Margo
Becky
Miranda
Alyssa
Accounting
Selina Koehler
Production
Lee
Production
Elaine Donholt
Ruth Nekoranec
Katie Heystek
Dianne Strout
Karen Kalisz
Michelle Feeney
Andie Reynolds
Security Report
MICHAEL KUEHN
This will be the last time that I write this article, I have resigned from the MSTBU board as my term was up and I didn’t want to start another term. I won’t be leaving Whiskey Creek but I will not be on the board or write this article anymore.
Just a short stroll with me down memory lane. My wife and I moved here in late 1998 and joined the country club in January 1999. I shortly answered a request for members to the
MSTBU board and in total have been on it about 17 years with a break of about 5 years. Things have changed a lot. There were few children here when we moved in. We only had four on our block, and they were in middle school and high school. Now they are nurses, doctors and lawyers. There are many more children now as attested to by the crowds at the Fall Festival.
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The MSTBU board has attempted to keep Whiskey Creek looking good and updated by adding sprinklers the full length of the median, curbing around the full length of the median, replacing the wooden fence along Summerlin Road with a concrete wall and of course maintenance of all the public landscaping. Eventually, we sold our home on Chippendale and moved into a condo on Tredegar. My wife, Millie, and I have both enjoyed our time in Whiskey Creek. We hope that each of you enjoy your lives here as much as we
have ours and may you have happiness and peace.
This month we had 19 traffic stops, 15 for stop sign violations, and four for speeding. All received warnings. A deputy was dispatched to investigate a suspicious person and the person was gone when he arrived. Later he was dispatched to an alarm call, but it checked out okay also. A deputy was dispatched to a disturbance in the adult condos on south end of Whiskey Creek Drive and upon investigation issued a citation for trespassing.
The deputy assisted juveniles with their golf cart that had stopped because of dead batteries. A resident had reported a suspicious vehicle on his street. Upon investigation the owner was found and all was okay.
As always, keep your outside lights on and overhead garage doors down. Lock all vehicles left in the driveway and remove valuables and garage door openers from them.
President’s Message
our community and ensure that everyone can enjoy our lovely surroundings.
Greetings Whiskey Creek Community,
The holiday season is finally here, and it’s such a joyful time! If you’re just now getting to decorating, don’t worry—it’s never too late to brighten up your space with lights and ornaments. And let’s not forget about the excitement of the college football playoffs! Gather your friends and family, grab some snacks, and cheer on your favorite team together. It’s a wonderful time to create special memories!
As we all enjoy more time outdoors this season, it’s important to note that many part-time residents will soon be returning to Southwest Florida, leading to increased traffic, more pedestrians, and a rise in golf cart activity in our neighborhood. Let’s prioritize safety during our daily travels. To tackle potential speeding and improve awareness, the WCCA has taken the initiative to petition the county to allow us to put up signs that will highlight pedestrian and golf cart zones. These signs will significantly enhance safety in
In recent months, we have observed a rise in certain behaviors among adolescents, such as damaging private property, taking signs, and making inappropriate remarks from golf carts. While it is natural for young people to seek enjoyment and engage in playful mischief as part of their development, some actions may have crossed acceptable boundaries. We have received feedback from several residents regarding these concerns, and I want to assure everyone that the Sheriff’s Community Response Unit (CRU) will actively monitor these situations and have a more noticeable presence during season to ensure the safety and well-being of our community.
WCCA hosted its annual Fall Festival, and it was another wonderful family fun event in the community. I want to thank Sally Gins and the Festival Committee for their time and energy along with a big thank you to the club and all the generous businesses, families, and community sponsors that made it all happen.
I mentioned earlier that it’s the Holiday Season, which means it’s time for the Holiday Golf Cart Parade! The parade has become one of the biggest in the area and typically has over 100 carts for all to enjoy. If you haven’t started decorating your cart yet, now is the perfect time to make it sparkle with Christmas decorations and lights. The parade will take place on Saturday, December 21, with a pre-parade party starting at 4 p.m. There will be food trucks, refreshments for both kids and adults, golf cart judging, and awards for the best carts. Special guests, Mr. and Mrs. Claus, will kick off the parade, along with the sheriff’s office.
