‘The eyes always draw me in’; Immokalee portrait artist turns dark times into colorCollier commissioners approve agreement for golf complex in Golden Gate
Immokalee ‘The eyes always draw me in’; Immokalee portrait artist turns dark times into color One of Southwest Florida best portrait artist, Martha Maria Cantu, almost gave up art. Now she’s on the forefront of the city of Immokalee, to make her community filled with color.
GOLDEN GATE Collier commissioners approve agreement for golf complex in Golden Gate Collier commissioners unanimously approved a long term lease and operating agreement to reopen the Golden Gate golf course Tuesday.
PUNTA GORDA Motorcyclists ride in SWFL to help veterans battle suicide A group of veterans from the American Legion are grabbing their helmets and boots for a motorcycle ride to bring awareness to the staggering rates of suicide among veterans.
SARASOTA Alleged sexual abuse victims of Port Charlotte priest comes forward Father Riley worked at three churches in Charlotte County and another in Naples. On Friday, new allegations emerged from a news conference in Sarasota.
PORT CHARLOTTE Port Charlotte priest accused of sexual abuse appears in court A priest accused of sexually abusing four altar boys in Iowa nearly 40 years ago returned to Charlotte County court.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema prepares for opening at Mercato The newest movie theater in Southwest Florida opens April 29, and it does so with an array of entertainment offerings that go beyond the usual options across the region.
Let’s Waffle opens in Cape Coral Let’s Waffle is one of two businesses the Feix family launched locally, with the FMS Florida Boat Tours and Limousine Service owned and operated by Feix’s husband, Alexander.
Planned Punta Gorda hotel, pub, brewery faces construction delay Kevin Doyle, owner of Celtic Ray Public House Irish pub in downtown Punta Gorda, and his partner, S4 Global Investments, were found in violation of the city’s exposed soils code.
Three Sisters Spring Toast the manatee released by FWC, SeaWorld and Casey DeSantis near Crystal River A manatee named Toast was released back into the Florida waters after a final medical evaluation from wildlife officials.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Man arrested and charged with over 90 counts of fraud The Cape Coral Police Department arrested a man for allegedly stealing items from a business and then pawning them.
Man accused of pulling gun on someone ordering at Collier County Dunkin’ Donuts drive-thru A man has been arrested after allegedly pulling a gun on someone ordering at a Dunkin’ Donuts drive-thru in Collier County.
League Club of Naples awards record $683K in grants to Collier, Lee nonprofits At a mid-April breakfast event, the 35 area nonprofit agencies—chosen from a record number of applicants—were awarded grants from the women’s volunteer organization in areas ranging from arts education, to fighting hunger and homelessness, to providing bikes and wheelchairs to children in need
Tim Aten Knows: Chick-fil-A drive-thru proposal faces criticism in Naples Chick-fil-A is proposing a drive-thru restaurant at the site of the former Red Lobster restaurant on U.S. 41 in Naples, but the project is facing early criticism.
Man convicted for murder of 17-year-old girl will be in court for resentencing A convicted man will be in court for resentencing for a murder that he committed as a teenager almost 20 years ago.
NAPLES Friday’s Furry Friends: Holly, Slim For this week’s Friday’s Furry Friends, WINK visits the Collier County Domestic Animal Services to showcase two adorable animals ready to be adopted.
Immokalee ‘The eyes always draw me in’; Immokalee portrait artist turns dark times into color One of Southwest Florida best portrait artist, Martha Maria Cantu, almost gave up art. Now she’s on the forefront of the city of Immokalee, to make her community filled with color.
GOLDEN GATE Collier commissioners approve agreement for golf complex in Golden Gate Collier commissioners unanimously approved a long term lease and operating agreement to reopen the Golden Gate golf course Tuesday.
PUNTA GORDA Motorcyclists ride in SWFL to help veterans battle suicide A group of veterans from the American Legion are grabbing their helmets and boots for a motorcycle ride to bring awareness to the staggering rates of suicide among veterans.
SARASOTA Alleged sexual abuse victims of Port Charlotte priest comes forward Father Riley worked at three churches in Charlotte County and another in Naples. On Friday, new allegations emerged from a news conference in Sarasota.
PORT CHARLOTTE Port Charlotte priest accused of sexual abuse appears in court A priest accused of sexually abusing four altar boys in Iowa nearly 40 years ago returned to Charlotte County court.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema prepares for opening at Mercato The newest movie theater in Southwest Florida opens April 29, and it does so with an array of entertainment offerings that go beyond the usual options across the region.
Let’s Waffle opens in Cape Coral Let’s Waffle is one of two businesses the Feix family launched locally, with the FMS Florida Boat Tours and Limousine Service owned and operated by Feix’s husband, Alexander.
Planned Punta Gorda hotel, pub, brewery faces construction delay Kevin Doyle, owner of Celtic Ray Public House Irish pub in downtown Punta Gorda, and his partner, S4 Global Investments, were found in violation of the city’s exposed soils code.
