FSW’s new summer program helps freshmen transition to collegeInsurers are using drones to inspect homes
FORT MYERS FSW’s new summer program helps freshmen transition to college Amanda Bent, a first-year, work-study student at Florida Southwestern State College, isn’t like most college freshmen.
Insurers are using drones to inspect homes Insurers are figuring out if your home is worth their risk without even stepping foot on your property. Consumer advocates worry this is going to make the state’s insurance crisis even worse for homeowners. Industry experts believe using drones are a better way to asses homes.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) Nikki Haley says she will vote for Donald Trump following their disputes during Republican primary Nikki Haley said Wednesday that she will be voting for Donald Trump in the general election, encouraging the presumptive GOP nominee to work hard to win support from those who backed her in the primary.
PUNTA GORDA Son accused of stabbing mother to death: “My family also lied and said I was bipolar.” When a lawyer tells you to keep quiet, it’s probably in your best interest. But, Connor Crumrine did not follow that advice in court Wednesday in Charlotte County.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 22, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 22, 2024. This is a weekly WINK News segment.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers city leaders considering burying power lines downtown Councilman Liston Bochette said burying the power lines won’t just help with the look of the area but much more.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral divided over future of Jaycee Park The city council wants to upgrade the park, but Cape Coral neighbors have been resisting it every step of the way.
9 men arrested in Lee County after allegedly trying to lure children Nine men have been arrested for trying to lure children, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office.
LCSO changes highway patrol unit name to traffic unit to spare confusion for residents The Lee County Sheriff’s Office’s Highway Patrol unit is being switched back to the traffic unit title to clear up any unanticipated confusion for residents.
New procedure promises permanent bunion relief Bunions, a painful foot condition, can make each step feel like walking on a path of sharp pebbles.
FORT MYERS Lee County STET team protecting our schools with cameras There are cameras in our kid’s schools, dozens of them, but did you know that Lee County Schools sends those live video feeds to the sheriff’s office, and it’s someone’s job to watch them?
Inside look at Collier’s mosquito fish program Everyone knows how annoying mosquitos are, which is why as we approach rainy season, we’re following up on collier’s mosquito fish program.
East of Chicago Pizza ‘blankets’ Cape Coral The Lima, Ohio-based franchise with about 100 locations added the first three in Florida over the past two years. All of them are in Cape Coral and co-owned by Horstman and Barry Goettemoeller.
2 new subdivisions planned for Punta Gorda Punta Gorda Planning Commission approved final plat plans for two subdivisions near Jones Loop Road that will bring 368 new homes to the area.
NAPLES Sun-N-Fun closed for maintenance The Sun-N-Fun Lagoon Water Park in Collier County will not be open for the summer.
FORT MYERS FSW’s new summer program helps freshmen transition to college Amanda Bent, a first-year, work-study student at Florida Southwestern State College, isn’t like most college freshmen.
Insurers are using drones to inspect homes Insurers are figuring out if your home is worth their risk without even stepping foot on your property. Consumer advocates worry this is going to make the state’s insurance crisis even worse for homeowners. Industry experts believe using drones are a better way to asses homes.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) Nikki Haley says she will vote for Donald Trump following their disputes during Republican primary Nikki Haley said Wednesday that she will be voting for Donald Trump in the general election, encouraging the presumptive GOP nominee to work hard to win support from those who backed her in the primary.
PUNTA GORDA Son accused of stabbing mother to death: “My family also lied and said I was bipolar.” When a lawyer tells you to keep quiet, it’s probably in your best interest. But, Connor Crumrine did not follow that advice in court Wednesday in Charlotte County.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 22, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 22, 2024. This is a weekly WINK News segment.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers city leaders considering burying power lines downtown Councilman Liston Bochette said burying the power lines won’t just help with the look of the area but much more.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral divided over future of Jaycee Park The city council wants to upgrade the park, but Cape Coral neighbors have been resisting it every step of the way.