In recent weeks, I have been approached by both new and existing neighbors regarding the WCCA membership campaign. They are seeking information on how to participate and how the funds will be allocated. Some individuals expressed surprise at the affordability of the membership fees, which are designed to support the enhancement of our community. Many may have observed the campaign announcements published in the local newspaper last month and again this month.
We are committed to providing regular updates as we strive to achieve 100% participation. Currently, membership stands at approximately 30%, and we are making daily progress.
To our new and returning members, we extend our sincere gratitude for your membership and commitment to our community. The annual membership fee of $125 will be directed towards various community needs, including funding for community events, adherence to deed restrictions, general community protection, and overall community enhancements. Recently, members of the WCCA Board and the MSTBU Board convened to initiate the process of enhancing and relandscaping the medians on Whiskey Creek Drive, which have not been updated in over 25 years. We will continue to collaborate with MSTBU and the County Administration, and we will keep the community informed regarding the progress, including any cost-sharing arrangements with the county.
To learn more about how the funds will be utilized and to become a member or renew your membership, please visit https://whiskeycreeknews.net/ membership/.
We will be making updates about the changes at Seabreeze Communications in the upcoming weeks and months. Our newsletter will be transitioning to digital with some print copies. This change by Seabreeze is aimed at better serving and engaging the residents and the community. Stay tuned for more information in the newsletter and on the Whiskey Creek Facebook page. Your opinion on this matter is important to us. Please feel free to share your thoughts in favor or oppose.
Stay connected with us and keep informed about upcoming events like the Holiday Golf Cart parade on December 21 by visiting the Whiskey Creek Civic Association Facebook page. Your input is valuable and drives our ongoing efforts to better serve you.
medians—don’t hesitate to reach out to one of our board members or drop us a message through the website https:// whiskeycreeknews.net/. Thank you for being such an important part of our community!
The Whiskey Creek Country Club will continue to offer new menu items and food and drink specials, as well as golf specials and events. Whether it’s for a chill and affordable happy hour, tasty brunches and dinners, or social interaction and relaxation, the club is a great spot to hang out with friends and neighbors. Whiskey Creek continues to be a popular destination for residents of all walks of life, each contributing to the rich tapestry of our community. Whether you’re here to settle down, unwind, or raise a family, your presence is vital to our collective vision.
We’d love to see everyone at our monthly board meetings! It’s a great opportunity to learn more about what’s happening in our community and get involved. If you can’t make it, no worries! You can still stay in the loop and participate by checking out the resources on our website. Also, if you spot anything that needs attention—like a home not quite following the deed restrictions or a broken sprinkler in the The man who invented Velcro has died. RIP
Much respect, Cole Peacock, Board
President, Whiskey Creek Civic Association
Whiskey Creek Civic Association Membership
SALLY GINS
The purpose of the Civic Association is to plan for the preservation of the neighborhood and to promote and enhance the general welfare, safety and civic spirit of the community!
As of October 31, 28% of homes have joined as members of the Whiskey Creek Civic Association for the year 2024. Thank you to our newest members!
Eric Pettus and Gretchen Allen
Kenneth and Carol Armstrong
Roger Azevedo
Lee and Julie Berchtold
Peter and Holly Boldrin
John Bushnell
Bruce Calabrese
Chase and Ashleigh Cavayero
Jennifer Nawrocki and Matt Cecil
Dennis and Beth Chattin
Shannon Coyle
Judith A. Cromer
Pat Dane
Word Scramble
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Dean and Roberta Forrest
Jim and Susan Garrison
William Gilmour
Lloyd and Lucy Gladding
Brook Medina and Brian Huff
Dave and Diane Jenkins
Dave and Melissa Johnson
Will and Colleen Leaf
Brian and Kellie McGonagle
Kelly and Kevin McMahon
Katherine Moran
Elizabeth O’Brien and Pamela Pfalzer
Andrea and Larry Pokrywa
Mary Bailey and Lendall Pratt
Thomas Quinn
Joyce Riggleman
Joy and Sara Rockwell
Michael and Jenny Schultz
Walter G. Sorokoty, Jr.
