we’re taking a moment to remember one such individual, Jon D. Camp, whose passing in 2017 left a void felt by many. While a simple obituary notice might suffice for some, we believe Jon’s story deserves a deeper dive, a celebration of his life intertwined with the very fabric of our Naples community. Unfortunately, publicly accessible information about Jon’s life is limited. The link…

## Remembering Don Buske: A Naples Life Well-Lived Naples, Florida, lost one of its own on July 3rd, 2024, with the passing of Donald Buske. While an obituary provides the basic facts, it rarely captures the essence of a life lived, the impact made, the stories whispered and shared. Here in Naples, we understand that a life is more than dates on a page; it’s the ripple effect of kindness, the memories etched in sun-kissed sands, the quiet contributions that shape a community. And Don Buske’s life, woven into the fabric of our beautiful city, deserves more than a fleeting mention. So, pull u…

## Two Teens, a Mall, and a Whole Lotta Trouble: A Deep Dive into Naples’ Latest Crime Scare Okay, Naples folks, let’s talk about something that’s got everyone buzzing – the recent armed robbery and assault at Coastland Center mall. It’s the kind of news that makes you clutch your purse a little tighter and look over your shoulder a bit more often. Two teenagers, barely old enough to drive, now face serious charges that could drastically alter the course of their lives. And it all went down right here in our sunny little slice of paradise. Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Naples? Crime…