Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association breaks ground on new Fort Myers headquartersCharlotte County drug trafficker sentenced to 10 years
Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association breaks ground on new Fort Myers headquarters As Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association’s president pointed out, about 1,000 people are still moving to Florida every day, and many of them are finding their way to Southwest Florida.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte County drug trafficker sentenced to 10 years A Charlotte County man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for drug trafficking.
lehigh acres ‘How to sign away parental rights?’; Lehigh Acres woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby.
Punta Gorda Man accused of indecent exposure at school bus stop in Punta Gorda The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of indecent exposure at a school bus stop in Punta Gorda.
estero Firefighters to perform 76-acre prescribed burn at Koreshan State Park San Carlos Park Fire Protection & Rescue Service District will perform a 76-acre prescribed burn at Koreshan State Park.
Tim Aten Knows: 2 new eateries coming to East Naples After operating La Rosa Pizzeria for more than 15 years, owners Bill and Alda Rosa decided to sell their local business and restaurant space.
the weather authority Warmer with sun and clouds for your Friday plans The Weather Authority is tracking a warmer day ahead, with a mixture of sun and clouds expected this Friday afternoon.
FDOT opens all lanes of Caloosahatchee Bridge year ahead of construction schedule The Florida Department of Transportation announced all lanes of the Caloosahatchee Bridge are open, a year ahead of its original pedestrian sidewalk project estimate.
NAPLES 12-year-old collecting donations for the needy during the holidays A 12-year-old Naples boy isn’t worried about what he’s getting for Christmas. Instead, he’s working on his 6th annual “Holiday Sock Drive.”
Fort Myers man facing homelessness before the holidays A 75-year-old man is on the brink of homelessness despite working over 80 hours a week.
NAPLES Adoptee uses non-profit to provide suitcases for foster children This holiday season, a Naples woman is on a mission to bring foster children something many take for granted: a suitcase filled with dignity.
MARCO ISLAND City of Marco Island discusses lead awareness during city council meeting The city of Marco Island sent out 4900 letters to residents warning them that their pipes could contain plastic or lead.
NAPLES The future of electric planes in Southwest Florida Features of living near an airport include persistent headache-inducing engine rumbles and foul-smelling jet fuel, but electric planes could play a part in the solution.
PORT CHARLOTTE Neighbors awaiting answers on Port Charlotte Beach Park repairs Neighbors said a contractor hired by the Florida Division of Emergency Management mishandled the boats at Port Charlotte Beach Park.
FGCU introduces new technology for cognitive health screenings Ten minutes. That’s all it takes for doctors to assess how well you remember, how quickly you learn things, and how your brain is working overall.
Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association breaks ground on new Fort Myers headquarters As Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association’s president pointed out, about 1,000 people are still moving to Florida every day, and many of them are finding their way to Southwest Florida.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte County drug trafficker sentenced to 10 years A Charlotte County man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for drug trafficking.
lehigh acres ‘How to sign away parental rights?’; Lehigh Acres woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby.
Punta Gorda Man accused of indecent exposure at school bus stop in Punta Gorda The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of indecent exposure at a school bus stop in Punta Gorda.
estero Firefighters to perform 76-acre prescribed burn at Koreshan State Park San Carlos Park Fire Protection & Rescue Service District will perform a 76-acre prescribed burn at Koreshan State Park.
Tim Aten Knows: 2 new eateries coming to East Naples After operating La Rosa Pizzeria for more than 15 years, owners Bill and Alda Rosa decided to sell their local business and restaurant space.
the weather authority Warmer with sun and clouds for your Friday plans The Weather Authority is tracking a warmer day ahead, with a mixture of sun and clouds expected this Friday afternoon.
FDOT opens all lanes of Caloosahatchee Bridge year ahead of construction schedule The Florida Department of Transportation announced all lanes of the Caloosahatchee Bridge are open, a year ahead of its original pedestrian sidewalk project estimate.
NAPLES 12-year-old collecting donations for the needy during the holidays A 12-year-old Naples boy isn’t worried about what he’s getting for Christmas. Instead, he’s working on his 6th annual “Holiday Sock Drive.”
Fort Myers man facing homelessness before the holidays A 75-year-old man is on the brink of homelessness despite working over 80 hours a week.
NAPLES Adoptee uses non-profit to provide suitcases for foster children This holiday season, a Naples woman is on a mission to bring foster children something many take for granted: a suitcase filled with dignity.
MARCO ISLAND City of Marco Island discusses lead awareness during city council meeting The city of Marco Island sent out 4900 letters to residents warning them that their pipes could contain plastic or lead.
NAPLES The future of electric planes in Southwest Florida Features of living near an airport include persistent headache-inducing engine rumbles and foul-smelling jet fuel, but electric planes could play a part in the solution.