Michal and Petra Svoboda
Shane Vaughan
Bill Walters and Elaine Veasy
Lynn Weddle
Kathy Worrell
Devon and Marisa Lynn Zucchelli
*Visit www.WhiskeyCreekNews.net to become a member today. If you have questions regarding your membership status, please email wccaacct@ gmail.com.
Crossword Puzzle
1. Chronic nag
Hardly believable
A dark bluish-red color
Moor
Not under
Religious ceremony
Liquid bodily waste 18. Detective ____ Wolfe 19. Leave out 20. Neutral 22. Game piece
23. Disagreeable person 24. Is melodramatic
26. Capable 30. Consumed 31. Downturn
32. Metal used in steel 33. Feces
35. Skirmish 39. Chuckled
41. In the best of all worlds 43. Brown shade 44. Lack of difficulty
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Zero 49. East southeast
Fashion 51. Lacking companions
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Double-reed woodwind 57. Classical music compositions 63. Dam
Infinitesimal amount 65. Actor Clark _____ 66. Being
Coagulate 68. Food grain 69. Marsh plant 70. Arid 71. Affirmatives
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1. Blackball
2. Protagonist
3. Precipitation
4. Europe’s highest volcano
5. Young seal
6. Line on a world map
7. Retaliator
8. Nothing more than 9. Worn away
10. Cytoplasm
11. Boundary
12. Useful
13. Distributes
21. Angered
25. Rodents
26. Afflicts
27. Scottish hillside
28. French for “wolf”
29. Designed
34. Squander
36. Countertenor
37. Sleigh
38. Hoopla
40. Salute
42. Ocean trenches
45. Faucet attachment
48. Words to a song
51. Not upper
52. Overweight
53. Sound of any kind
55. Damp
58. Puncture
59. Act presumptuously
60. Nile bird
61. Apart from this
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Real Estate Round-Up
BOB
OXNARD, REALTOR ®
WHY DO BUYERS HAVE THE UPPER HAND IN REAL ESTATE?
As with most markets, the real estate market is affected by the law of SUPPLY AND DEMAND. Because the supply is higher than usual, and demand is lower than usual, buyers in today’s real estate market currently have the advantage. This is a change in our Southwest Florida market because sellers have had the edge for most of the past decade. The result is slow sales as buyers can afford to take their time to buy and negotiate for the best deal.
How slow is the market?
Whiskey Creek has 1,577 total homes. 887 are single-family homes, 495 are duplex villas, and 105 are condominiums.
As of late October, we had 26 units ACTIVE on the market, four were PENDING sale, and 12 homes were SOLD in the past four months. This is a rate of three per month. At this rate, on average, it would take eight months to sell all the homes on the market. Six months ago, sales were occurring twice as
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fast at seven units per month. But there is a difference depending on the type of home you have.
Single-family homes (median list price $602,000) are moving slower than last year but are still selling well with a fourmonth supply on the market. Sales of Whiskey Creek and Wyldewood Lakes duplex villas were selling at a slower pace. Of the 495 units, 13 were active on the market with a median list
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price of $320,000, and they were selling at a rate of 1.25 per month; a 10-month supply. The 195 condos at the southern end of Whiskey Creek were selling slowest of all with seven active (median price $210,000) and only one sale in the past four months.
Homeowners who want to sell their home in this type of market must find ways to stand out from the crowd. The best thing a seller can do is to have their home in “move-in” condition and have it priced attractively. We are coming into the time of year when snowbirds return for the winter, and buyers are more active. Whiskey Creek home sales are not affected by seasonality as much as some other areas in Southwest Florida because most of our residents are full-timers. Even so, there are more nonlocal buyers and sales occur at a much faster pace in our “selling season,” especially between New Year’s and Easter. Now is the time for sellers to get positioned for the increase in sales activity and the corresponding increase in seller competition as more homes will also come on the market for the season.
December marks the end of hurricane season. Thank goodness! Whiskey Creek was spared the worst of the recent hurricanes, but some of our neighbors on the beaches and islands took another big hit. Two bad storms in two years have some people rethinking about owning a home here. Home mortgages rates, hovering near 7 percent, have not decreased as quickly as other interest rates. High insurance premiums are yet another deterrent for buyers. Lastly,
markets don’t like uncertainty, and the presidential election kept everybody guessing down to the wire.
