Great Wolf Lodge celebrates grand opening, economic impact in Collier CountyOrientation for new Cape Coral City Council members
Tesla issues sixth Cybertruck recall in a year, over 2,400 vehicles affected Tesla stock might be up, but their Cybertrucks have another recall for their drivers to deal with.
Great Wolf Lodge celebrates grand opening, economic impact in Collier County With pomp, circumstance and an appearance from retired NFL player Rob Gronkowski, Great Wolf Lodge celebrated both its grand opening and its economic impact for Collier County.
CAPE CORAL Orientation for new Cape Coral City Council members Five fresh new faces are on the Cape Coral City Council.
the weather authority Tropical Storm Sara forms in the Caribbean The Weather Authority is tracking Tropical Storm Sara in the Caribbean.
Local builder Paul Beattie gives up license, agrees to pay fine Beattie Development has been accused of taking customers’ money and not completing work promised, and now the company’s owner is surrendering his license.
NAPLES Naples Botanical Garden performs prescribed burn in garden area The Naples Botanical Garden is conducting a prescribed fire as part of its maintenance of the nature preserve.
NEAR FORT MYERS Jerry Seinfeld to perform at Barbara B. Mann in SWFL Comedian and co-creator of a popular sitcom of the same name, Jerry Seinfeld, is set to perform near Fort Myers.
COLLIER COUNTY DOH-Collier cautions of blue-green algae at Lake Avalon The Florida Department of Health in Collier County (DOH-Collier) wants to caution the public of the presence of blue-green algae in Lake Avalon.
City, Naples Beach Club to preserve green space in perpetuity More than 104 acres of recreation and open space at the former Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club’s golf course will be forever preserved.
FORT MYERS The 52nd annual Fort Myers Boat Show begins An annual Fort Myers tradition has returned as the region’s premier display of boats and boating products, which will be on full display for enthusiasts to enjoy.
the weather authority Gorgeous Thursday afternoon with highs in the mid 80s The Weather Authority is tracking pleasant afternoon conditions with temperatures in the mid-80s this Thursday.
SANIBEL Failed air quality tests push back reopening date for The Sanibel School The tentative reopening of The Sanibel School has been pushed back once again after being closed since Hurricane Milton.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers Police respond to rollover crash; driver flees scene The Fort Myers Police Department responded to a rollover, single-vehicle on Colonial Gardens Circle and Colonial Boulevard.
FORT MYERS West End residents frustrated by security failures, lack of response A nearly $64 million luxury apartment complex that close to 500 people call home, but somehow, security seems to fall through the cracks.
NAPLES Collier County nearly doubles tourism budget On Tuesday, Collier County Commissioners approved a nearly $12 million budget for a tourism marketing campaign.
Tesla issues sixth Cybertruck recall in a year, over 2,400 vehicles affected Tesla stock might be up, but their Cybertrucks have another recall for their drivers to deal with.
Great Wolf Lodge celebrates grand opening, economic impact in Collier County With pomp, circumstance and an appearance from retired NFL player Rob Gronkowski, Great Wolf Lodge celebrated both its grand opening and its economic impact for Collier County.
CAPE CORAL Orientation for new Cape Coral City Council members Five fresh new faces are on the Cape Coral City Council.
the weather authority Tropical Storm Sara forms in the Caribbean The Weather Authority is tracking Tropical Storm Sara in the Caribbean.
Local builder Paul Beattie gives up license, agrees to pay fine Beattie Development has been accused of taking customers’ money and not completing work promised, and now the company’s owner is surrendering his license.
NAPLES Naples Botanical Garden performs prescribed burn in garden area The Naples Botanical Garden is conducting a prescribed fire as part of its maintenance of the nature preserve.
NEAR FORT MYERS Jerry Seinfeld to perform at Barbara B. Mann in SWFL Comedian and co-creator of a popular sitcom of the same name, Jerry Seinfeld, is set to perform near Fort Myers.
