Gov. DeSantis to hold news conference in GainsvilleHotter and drier Wednesday with a few inland storms this afternoon
Gainsville Gov. DeSantis to hold news conference in Gainsville Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Gainsville.
The Weather Authority Hotter and drier Wednesday with a few inland storms this afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a mild and drier Wednesday morning with rain expected inland this afternoon.
Cape Coral City Council to discuss repairs for yacht club pier The Cape Coral City Council will discuss and possibly decide upon three options to repair the damaged yacht club pier.
LEHIGH ACRES Kitchen fire causes substantial damage to a home in Lehigh Acres The Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue responded to a kitchen fire at a Sunset Boulevard home on Tuesday night.
FORT MYERS Lee County making changes to fix bus issues In the past, the Lee County School District struggled to find enough bus drivers.
NAPLES Naples man gets original Bob Ross paintings appraised Bob Ross took this blank canvas in a small studio in Muncie, Indiana, and transformed it into a beautiful masterpiece.
Lee Schools board considers full-day phone bans The biggest talking point in a Lee County School District safety presentation wasn’t about violence or drugs, it was about phones
PORT CHARLOTTE Fallen officer ceremony in Charlotte County commemorates those who lost lives in line of duty The emotional ceremony was held at the William R. Gains Veterans Memorial Park in Port Charlotte.
SAN CARLOS PARK Lee County couple suspected of drugging and sexually abusing child Neighbors say a home in San Carlos Park was just another house before Tuesday.
PINE ISLAND FDOT asking you if bike and pedestrian lanes should be added to busy road The Florida Department of Transportation is asking you if bike and pedestrian lanes should be added to the busy road.
Food drive for mental health awareness While someone may look healthy, they may be fighting a real inner battle.
FORT MYERS Overbilled for overflow of water; Residents stuck with hefty water bill The Moore’s make ends meet living at The Cove for almost a year.
ESTERO Scoreless Eagle up for award at NIL Summit FGCU’s Brandon Dwyer is one of the big time performers in NIL despite having never scored a single point in his entire Eagle career.
What happens after a nuisance alligator is captured? For alligators, the month of May means we are in the heart of mating season in the Sunshine State.
Exclusive: Interview with woman who shares hope of recovery on National Fentanyl Awareness Day Lee County Sheriff’s Office said that in 2020 they seized nearly two thousand grams of fentanyl. In 2023, that number jumped to over 8,000.
Gainsville Gov. DeSantis to hold news conference in Gainsville Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Gainsville.
The Weather Authority Hotter and drier Wednesday with a few inland storms this afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a mild and drier Wednesday morning with rain expected inland this afternoon.
Cape Coral City Council to discuss repairs for yacht club pier The Cape Coral City Council will discuss and possibly decide upon three options to repair the damaged yacht club pier.
LEHIGH ACRES Kitchen fire causes substantial damage to a home in Lehigh Acres The Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue responded to a kitchen fire at a Sunset Boulevard home on Tuesday night.
FORT MYERS Lee County making changes to fix bus issues In the past, the Lee County School District struggled to find enough bus drivers.
NAPLES Naples man gets original Bob Ross paintings appraised Bob Ross took this blank canvas in a small studio in Muncie, Indiana, and transformed it into a beautiful masterpiece.
Lee Schools board considers full-day phone bans The biggest talking point in a Lee County School District safety presentation wasn’t about violence or drugs, it was about phones
PORT CHARLOTTE Fallen officer ceremony in Charlotte County commemorates those who lost lives in line of duty The emotional ceremony was held at the William R. Gains Veterans Memorial Park in Port Charlotte.
SAN CARLOS PARK Lee County couple suspected of drugging and sexually abusing child Neighbors say a home in San Carlos Park was just another house before Tuesday.
PINE ISLAND FDOT asking you if bike and pedestrian lanes should be added to busy road The Florida Department of Transportation is asking you if bike and pedestrian lanes should be added to the busy road.
Food drive for mental health awareness While someone may look healthy, they may be fighting a real inner battle.
FORT MYERS Overbilled for overflow of water; Residents stuck with hefty water bill The Moore’s make ends meet living at The Cove for almost a year.
ESTERO Scoreless Eagle up for award at NIL Summit FGCU’s Brandon Dwyer is one of the big time performers in NIL despite having never scored a single point in his entire Eagle career.
What happens after a nuisance alligator is captured? For alligators, the month of May means we are in the heart of mating season in the Sunshine State.
Exclusive: Interview with woman who shares hope of recovery on National Fentanyl Awareness Day Lee County Sheriff’s Office said that in 2020 they seized nearly two thousand grams of fentanyl. In 2023, that number jumped to over 8,000.
COLLIER COUNTY, Fla.- It was an emotional morning for a Southwest Florida soldier. Staff Sargent Edward Hughes was given a Christmas gift that wasn’t on his list. It came by a surprise visit from local law enforcement and fire fighters. “It just touches my heart that there are people out there who are willing to be that brave to take care of us,” said Big Corkscrew Island firefighter John Hart. It was a Christmas gift that can’t be bought in a store. One, that you can’t put a price tag on. “It’s all kind of a haze, I am just in complete shock,” said Staff Sargent Edward Hughes. “The fact that these great gentlemen took time away from their work or families to be here for me and my family is amazing.” Big Corkscrew Island Firefighters, the North Naples Honor Guard and law enforcement in Collier County along with service members saluted an American flag that would be presented to the soldier. “I looked at the soldier and I saw his lip quiver a little bit, I’m emotional, and it touched me,” Hart told WINK News. But, this flag has a story. “It’s going to be a keepsake forever,” said Staff Sargent Hughes. It was raised and flown at the war memorial at Freedom Park in Naples in honor of Staff Sargent Hughes. “That flag is what we stand for everyday,” said Hughes. The heartfelt moment came when Staff Sargent Hughes’ daughter gave him a salute. “Just utter pride that I mean so much to her.” It was another Christmas surprise, he wasn’t expecting to get, one that brought him to tears. “I saw her in uniform over by the trucks, just sheer shock and surprise that she was part of this and was able to get one over on me.” This wounded warrior was injured in an IED blast in Iraq in 2006. He was left unconscious for 14 hours. “They are mostly injuries you don’t see.” He was awarded the Purple Heart for his service time on the battle field. “It was very special to meet somebody who was there on the front lines protecting us.” This year, it’s obvious Santa delivered in a big way. The surprise is proof the best gifts don’t need to wrapped up and placed under a tree and it shows a little love goes a long way. “I’m in shock, just in awe.” Staff Sargent Hughes served 18 years in the military. Last Christmas, Big Corkscrew Island firefighters surprised Specialist Cody Chasteen just weeks after he got back from deployment, he was also there for Thursday’s surprise.