PORT CHARLOTTE Neighbors awaiting answers on Port Charlotte Beach Park repairs Neighbors said a contractor hired by the Florida Division of Emergency Management mishandled the boats at Port Charlotte Beach Park.
FGCU introduces new technology for cognitive health screenings Ten minutes. That’s all it takes for doctors to assess how well you remember, how quickly you learn things, and how your brain is working overall.
Girl Scout cookie weekend (Shutterstock via CNN) Girl Scout Cookie Weekend is here, which means the country’s youngest entrepreneurs will come out in droves to peddle their cookies, and you’re obligated to buy some. But there are 12 cookies and just one you. Feel stumped on which box to buy? Get to know the cookies a bit better with their dating — er, flavor profiles — before you commit. Thin Mint The Audrey Hepburn of cookies: Classic, delicate and thin. Best enjoyed: Dipped in a frothy latte and nibbled slowly. Eat if: You’re craving chocolate and a breath mint. Celebrity endorsement: Jennifer Garner loves me! Fun fact: I’m old school. Like, “I was invented in the 1950s” old school. And I’m still the reigning supreme. Song that describes me: “Popular” from the musical “Wicked” — for obvious reasons! Tagalong I am opulence. I am drama. I am rich, decadent ribbons of peanut butter enveloped in chocolate. Look no further — I am the cookie you’ve been craving. AKA: Peanut Butter Patty (my stage name, if you will) Eat if: You’re feelin’ a sweet-and-salty combo. Also, LUXURY. Favorite quote: “I am large, I contain multitudes” — Walt Whitman. Did he write this about multitudes of peanut butter? Favorite pastime: Luxuriating and tea spilling. Biggest flaw: I’m not as widely beloved as Thin Mint, though I am objectively better. But that’s at no fault of my own, now, is it? If you like me, you’ll like: Do-si-dos (aka Peanut Butter Sandwich) — except they’re chocolate-free, unfortunately. Guess you’ll have to choose me! Lemon-Up I’m peppy, I’m tart and I’ve got tons of positive affirmations up my sleeve — my cookie sleeve, that is! HA! If you can’t tell, I operate at a constant 10. Likes: Girl power, lemonade, Beyonce’s “Lemonade” Dislikes: When young women don’t know their worth 🙁 Favorite quote: “You are a beautiful, talented, brilliant, powerful muskox.” — Leslie Knope. And me, to everyone I meet. Role model: Eleanor Roosevelt, Malala, Maya Angelou — oh, you asked for just one? If you like me, you’ll like: Lemonades! We’re basically the same cookie — they just don’t have the positive affirmations. But maybe you like your lemon cookies affirmation-free, and I affirm that, too! Samoa Humble to a fault. A hidden gem. Your secret favorite. Adventurous. If you like me, you have elevated taste. AKA: Caramel deLites Celebrity endorsement: Justin Timberlake! One day I will: Convince skeptics that the coalition of coconut, caramel and chocolate is king. Biggest lie I’ve told myself: I’m sort of healthy. Right? Anyone? Favorite song: “Dark Horse” by Katy Perry. Story of my LIFE in the Girl Scout Cookie hierarchy. Trefoil An old soul. I’m your grandmother’s favorite for a reason. AKA: Shortbread Likes: Sitting on the floor and listening to our elders tell stories about the good ol’ days. Dislikes: Chocolate, blegh! My superhero name would be: Plain Jane. I identify with: Ringo Starr. People underestimate me, but I’m an OG! If you like me, you’ll like: Thanks-A-Lots. Ever snack on shortbread but wish there were chocolate? Personally, I think I’m fine without it, but these exist if you absolutely demand a cocoa component. Girl Scout S’mores Fraternal twins and frenemies. Yes, one of us is covered in chocolate and the other is not. Everyone prefers one or the other but never both. We are wildly divisive and proud of it. Likes: We disagree on everything. We do like being contrarians, though. Dislikes: Campfires, surprisingly. Eat if: You love pillowy marshmallow but hate going outside. Favorite pastime: Glamping (glam camping, natch) Celebrity idols: Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. Or maybe the Winklevoss twins. Or the Property Brothers? Toffee-tastic Ever wondered what those hard candies your grandmother kept in a bowl for years taste like? You’ve got your answer. Likes: Crumbs — lots of them. Dislikes: Gluten! Get it outta here. Eat if: You like a cookie so tough it could chip a tooth — you live on the edge! Biggest goal: To make it in the Girl Scout Cookie Hall of Fame — and avoid retirement. If you like me, you’ll like: Caramel Chocolate Chip. We’re both versions of more boring cookies that the other flavors outshine. At least we’re both gluten-free.