What SWFL Is Talking About 8/20
Collier County Police are looking for a suspect in connection with an incident at the pool at the Naples Bay Club over the weekend. Police say a man exposed himself in the pool area Sunday afternoon. The investigation is continuing.
The cost of building or repairing a seawall in Cape Coral could double, as the city is looking into raising the standards for construction of seawalls in the city. With the new measure the city would require stainless steel in the concrete slabs, instead of the epoxy-coated steel which is currently in use.
Employment figures in Hendry County are among the highest in the state, and while the unemployment rate around the country is low right now at 3.7%, in Hendry County that number is 8.2%, Officials say the problem is not a lack of jobs, but a lack of qualified candidates to fill those jobs.
Consumer Reports Reports on What Temperature to Set Your Home AC On
Over the years, we’ve heard many recommendations regarding just how cool our homes should be during the hot and sticky summer months. Just last month, Consumer Reports released some A/C settings recommendations to help cut down energy usage and cost. What’s the bottom line? The coolest you should keep your house is 78 degrees when you’re home and Florida’s Public Service Commission also says to run ceiling fans while the A/C is on. The U.S. Department of Energy also concurs that 78 degrees is the optimal temp but reminds us that fans cool people, not whole rooms, where do you keep your house at during the summer? How else do you stay cool without using an air conditioner?
Rob Gronkowski has signed to Appear on ‘Dancing With the Stars’
Following months of rumors that claimed he was considering coming out of retirement, former Patriot Rob Gronkowski has reportedly landed a new gig — but not on the football field. Multiple sources are claiming Gronk and his girlfriend, Camille Kostek, have agreed to compete on the upcoming season of “Dancing With the Stars.” The show’s producers have not officially confirmed the report. The 28th season of the show premieres September 16th on ABC. How do you think Gronk will do? Which “Dancing With the Stars” contestant surprised you the most?
Study Identifies the Most Unfriendly State in America
Apparently, New Yorkers are doing a great job living up to their reputation as being obnoxious and rude. A new study that ranks all 50 states by friendliness puts the Big Apple dead last. Released Monday, the results of the Big 7-sponsored survey says New Yorkers can be kind, as long as you “don’t dawdle on the sidewalk or hold up traffic taking Instagram shots.” Although neighboring New Jersey finished four spots higher on the list, the study notes residents are known for their “outright rudeness” and “in-your-face personalities.” On the other end of the list, Minnesota comes in as the friendliest state in the country because of its “homey feel and locals who go the extra mile to welcome tourists.” Tennessee comes in second, followed by South Carolina, Texas and Wyoming. Do you agree with the survey? Where have you been where people were ruder than you’ve ever experienced?
