
FORT MYERS, Fla. – In honor of Memorial Day, almost 50 World War II, Korean and Vietnam veterans were honored at the Fort Myers Miracle baseball game Saturday evening.
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Honoring 99-year-old WWII vet who stormed Normandy
We can’t forget to honor the soldiers for bravely and resolutely fighting in WWII, and in Southwest Florida, an excellent opportunity is during a Veterans Pinning Ceremony.

Fort Myers man commemorates WWII veteran dad-in-law with book
One day, the millions of Americans who served in uniform during WWII will all have died. Their stories and the secrets they were willing to share will only come from history.

WINK News viewers help Vietnam veteran keep his home amid homeowners insurance crisis
Homeowners insurance has proven to be an expensive nightmare for many throughout Southwest Florida. Now, with renewal notices coming in, so is the sticker shock. Thanks to many WINK News viewers, one Marine veteran can now keep his home.

Collier-Lee Honor Flight brings Florida veterans home after Arlington trip
On Saturday night, veterans returned home to Southwest Florida after a trip to Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, D.C., courtesy of Lee-Collier Honor Flights.
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NAACP files ethics complaint against city of Fort Myers
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Patrol car crashes in Charlotte Harbor; SB Tamiami Trail blocked
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