Thank goodness the election is over. The president will have a challenge uniting our country after such a divisive election. The world needs a strong America. The USA is still the greatest country in the world and Whiskey Creek is still the best place to live. Let us count our blessings, roll up our sleeves, and rally behind our new president to chart a course for an even better future.
If you have any questions or comments about this article or other real estate issues, please contact Bob Oxnard at whiskeycreeknews@yahoo.com.
Sound Advice: Nutrition In Age-Related Hearing Loss
MARY LOU WILLIAMS, M. ED.
Hearing loss is one of the four most prevalent chronic health conditions experienced by people aged 65 and older. The other three are heart disease, hypertension and arthritis.
Age-related hearing loss is the most prevalent of auditory disorders. It occurs in approximately 24 percent of people between the ages of 65 and 74 and in 40 percent of people aged 75 and older. However, a 2002 study done in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, suggested that hearing loss in older Americans is considerably more common than previously thought. About 90 percent of the Beaver Dam population 80 and older has trouble hearing.
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The math professor went crazy with the blackboard. He did a number on it!
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Our whiteboards are remarkable!
VITAMIN B12, FOLATE AND HEARING LOSS
Despite the high prevalence of hearing impairment, the biological basis of age-related hearing loss is unknown. However, a theory was proposed in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in 1999 in an article entitled “Age-Related Hearing Loss, Vitamin B12 and Folate in Elderly Women.”
The object of the study was to determine if agerelated hearing loss might be the result of vitamin B12 and folate deficiencies. The subjects of the study were 55 healthy women aged 60 to 71 years. They were divided into two groups: those with normal hearing and those with impaired hearing. The results of the study: Women with impaired hearing had significantly lower serum B12 and folate levels than women with normal hearing.
Women with impaired hearing consumed significantly less vitamin B12 and folate than women with normal hearing. And serum pepsinate I
concentrations (an indicator of stomach acidity) were significantly lower in women with hearing impairment than in women with normal hearing. Low stomach acidity prevents B12 absorption.
A SECOND CORROBORATING STUDY
Another more recent study corroborated the findings of the above study. This study, which was published in the January 2, 2007 issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine followed 728 men and women between the ages of 50 and 70 years of age. They were randomly assigned either a folic acid supplement of 800 micrograms per day or a placebo for three years. The lead author, Jane Durga, and her colleagues reported that the folic acid-supplemented group exhibited lower agerelated hearing loss in the low frequency region. No significant difference in the higher frequency region was observed. This study addressed only the effects of folic acid supplementation on hearing in older adults. It did not study the effects of B12.
CAUSES OF VITAMIN B12 AND FOLATE DEFICIENCIES
Two of the most common vitamin inadequacies in the elderly are vitamin B12 and folate. The reasons for this are twofold: low intake of these nutrients because of poor diet and/or malabsorption of vitamin B12 because of low stomach acid. Before the body can utilize vitamin B12, it must be absorbed from the small intestine into the bloodstream.
Before it can be absorbed it must first be detached from the food to which it is bound while it is in the stomach – a process that requires stomach acid. But many older people do not have adequate stomach acid, either as a result of the aging process itself or because of taking antacids or other drugs that decrease acid production. If stomach acid does not remove vitamin B12 from food, then the vitamin cannot be absorbed into the body from the
small intestine. What results is a vitamin B12 deficiency. A vitamin B12 deficiency prevents the full utilization of folate in the body.
Next month’s article will discuss how vitamin B12 and folate deficiencies cause hearing loss and how to prevent and correct deficiencies of these vitamins.
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Whiskey Creek Country Club News
WHISKEY CREEK COUNTRY CLUB IS CELEBRATING ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY THIS YEAR!
Recently a large 50th Anniversary party was held to celebrate the club and the people who have helped make Whiskey Creek Country Club (WCCC) the special gathering place that it is today. Over 90 people attended the event.
The Trey Sones Golf Academy is in attendance at WCCC. Do you have some junior golfers that would like to learn to play golf? Sign up online, by email or text. Include your full name, age, telephone number and email. www. Treysonesgolfinstruction.wordpress.com.
