Teachers union reaches contract agreement with Lee County School DistrictCape Coral has met the FEMA guidelines
Teachers union reaches contract agreement with Lee County School District The Lee County Teachers Union said it has reached an agreement with the district regarding teacher contracts for the next school year.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral has met the FEMA guidelines Cape Coral is now meeting all of the female guidelines related to the flood insurance discount.
BABCOCK RANCH Family and friends remember teen killed in SR-31 crash Many of Hughes’ coworkers decided to skip their shifts Wednesday night and attend his funeral.
FORT MYERS Officers searching for alleged Racetrac arsonist The Fort Myers Police Department has confirmed an early morning fire at a gas station was arson.
CAPE CORAL What we know about man accused of flushing ex-girlfriend’s fish down the toilet Bret Dahl is accused of breaking into his ex-girlfriend’s house, assaulting her, breaking things and flushing her fish named Bean down the toilet.
FORT MYERS Pushing for changes at Lee County Domestic Animal Services The Lee County Domestic Animal Services is responding to a letter listing concerns and allegations at the shelter.
Miracle Moment: Kinsley Vitiello Three-year-old Kinsley Vitiello loves to play dolls and dance her heart out with her big sister Aubrey.
CAPE CORAL Low canals and dried-up wells: Why does Cape Coral keep building? In a city with more canals than Venice, Waterfront living isn’t hard to find.
BONITA SPRINGS Students turn old treasure into gems for Mother’s Day An array of fine gems and jewels all for a mother’s heart. With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, one Bonita Springs marketing company is helping students think outside the box.
FORT MYERS BEACH Woman sees potentially suspicious charge on her account after parking at Fort Myers Beach Jennifer parked in the parking lot across from Lynn Hall Memorial Park, paid with a QR code and went to visit friends for lunch.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers DL balancing spring practice and shot put regionals North Fort Myers defensive lineman James Johnson is balancing spring football practice and going for a regional title in the shot put.
IMMOKALEE Training day for Folds of Honor donors and special guests On Wednesday, high-ranking veterans of the navy seals and other special operations conducted six different training scenarios.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Non-profit makes teddy bears for families of fallen officers Having a loved one in law enforcement means there is always a fear that they may not come home.
CAPE CORAL People fighting to lower the cost of playing pickleball in Cape Coral The price of playing on these courts is putting people in a pickle. The Lake Kennedy Racquet Center has yet to open, but there are a lot of concerns.
NORTH FORT MYERS Parents say their children are still waiting for winnings after Lee County takes over SWFL AG Expo Children in the 4-H program who raise animals say they’re still waiting to receive the money they won in early March.
Teachers union reaches contract agreement with Lee County School District The Lee County Teachers Union said it has reached an agreement with the district regarding teacher contracts for the next school year.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral has met the FEMA guidelines Cape Coral is now meeting all of the female guidelines related to the flood insurance discount.
BABCOCK RANCH Family and friends remember teen killed in SR-31 crash Many of Hughes’ coworkers decided to skip their shifts Wednesday night and attend his funeral.
FORT MYERS Officers searching for alleged Racetrac arsonist The Fort Myers Police Department has confirmed an early morning fire at a gas station was arson.
CAPE CORAL What we know about man accused of flushing ex-girlfriend’s fish down the toilet Bret Dahl is accused of breaking into his ex-girlfriend’s house, assaulting her, breaking things and flushing her fish named Bean down the toilet.
FORT MYERS Pushing for changes at Lee County Domestic Animal Services The Lee County Domestic Animal Services is responding to a letter listing concerns and allegations at the shelter.
Miracle Moment: Kinsley Vitiello Three-year-old Kinsley Vitiello loves to play dolls and dance her heart out with her big sister Aubrey.
CAPE CORAL Low canals and dried-up wells: Why does Cape Coral keep building? In a city with more canals than Venice, Waterfront living isn’t hard to find.
BONITA SPRINGS Students turn old treasure into gems for Mother’s Day An array of fine gems and jewels all for a mother’s heart. With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, one Bonita Springs marketing company is helping students think outside the box.