COLLIER COUNTY DOH-Collier cautions of blue-green algae at Lake Avalon The Florida Department of Health in Collier County (DOH-Collier) wants to caution the public of the presence of blue-green algae in Lake Avalon.
City, Naples Beach Club to preserve green space in perpetuity More than 104 acres of recreation and open space at the former Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club’s golf course will be forever preserved.
FORT MYERS The 52nd annual Fort Myers Boat Show begins An annual Fort Myers tradition has returned as the region’s premier display of boats and boating products, which will be on full display for enthusiasts to enjoy.
the weather authority Gorgeous Thursday afternoon with highs in the mid 80s The Weather Authority is tracking pleasant afternoon conditions with temperatures in the mid-80s this Thursday.
SANIBEL Failed air quality tests push back reopening date for The Sanibel School The tentative reopening of The Sanibel School has been pushed back once again after being closed since Hurricane Milton.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers Police respond to rollover crash; driver flees scene The Fort Myers Police Department responded to a rollover, single-vehicle on Colonial Gardens Circle and Colonial Boulevard.
FORT MYERS West End residents frustrated by security failures, lack of response A nearly $64 million luxury apartment complex that close to 500 people call home, but somehow, security seems to fall through the cracks.
NAPLES Collier County nearly doubles tourism budget On Tuesday, Collier County Commissioners approved a nearly $12 million budget for a tourism marketing campaign.
CREDIT: WINK. From left to right: Commissioner Whidden, Chairman Stanley, Commissioner Taylor, Commissioner Sapp WINK News attended the first Glades County Commissioners meeting since the Florida Department of Law Enforcement released their investigation findings on sitting District 1 Commissioner Tony Whidden. Commissioner Whidden won his seat in 2020 when he lived in a house in District One. Then, in 2022, he moved six miles away to a home in District Four and has been living there ever since. Before the meeting, a small protest took place. RELATED: Protest erupts before Glades Commissioners meeting After the commissioner’s meeting, WINK News Reporter Olivia Jean asked Whidden if he had anything to say to those protesters and others who were upset he still holds his position. He refused to answer and walked out of the commission chambers. Glades District 4 Commissioner Hattie Taylor did talk to WINK News. Whidden lives in her district now. “I don’t think anyone intentionally did anything. I’m new. I’m not a political person. I got involved because they’re Glades County citizens all my life. I care about the county,” Taylor said. She said she leaves these types of decisions up to the County Manager and County Attorney. “I didn’t question (them), and that’s what I would say to those who are upset,” Taylor said. “I do believe that you should live in the county, or excuse me, in the district that you voted for you represent.” Glades District 5 Commissioner and Chairman Tim Stanley said he had nothing to add. “I’d tell them to call Mr. Whidden because it is a personal issue with him. I have nothing to do with it,” Stanley said. WINK News Reporter Olivia Jean responded back with, “But you are the chairman.” He continued to say, “I am the chairman but I can’t hire and fire a commissioner.” Stanley is right. They are elected officials but must live in their district, according to the Florida Constitution. Whidden doesn’t. He moved out of his district in 2022. In the Florida Department of Law Enforcement documents WINK News obtained, the County Attorney, Richard Pringle, told investigators he advised Whidden not to resign but said he “now regrets not referring this matter to the florida attorney general’s office,” for clarification on the law. We asked him about it after the Commissioners meeting. Jean asked, “Do you think you made a mistake?” Pringle replied with a laugh and “Have a good day.” The public hearing Tuesday morning did not comment on Commissioner Whidden living outside of his district. Those at the protest did not go inside the meeting. CREDIT: WINK. From left to right: Commissioner Whidden, Chairman Stanley, Commissioner Taylor, Commissioner Sapp Whidden motioned and seconded several items during the meeting. The meeting lasted more than four hours, which is uncommon for Glades Commissioner meetings. The State Attorney’s office examined the Whidden documents and found he has not committed a crime. The State Attorney said violations of the constitution are not criminal unless the state legislature makes it so.