Stop in Whiskey Creek Country Club and say “Hi” to our new clubhouse manager, Joe! Be sure to stay and enjoy
a delicious lunch prepared by Chef JTee. Enjoy a day with friends / neighbors … play a round of golf and then finish with a cold, refreshing drink at the bar!
Many days there are lunch specials to choose from. The only day that the kitchen is closed is on Monday, but the bar menu is available.
AT OUR WCCC 50TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY, DONALD LONGER, 106 YRS. OLD WAS OUR SPECIAL HONOREE AS OUR LONGEST AND OLDEST MEMBER.
Dinner is served on Tuesday and Friday, 5 to 8 p.m. There is a planned entrée for Tuesday night dinner … call for details. The bar is open daily until the club is closed where you can meet with friends, family and neighbors for that refreshing beverage!
Why not stop by the WC Pro Shop and purchase items to give for Christmas? There are 50th Anniversary golf shirts and hats available until they are sold out. There are also many new items in the Pro Shop. Just in case you don’t see an item that you want to purchase, there are gift certificates available.
Pick up a brochure at the counter and see the many golf and social memberships that WC has to offer.
There are many card games and Mah Jongg games being played year-round.
Contact the club for more details at (239) 481-3021.
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Holiday Golf Holiday Golf Cart Parade Cart Parade
Hosted by the Whiskey Creek Civic Association
Cook’s Corner
LAZY DAY BEEF STROGANOFF
INGREDIENTS
1 ½ pounds sirloin or round steak
1 onion, sliced
1 ½ tablespoons canola oil
1 cup sliced mushrooms and liquid in a jar
1 can cream of mushroom soup
½ cup apple juice
Garlic to taste (fresh or powder)
1 container (8 ounces) light sour cream
Cooked noodles (optional)
DIRECTIONS
Slice beef into thin strips. Slice onion. Brown beef and onion in oil. Add mushrooms and mushroom liquid, soup, apple juice and garlic. Cook over low heat for approximately 30 minutes or until meat is tender. Stir occasionally. Add sour cream and serve over cooked noodles.
AMISH SUGAR COOKIES
INGREDIENTS
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup margarine
1 cup sugar
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs
4 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Cream together oil, margarine, sugar and powdered sugar. Add vanilla extract and eggs. Stir flour, salt, cream of tartar, and baking soda. Stir into creamed mixture. Roll a teaspoon of dough into a ball and then roll into some granulated sugar. Press on a lightly greased cookie sheet with a fork (dip fork in milk). Bake about 12 minutes. Yield: 8 dozen
Continental Women’s Club
LIZ PAUL
The Continental Women’s Club will hold its monthly luncheon meeting on Thursday, December 12 at 11:30 a.m. Our December program will feature Holiday Tunes from TAG –The A Cappella Group – the award-winning vocal group from Cypress Lake High School, Center for the Arts. The reservation deadline for December 12 is Tuesday, December 3.
Our monthly luncheon meeting on Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. will feature a presentation from Gigi’s Playhouse, an organization that provides programming and support for individuals with Down Syndrome and their families. The reservation deadline for January 2 is Tuesday, December 24.
Continental Women’s Club is a social, cultural, and philanthropic organization established in 1975, and membership is open to women living in Lee County. We have many special events and interest groups within our club that you can participate in for social and educational purposes throughout the month and the year. In addition, we contribute to many local charities and award two scholarships each year to senior high school girls who plan on furthering their education.
Meetings are being held at The Hideaway Country Club, 5670 Trailwinds Drive, Fort Myers 33907. The cost to attend the luncheon is $26. Please call Liz Paul at (239) 691-7561 for meal selection and to make a reservation.
Whiskey Creek Ladies’ Club
LENA PRYOR
The November meeting of the Whiskey Creek Ladies’ Club (WCLC) was held at the Whiskey Creek Country Club. The tables were decorated by Cathy Trent in a Thanksgiving theme. 32 members and four guests were greeted by Lona Leugers. Vice President Peg Mocharaki opened the meeting with a flag salute and a welcome. Ellie Neal read the inspirational message, “Happiness.”
