School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha
School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements When we think of the bus stop, we typically think of it as a safe place for our children, but one mother says the Lee County School District told her they live too close to the school to get a bus route.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for December 11, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for Wednesday, December 11, 2024.
Second leading cause of chest pain The leading cause of cardiac chest pain is coronary artery disease, which affects over 18 million adults in the United States.
School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements When we think of the bus stop, we typically think of it as a safe place for our children, but one mother says the Lee County School District told her they live too close to the school to get a bus route.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for December 11, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for Wednesday, December 11, 2024.
Second leading cause of chest pain The leading cause of cardiac chest pain is coronary artery disease, which affects over 18 million adults in the United States.
LEE COUNTY, Fla.- Breast milk can make a huge difference in a baby’s life, but sometimes mothers have a hard time producing it on their own. WINK News found out Lee Memorial Health System has opened two new breast milk depots, but they need help getting the milk from mothers who can give. “If my milk needed to go for a sick baby, I would send it in a heartbeat.” An emotional moment for Toby Sealey, a new mom, who just nine days ago gave birth to this little guy Braden. He was born six weeks early. “It’s raw, it’s very real.” Sealey says feeding her baby breast milk creates an indescribable bond. “This is my mom, this is my provider, this is who is caring for me, I sense that every time we are together, every time he feeds from me,” said Sealey. “We know breast milk is the number one choice,” said Erin Randall. Lee Memorial Health System agrees and has opened two new breast milk depots that will benefit the little ones who need it most. “The milk that is donated will go for premature and ill babies that are in neonatal intensive care units across the state,” said Nancy Travis, director of women’s services at Cape Coral Hospital. The hospital is asking mothers in the community to consider donating their milk. “We are looking for moms who have given birth and are breastfeeding their own babies and have a surplus. We always want moms to take care of their own babies needs first,” said Travis. Right now, the closest depots are in Bradenton and Miami. Depots are places mothers can donate, then the milk is sent to a milk bank to be processed. “I was producing a lot of milk, so therefore I was able to donate to a friend who was struggling with her supply,” Randall told WINK News. “I pump at home or I bring my milk in here, so I pump here and I leave it here to make sure my baby has plenty of milk.” By being a milk depot, Lee Memorial Health System will get priority in getting milk if there is a shortage. The program is so new, there is no donated milk at this time. You can donate by visiting the Cape Coral Hospital or HealthPark Medical Center. To get started, mothers who are interested in donating can call 407-248-5050 to complete a telephone screening. Once it is determined that you are eligible to donate, a blood draw is required (the cost is covered by the milk bank); and you, your doctor and your baby’s pediatrician will need to sign medical release forms. Your milk can then be dropped off at either of Lee Memorial Health System’s Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA) milk banks: Cape Coral Hospital: 239-424-2217 Family Birth Suites, 636 Del Prado Blvd., Cape Coral Drop off times: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.- 8 p.m., and by appointment. HealthPark Medical Center: 239-343-6024 Lactation Services, 9981 S. HealthPark Drive, Ste. 450, Fort Myers Drop off times: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m., and by appointment.