‘Shady’: One woman feels misled after federal student loan consolidationHomeless encampments inch closer to neighborhoods
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘Shady’: One woman feels misled after federal student loan consolidation It takes some people decades to pay off their student loans. One woman’s last payment was in sight until she took a gamble she said she was told to take.
FORT MYERS Homeless encampments inch closer to neighborhoods Law enforcement has swept multiple encampments, cleaning the trails of mess and muck left behind, and some of these encampments are right in our backyards.
BIG CYPRESS PRESERVE What changes if Big Cypress National Preserve becomes a Wilderness Area? America’s first nationally designated preserve is in Southwest Florida’s backyard, and it is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
Method to treat IBD being used for other health issues Trying to get treatments for the brain when fighting neurological diseases like epilepsy and ALS is a challenge.
FORT MYERS NTSB report reveals new details in helicopter crash after Hurricane Ian The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released its final report on a helicopter crash that occurred in Iona, Florida, shortly after Hurricane Ian.
NAPLES Memorial celebrates the life of John Passidomo Hundreds of friends and family gathered for a memorial at Baker Park in Naples.
‘Latinos in Action’ empowers all students to succeed WINK News talked with teachers who are a part of the program, helping kids reach their full potential.
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.
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘Shady’: One woman feels misled after federal student loan consolidation It takes some people decades to pay off their student loans. One woman’s last payment was in sight until she took a gamble she said she was told to take.
FORT MYERS Homeless encampments inch closer to neighborhoods Law enforcement has swept multiple encampments, cleaning the trails of mess and muck left behind, and some of these encampments are right in our backyards.
BIG CYPRESS PRESERVE What changes if Big Cypress National Preserve becomes a Wilderness Area? America’s first nationally designated preserve is in Southwest Florida’s backyard, and it is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
Method to treat IBD being used for other health issues Trying to get treatments for the brain when fighting neurological diseases like epilepsy and ALS is a challenge.
FORT MYERS NTSB report reveals new details in helicopter crash after Hurricane Ian The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released its final report on a helicopter crash that occurred in Iona, Florida, shortly after Hurricane Ian.
NAPLES Memorial celebrates the life of John Passidomo Hundreds of friends and family gathered for a memorial at Baker Park in Naples.
‘Latinos in Action’ empowers all students to succeed WINK News talked with teachers who are a part of the program, helping kids reach their full potential.
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.
FMPD officer resigns after bar brawl FORT MYERS, Fla.–A Fort Myers police officer, once accused of excessive force, has resigned after being involved in a fight over the weekend. Trevor Lehman was in a bar brawl with another man Saturday night at the Dixie Roadhouse in Cape Coral, Fort Myers police said. Lehman was fired in 2013 for using excessive force during […]
Opening round at the Nolan Henke-Patty Berg Junior Masters 23rd Annual Henke-Berg Junior Masters at River Hall Country Club in Alva 1st Round Scores 13 – 18 Girls Last Name First Name Hometown State Shin Brittany Cape Coral FL 69 Johnson Kendall Plant City FL 70 Kuenzle Anna-Marie Naples FL 73 Shrader Sydney Naples FL 74 Casty Anouk Bassersdorf Switzerland 77 Iten Jill Einsiedeln […]
Subpoenas repeatedly sent to wrong person LEE COUNTY, Fla. – A Cape Coral woman contacted Call for Action after she kept receiving subpoenas on her doorstep that were not for her. The woman asked she remain anonymous because the subpoenas left at her involved criminal cases, so we are calling her Tiffany for the purpose of this story. Tiffany said she […]
FL teachers could get $10K bonus based on SAT, ACT scores LEE COUNTY, Fla.- It’s your money and some Lee County teachers will pocket an extra $10,000 this year. But first, they have to apply for the bonus, by providing their own ACT or SAT scores. The state announced last month, it will give teachers up to $10,000 bonuses as part of the new budget, and not everyone is happy […]
Military uniforms stolen from local Army veteran CAPE CORAL, Fla.- It’s been an emotional week for a local Army veteran. Someone stole two of her military uniforms from her car. She is asking WINK News to help her get her uniforms back because they mean so much to her. “I really didn’t think someone would take anything like that. I thought they would have […]
Deal of the Day: National lasagna and cheesecake day FORT MYERS, Fla. – In celebration of National Lasagna and National Cheesecake day, some restaurants are offering discounts. Buca di Beppo is offering coupons good from now until July 31 for half-off your lasagna. You must bring the coupon in for the discount. Carrabba’s Italian Grill is celebrating by offering a 20 percent off coupon […]
A decade later, homes damaged by Hurricane Charley to be rebuilt PUNTA GORDA, Fla. – Nearly 11 years after Hurricane Charley destroyed homes in Charlotte County, some of those residences are being rebuilt. Construction crews are currently rebuilding The Verandas of Punta Gorda, located off Airport Road. “I hope I can get in there because this building is about 40 years old and it needs work […]
Hotel perks without the overnight stay If you have ever had a long layover, you know how nice it would be to just take a break at a local hotel between flights. Even in your own hometown, how relaxing would it be to enjoy some of the amazing resorts without having to stay the night? It is becoming easier to do […]
Whirlpool recalls 40,000 Jenn-Air ovens due to burn risk NEW YORK (AP) – Whirlpool is recalling more than 40,000 of its Jenn-Air brand ovens after customers reported burns due to faulty oven racks. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says the extendable rack inside the oven can fall out. Whirlpool received eight incident reports from customers, including one who reported second degree burns to […]