In February, a Nominating Committee will be formed to prepare a slate of officers to present at the March meeting and then hold elections in April. Anyone interested in serving on this committee should contact the president.
She reminded everyone that name badges must be worn at meetings to avoid a $1 fine. She also announced that the cost of lunch is $24. Members are asked to pay by check or exact
VICE PRESIDENT PEG MOCHARSKI, WCLC
cash. The club is not having the regular Christmas Ornament Exchange this December.
Pam Lucas reported that the book club’s next selection was Before You Found Me by Brooke Beyfuss on Nov. 21. The WCLC Book Club meets the third Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m. There is a book discussion and lunch. New members are encouraged to attend.
pregnant women and single mothers achieve their potential.
Next month’s meeting is Dec. 5. The program is The Tanglewood Children’s Choir. Lunch is glazed ham and cheesecake with raspberry sauce or Chef salad and dessert. The vice president announced that responses to next month’s attendance are due Wednesday, one week prior to the meeting. We encourage you to make your meal selection for the following month when you sign in at the meeting. If you need to cancel, please notify Linda Jones or the club at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Otherwise, you will be responsible for the cost of your meal.
Two Wi-fi engineers got married, the reception was fantastic!
The club welcomed representatives from Thrive, a lifeline family center. They explained that the organization is dedicated to assisting
The Whiskey Creek Ladies’ Club is a social and service organization. Membership is open to all women in Lee County. We meet on the first Thursday of each month at the Whiskey Creek Country Club at 11:30 a.m. Meetings are from October to May. An interesting and informative program is presented each month. New members and guests are always welcome. For information contact Linda Jones at wcladiesclub@aol.com or call (678) 744-5461.
Poetry Corner
CREATURES AND CRITTERS AND BUGS.… OH MY!
When I moved to this state I was not well-informed Of the massive extent Of the non-human form.
My initial encounter
Had a lovely bug name A Palmetto bug Which changed my whole game.
I screamed like a banshee It was the size of a tree I was told not to shriek At every bug I would see.
The “skeeters” were next They put up a good fight They were much more annoying With their buzzing and bites.
And don’t get me started On the ants of all kinds
The tiny, the huge Played games with my mind.
And, of course, all the snakes They do seem to thrive I just can’t bear to watch them Slither across my drive.
And now we have new friends
The gators, the bears Check under your cars
And your pools--be aware.
I’m sure I’ve forgotten
A dozen or two
But I’m feeling too queasy To explore the whole zoo.
So keep your eyes peeled And listen for sounds
Check the grass and the bushes That’s where they’ll be found.
I have to stop now
Need to shop for the best Raid, Combat, and Terro To exterminate my “guests”.
Judith Foley
Consumer Alert
EUNICE KIM, CONSUMER EDUCATION SPECIALIST
HOW TO AVOID TSA PRECHECK SCAMS
No one likes waiting in airport security lines. To speed things up, some people opt to get TSA PreCheck. Scammers know this and send emails that look like they’re from TSA PreCheck — but they’re not. The emails want you to click a link that takes you to a scam website that only looks like the official site — but it’s not. If you pay to “enroll” or “renew” your TSA PreCheck, you may not even realize you’ve paid a scammer until you get to the airport for your next trip. But there are ways to spot these scams.
If you’re applying for TSA PreCheck for the first time, you don’t pay the application fee online. To get PreCheck, you complete the application and pay in person at a TSA enrollment center. Again: You don’t pay online. Only a scammer will ask you to pay online to enroll.
If you already have TSA PreCheck, you can renew and pay in person or take care of both online. The real TSA even sends renewal reminder emails out. But to avoid a scam, start your renewal at tsa. gov/precheck instead of clicking a link. A scammer’s link will take you to a scam site that looks real, but if you pay and give your information, the scammer will steal it.
To avoid scammers impersonating TSA PreCheck:
• Don’t click links in unexpected emails or text messages, no matter how real they look.
• Don’t be rushed. If someone insists that you need to pay right away, chances are that’s a scammer.
• Start at tsa.gov/precheck. Typing in that URL yourself is the best way to avoid the scam. And remember that all TSA PreCheck sites are .gov sites, not a .com.