Three Sisters Spring Toast the manatee released by FWC, SeaWorld and Casey DeSantis near Crystal River A manatee named Toast was released back into the Florida waters after a final medical evaluation from wildlife officials.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Man arrested and charged with over 90 counts of fraud The Cape Coral Police Department arrested a man for allegedly stealing items from a business and then pawning them.
Man accused of pulling gun on someone ordering at Collier County Dunkin’ Donuts drive-thru A man has been arrested after allegedly pulling a gun on someone ordering at a Dunkin’ Donuts drive-thru in Collier County.
League Club of Naples awards record $683K in grants to Collier, Lee nonprofits At a mid-April breakfast event, the 35 area nonprofit agencies—chosen from a record number of applicants—were awarded grants from the women’s volunteer organization in areas ranging from arts education, to fighting hunger and homelessness, to providing bikes and wheelchairs to children in need
Tim Aten Knows: Chick-fil-A drive-thru proposal faces criticism in Naples Chick-fil-A is proposing a drive-thru restaurant at the site of the former Red Lobster restaurant on U.S. 41 in Naples, but the project is facing early criticism.
Man convicted for murder of 17-year-old girl will be in court for resentencing A convicted man will be in court for resentencing for a murder that he committed as a teenager almost 20 years ago.
NAPLES Friday’s Furry Friends: Holly, Slim For this week’s Friday’s Furry Friends, WINK visits the Collier County Domestic Animal Services to showcase two adorable animals ready to be adopted.
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Their starter has a sore shoulder, bruised ribs and who knows what other ailments. Their backup could be facing NFL discipline. The Browns’ quarterback situation — always convoluted — is even more of a mess. With Josh McCown unable to throw because of a right shoulder injury sustained last week when he was roughed up in St. Louis, the Browns don’t know yet if he’ll be able to start Sunday when they host Arizona. And McCown’s injury isn’t the team’s only QB concern. Johnny Manziel, who replaced McCown in the fourth quarter against the Rams, was expected to meet Wednesday with league investigators, who are looking into whether he violated the personal conduct policy during an Oct. 12 argument with his girlfriend. According to an Avon, Ohio, police report, Colleen Crowley accused Manziel of hitting her and pushing her head against his car’s window during their argument. Browns coach Mike Pettine described Manziel’s meeting as “imminent” before the team’s practice. Manziel was not in the locker room during the time it was open to reporters following the workout, but the 2012 Heisman Trophy winner was seen in a hallway neat the entrance to the team’s facility. Pettine did not divulge the time or place of Manziel’s appointment, but confirmed the league hopes to have its inquiry wrapped up quickly. “There’s a sense of urgency to it,” said Pettine, who was asked if he was confident Manziel would be available for Sunday’s game. “We’ll just wait and see. The league has its protocol on how they handle these situations, and we’ve been ultra-cooperative to date and will continue to be.” The league could fine or suspend Manziel if it feels he violated its personal conduct policy, which was revised and strengthened last year following the high-profile case involving former Ravens running back Ray Rice. Investigators have already spoken with the police officers who were at the scene of Manziel’s incident, which began on a busy interstate highway and ended on a gravel driveway. Manziel told police that he and Crowley had been drinking alcohol before their fight. He denied striking Crowley and police determined he was not intoxicated before allowing him to drive Crowley home. As they wait for a possible ruling on Manziel, the second-year QB took snaps with Cleveland’s first-team offense Wednesday as McCown watched from the sideline while wearing a baseball cap. McCown said he’s feeling better and had hoped to test his shoulder and ribs by throwing before heading home. The 36-year-old was sacked four times by the Rams — he’s been sacked 21 times in the past five games — and also took a vicious shot to the chin before finally staggering to the sideline. “He looked how we all felt,” said Pettine, who has been impressed by the veteran’s resilience and durability. “It is amazing what a couple days off will do for you to get you back going. Afterwards, it didn’t look good, and when you watch the tape, he took some unnecessary hits, but as we all know, he is as tough as nails.” McCown has taken more than his share of hard knocks in 13 seasons. There isn’t a week when something isn’t hurting, and McCown forced a smile when asked how long it takes after a season for his body to feel “normal.” “In February,” he said. “It’s part of the job description.” Pettine made it clear that if McCown is healthy, he’ll play. While there’s a vocal segment of Browns fans who would rather see the team play Manziel to see if he can be their long-term answer at quarterback, Pettine is sticking with McCown, who has played better than expected but isn’t winning. McCown said Pettine’s faith in him means a great deal. “I can understand both sides of it and I understand the situation I’m in,” McCown said. “We drafted Johnny in the first round for a reason. At some point that time will come to see what he can do, but for me, that’s not my decision and that’s not what I get caught up worrying about. “I focus on being ready to play and getting myself healthy and getting ready to play against the Cardinals. That’s where my mind’s at.” NOTES: Browns Pro Bowl CB Joe Haden returned to practice after missing two games with a concussion. S Tashaun Gipson also returned. He missed the past three games with an ankle injury. … Rookie RB Duke Johnson was excused from practice for personal reasons. ___ AP NFL website: www.pro32.ap.org and www.twitter.com/AP_NFL