FORT MYERS BEACH Woman sees potentially suspicious charge on her account after parking at Fort Myers Beach Jennifer parked in the parking lot across from Lynn Hall Memorial Park, paid with a QR code and went to visit friends for lunch.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers DL balancing spring practice and shot put regionals North Fort Myers defensive lineman James Johnson is balancing spring football practice and going for a regional title in the shot put.
IMMOKALEE Training day for Folds of Honor donors and special guests On Wednesday, high-ranking veterans of the navy seals and other special operations conducted six different training scenarios.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Non-profit makes teddy bears for families of fallen officers Having a loved one in law enforcement means there is always a fear that they may not come home.
CAPE CORAL People fighting to lower the cost of playing pickleball in Cape Coral The price of playing on these courts is putting people in a pickle. The Lake Kennedy Racquet Center has yet to open, but there are a lot of concerns.
NORTH FORT MYERS Parents say their children are still waiting for winnings after Lee County takes over SWFL AG Expo Children in the 4-H program who raise animals say they’re still waiting to receive the money they won in early March.
High School hoops: SWFL vs. Florida Challenge Highlights from today’s Southwest Florida vs. Florida Challenge at Fort Myers High School. SCORES: Girls Miami Country Day, 90, Fort Myers 59 Boys Lehigh 76, Dunedin 63 Tarpon Springs 86, Fort Myers 67 Park Vista 63, Dunbar 37
Too many selfies a sign of psychopathy? FORT MYERS, Fla.- Most people take selfies with our smartphones, yet, some do it much more than others. Now, doctors and researchers say snapping too many selfies could be a sign of psychopathic behavior. The “selfie” is a picture taken of yourself that is uploaded to social media. “I am just not into them, I feel weird […]
Detectives on the hunt for repeat offender LEE COUNTY, Fla.- Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help tracking down a repeat offender who’s been dodging the long arm of the law for the last four months. Eddie Deleon currently faces felony drug charges out of Lee County, and has been able to avoid arrest from several area law enforcement […]
Driver escapes unharmed after crashing into canal COLLIER COUNTY, Fla.- East Naples Firefighters tell WINK News the driver of an SUV escaped without injuries after crashing into a canal on North Road. The crash happened around 8:30 p.m. Friday. The driver says he was following another vehicle when he ended up in the canal bed. The canal is dry right now, but firefighters […]
FGCU men and women begin conference title defense with doubleheader Florida Gulf Coast hosts a basketball doubleheader on Saturday. The women play Stetson at 4:00 p.m. and the men’s game is scheduled to tip-off at 7:00 p.m. It will be the biggest home game of the season for the women as the Hatters are the Eagles biggest threat. FGCU (13-2) will be trying to extend […]
Local hero’s home gets a much needed makeover BONITA SPRINGS, Fla.- A veteran’s home is getting a complete makeover! WINK News was there as the disabled Air force pilot’s home was transformed into his “dream house.” “I’m so appreciative.” A new chapter is beginning for 91-year-old Air force pilot Melvin McClain and his wife. “It looks good, I’m sure we will be a lot […]
Local company trains civilians to handle dangerous situations HENDRY COUNTY, Fla.- On the heels of the attacks in France, WINK News is digging deeper into how you can stay safe should you ever find yourself in a dangerous and frightening situation. A Southwest Florida company is offering training to civilians, so you can protect yourself against carjackings, active shooters and kidnapping. It’s estimated […]
Medical marijuana amendment could return in 2016 FORT MYERS, Fla.- Just when you thought you were safe from political ads, it seems like the fight over medical marijuana is making an encore. The contest to legalize the drug for medical uses fell short at the polls last November, but the battle is likely to play out again in 2016. Attorney John Morgan […]
Community can help create Fort Myers Police Diversity Training LEE COUNTY, Fla.- The Fort Myers Police Department is changing the way it trains officers, and you get to have a say in it. The department is taking unprecedented steps to get the community involved in diversity training. FMPD is working on a new diversity and sensitivity training program. What makes it unique, is that […]