Tell the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov if you think you spotted this scam. And learn how to recognize phishing scams to keep scammers from stealing your money or identity.
Lakes Regional Library
15290 BASS ROAD
FORT MYERS, FL 33919
TELEPHONE: (239) 533-4000
CHILDREN
Baby Rhyme Time, Monday, 10 to 10:30 a.m., Dec. 18
Toddler Tales, Monday, 11 to 11:30 a.m., Dec. 18
Family Storytime, Wednesday, 10 to 10:30 a.m., Dec. 20
Preschool Storytime, Wednesday, 11 to 11:30 a.m., Dec. 20
Kids Read Down Fines, Saturday, 2 p.m., Dec. 21
All-Abilities Kids Storytime, Monday, 10 to 10:30 a.m., Dec. 23
TEENS
Teen Yoga, Saturday, 2 to 4 p.m., Dec. 7
Teen Bath Bombs, Monday, 2 to 4 p.m., Dec. 23
ADULTS
English Café, Monday, 6 p.m., Dec. 2, 9, 16
Vermont’s East Street Holiday Program, Monday, 2 to 3 p.m., Dec. 23
Empowered Caregiver Series: Supporting Independence, Tuesday, 2 to 3 p.m., Dec. 10
Florida Friends Landscaping For Low Lying Areas And Barrier Islands, Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Dec. 4
Book Discussion: The Matzah Ball by Jean Meltzer, Thursday, 2 to 3 p.m., Dec. 5
CALL THE LIBRARY FOR ADULT, TEEN AND CHILDREN ONLINE EVENTS.
2023 BOARD
OF
DIRECTORS
President: Cole Peacock
RESOURCE HUB
WHISKEY CREEK CIVIC ASSOCIATION
WHISKEY CREEK NEWS
462-5805 colepeacock@comcast.net
Vice President: Wyler Gins 313-1056
Secretary: Kyle DeCicco 810-3729
Treasurer: Melissa Metzger 851-1561 msmetzger1119@gmail.com
Treasurer: Justin Gyarmathy
Events Chair: Melisa Metzgar
Seth Hart seth@boat-trailers.com
Jessica Nolan 462-6885 weathersnolan@gmail.com
Paul Copeland 464-8726 pcopeland@mcgriff.com
Mike McQuagge
Amy Kizmiller Pappas
Justin Gyarmathy
COMMITTEES
Deed Restrictions Chair: Seth Hartt seth@boat-trailers.com
Membership: Sally Gins wccaacct@gmail.com
Yard Committee Chair: Mark Franzer mfranzer@yahoo.com
Editor: Jan Kotcamp 482-7679 whiskeycreeknews@yahoo.com
Articles for The Whiskey Creek News must be submitted to the editor by the fourth of the month.
WHISKEY CREEK SECURITY
The Lee County Sheriff’s Department 477-1000
WHISKEY CREEK MSTBU ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS
Robert E. Beville, Chairman Irrigation 454-1413
Peter J. Boldrin, Secretary Walls 275-0491
Roland T. Kotcamp, Lighting 482-7679
Fitzroy A. Alexander, Landscaping 433-1836
Michael J. Kuehn, Sheriff Detail 454-6246
Josh Malo, MSTBU Coordinator 533-2308
LOCAL ACTION NUMBERS
Emergency 911 Sheriff 477-1000
Action Coordinator 533-9400
Animal Services 432-2083
Chamber of Commerce SW FL 278-1231
Child Abuse 1-800-962-2873
Code Enforcement 533-8895
Dead Animal Removal 949-6246
Div. of Motor Vehicles 533-6000
Elder Helpline 211
Emergency Management 477-3600
Health Dept. 332-9556
Fraud Line 477-1242
479-4636
Field 936-1443
and Recreation 533-7275 Poison Info Center 1-800-222-1222
Cross 278-3401
Transport 590-4000 Social Security Administration 1-800-772-1213 Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255
of Elections 533-8683 Road & Canal Maintenance 694-3334 Tax Collector 533-6000 Utilities (Water & Sewer) 533-8181
Waste Management 334-1224
Lee County D. O. T. 533-8580 Lee County Transit 533-8726
