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Naples This Week: Top Stories, Events & Local Buzz

Naples This Week: Top Stories, Events & Local Buzz

Robert Desiano & Naples News Now
August 13, 2025

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🔗 Tragic Loss: Two Endangered Florida Panther Kittens Killed in Collier
Two young female panthers were struck by a vehicle on Davis Boulevard, marking the 12th Florida panther death in 2025.

🔗 Florida’s Priciest Home Sale Comes with Extreme Flood Risk
A record-setting luxury home sale in Florida made headlines — but the property carries a 99.9% chance of flooding.

🔗 Naples Woman with 39 Arrests Jailed on Fentanyl Charges
A Naples woman with a lengthy arrest history is facing new trafficking charges after deputies seized fentanyl during an investigation.

🔗 Florida Mortgage Rates Hit Multi-Month Low
Mortgage rates across Florida have dropped to their lowest level in months, potentially boosting buyer activity.

🔗 What to Do in Naples: Aug. 12–18
From yoga and live music to art pop-ups and weekend brunch—make the most of your summer week.

🔗 The Bevy Closes; “La Salière Naples” to Debut This Fall
Old Naples’ The Bevy has closed, with the same owner set to open La Salière Naples in its place later this year.

🔗 New-Home Price Premium Hits Record Low
The price gap between new and existing homes has reached its lowest point on record — a shift that could benefit buyers.

🔗 Naples Duo Launches IMBA: Clean Cognitive “Soda”
Two Naples entrepreneurs have created a zero-sugar, plant-based energy drink designed to sharpen focus without the crash.

🔗 Collier’s First Autism Charter School Opens
Autism Collier Charter School has officially opened, offering tuition-free, specialized education for students with autism.

🔗 Backpack Giveaway and Safe Boating Class Announced
Collier County hosted a backpack distribution event and announced an upcoming free boating safety course.

🔗 Explore Nature at Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center
This interactive center invites visitors to experience Southwest Florida’s coastal habitats through hands-on exhibits and trails.

🔗 Bear Creek Elementary Opens with New Pre-K Wing
North Naples’ Bear Creek Elementary has welcomed students to its new Pre-K wing, expanding early education options in Collier.

🔗 Florida’s 67 Counties and What Makes Each Unique
From coastal communities to rural farmland, here’s a closer look at what sets each of Florida’s counties apart.

Former Zillow exec targets $1.3T market

The wealthiest companies tend to target the biggest markets. For example, NVIDIA skyrocketed nearly 200% higher in the last year with the $214B AI market’s tailwind.

That’s why investors are so excited about Pacaso.

Created by a former Zillow exec, Pacaso brings co-ownership to a $1.3 trillion real estate market. And by handing keys to 2,000+ happy homeowners, they’ve made $110M+ in gross profit to date. They even reserved the Nasdaq ticker PCSO.

No wonder the same VCs behind Uber, Venmo, and eBay also invested in Pacaso. And for just $2.90/share, you can join them as an early-stage Pacaso investor today.

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