9 men arrested in Lee County after allegedly trying to lure children Nine men have been arrested for trying to lure children, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office.
LCSO changes highway patrol unit name to traffic unit to spare confusion for residents The Lee County Sheriff’s Office’s Highway Patrol unit is being switched back to the traffic unit title to clear up any unanticipated confusion for residents.
New procedure promises permanent bunion relief Bunions, a painful foot condition, can make each step feel like walking on a path of sharp pebbles.
FORT MYERS Lee County STET team protecting our schools with cameras There are cameras in our kid’s schools, dozens of them, but did you know that Lee County Schools sends those live video feeds to the sheriff’s office, and it’s someone’s job to watch them?
Inside look at Collier’s mosquito fish program Everyone knows how annoying mosquitos are, which is why as we approach rainy season, we’re following up on collier’s mosquito fish program.
East of Chicago Pizza ‘blankets’ Cape Coral The Lima, Ohio-based franchise with about 100 locations added the first three in Florida over the past two years. All of them are in Cape Coral and co-owned by Horstman and Barry Goettemoeller.
2 new subdivisions planned for Punta Gorda Punta Gorda Planning Commission approved final plat plans for two subdivisions near Jones Loop Road that will bring 368 new homes to the area.
NAPLES Sun-N-Fun closed for maintenance The Sun-N-Fun Lagoon Water Park in Collier County will not be open for the summer.
Parents, school board demand answers from superintendent FORT MYERS, Fla. – Sparks flew at Tuesday’s meeting of the Lee County School Board, as parents and board members alike demanded answers from Superintendent Dr. Nancy Graham about a bullying scandal at the center of a WINK News investigation. Jacqueline Perez says her 12-year-old daughter was badly bullied at Lexington Middle School in south Fort […]
Woman involved in Cuba car crash to come home to Florida COLLIER COUNTY, Fla.-Family members and a Congressman are working to bring home a Florida woman injured in a car crash in Cuba. She could be back in Florida by week’s end thanks to help from the community. John Fox and Barbara Jimenez, both in their early 20s, embarked on a journey to Cuba. The trip […]
Federal trial of former LCSO deputy begins FORT MYERS, Fla — A former Lee County sheriff’s deputy is currently on trial, accused of beating and robbing a man while on duty. A case of abuse and lies. That’s how the trial of Michael Ronga was described by federal prosecutors Tuesday. — Michael Ronga said nothing to our cameras walking into the Federal courthouse […]
Bus driver drops student off at park CAPE CORAL, Fla. – A Cape Coral mother is upset with school officials after she says her daughter’s bus driver skipped her bus stop, wouldn’t take her back, and dropped her off at Four Freedoms Park. “That’s scary,” says Andrea Smith, the 14-year-old student’s mother. “That’s how abductions happen. There’s really no excuse for it.” The […]
After school program helps Collier County students achieve their best IMMOKALEE, Fla. – High school students in Collier County are stepping up to help teach younger kids. It’s all made possible through a collaboration of several organizations. “We want to engage them, we want to make it authentic and real and this program is a wonderful way to segway one academic year to another” said […]
Another road project soon to begin on Fort Myers Beach FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla,.- Another construction project is about to kick off on Fort Myers Beach. Last month, traffic came to a crawl as crews started work replacing water lines. Now, a plan is in the works to spruce up Estero Boulevard. Beach leaders hope this project is smoother for drivers. This sight of road […]
Unapproved ear drops warning Earaches for any child can be painful and parents may worry about what medicine is best to give their kids. Now, a new warning from the FDA claims that some pediatricians and pharmacists are giving out unapproved medicine. Steve Wolf still remembers how his son Dashton Wolf used to howl from the pain of his […]
Husband saves his wife from buring RV CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. – Charred metal is really all that’s left of an RV. An RV went up in flames Tuesday morning in Charlotte County. Now a family is homeless, but they have a hero to thank for saving their lives. “I heard her screaming out the window help, I ran as fast as I […]