
A Florida Freedom Rally was held Saturday by a group of self-described ‘patriots’ whose goal is to end Collier County’s mask mandate.
Participants believe that it’s their right to do what’s best for their individual health.
The rally took place at the intersection of Airport-Pulling Road and Pine Ridge Road in Naples.
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