Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 22, 2024LCSO changes highway patrol unit name to traffic unit to spare confusion for residents
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.
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.
WINK NEWS Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office retired K-9 dies The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office announced yesterday the passing of their beloved retired K-9 named Wiley.
WINK NEWS 1 dead from deadly intersection crash on SR31 and Bermont Road A 21-year-old woman from Sarasota died after a deadly crash involving two cars occurred on State Route 31 and Bermont Road.
downtown fort myers Bay Street Yard grand opening moved up to Memorial Day weekend Bay Street Yard, an entertainment venue in downtown Fort Myers, announced on Facebook its grand opening for Saturday.
A Message from Matt Devitt Welcome to the 2023 WINK News Hurricane Guide. Hurricane season is now here, and for the next six months, the WINK Weather Team will constantly monitor for tropical depressions, tropical storms and hurricanes that could be potential threats.
What to know about evacuating to a shelter during a hurricane If an evacuation order has been issued, officials strongly encourage you to make every effort to leave the area. Evacuation options that may be better than going to a public shelter include:
Dangers of Electricity Following a hurricane, electrical equipment, downed power lines and household wiring can all pose potential hazards if not dealt with properly. Here’s how to safely contend with such problems.
FORT MYERS Police: woman recovered dead after running into storm drain naked at Fort Myers Country Club A woman who witnesses said ran into a storm drain naked at the Fort Myers Country Club has died, according to police.
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.
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.
WINK NEWS Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office retired K-9 dies The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office announced yesterday the passing of their beloved retired K-9 named Wiley.
WINK NEWS 1 dead from deadly intersection crash on SR31 and Bermont Road A 21-year-old woman from Sarasota died after a deadly crash involving two cars occurred on State Route 31 and Bermont Road.
downtown fort myers Bay Street Yard grand opening moved up to Memorial Day weekend Bay Street Yard, an entertainment venue in downtown Fort Myers, announced on Facebook its grand opening for Saturday.
A Message from Matt Devitt Welcome to the 2023 WINK News Hurricane Guide. Hurricane season is now here, and for the next six months, the WINK Weather Team will constantly monitor for tropical depressions, tropical storms and hurricanes that could be potential threats.
What to know about evacuating to a shelter during a hurricane If an evacuation order has been issued, officials strongly encourage you to make every effort to leave the area. Evacuation options that may be better than going to a public shelter include:
Dangers of Electricity Following a hurricane, electrical equipment, downed power lines and household wiring can all pose potential hazards if not dealt with properly. Here’s how to safely contend with such problems.
FORT MYERS Police: woman recovered dead after running into storm drain naked at Fort Myers Country Club A woman who witnesses said ran into a storm drain naked at the Fort Myers Country Club has died, according to police.
Deputies fix leaky roof for elderly couple PUNTA GORDA, Fla. – A veteran no longer has a leaky roof thanks to the help of local deputies. During Thursday’s heavy rain, water poured into an elderly couple’s home in Punta Gorda. Some Charlotte County deputies got word of the problem and quickly gathered their supplies to help. Within an hour, the roof was covered […]
EPA: Clean water rule in effect despite court ruling WASHINGTON (AP) – The Environmental Protection Agency says it is going forward with a new federal rule to protect small streams, tributaries and wetlands, despite a court ruling that blocked the measure in 13 central and Western states. The EPA says the rule, which took effect Friday in more than three dozen states, will safeguard […]
A look at Macy’s outlet stores NEW YORK (AP) – Macy’s has an answer to T.J. Maxx and other stores that sell deeply discounted designer brands. The department store chain, which is set to open its previously announced “Macy’s Backstage” discount stores this fall in the New York City area, gave The Associated Press an early look at one of its […]
Yankees reinstate Mitchell from 7-day concussion DL ATLANTA (AP) – The New York Yankees have reinstated rookie right-hander Bryan Mitchell from the seven-day concussion disabled list. The move was made before Friday night’s game at the Atlanta Braves. Mitchell sustained a concussion and a broken nose when he was struck by a line drive hit by Minnesota’s Eduardo Nunez on Aug. 17. […]
Being home team can be blessing and curse for Lewisberry SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (AP) – Kaden Peifer and his Lewisberry, Pennsylvania teammates use the same word over and over when describing what it’s like to be playing two hours from home in front of 35,000 fans at the Little League World Series. “Crazy,” the 12-year-old catcher said while taking a break Thursday from signing autographs […]
Triple Crown winner gallops before thousands at ‘Pharatoga’ SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (AP) – With a crowd of about 15,000 cheering him all the way, Triple Crown winner American Pharoah went for a glorious gallop around Saratoga Race Course the day before he runs in the $1.6 million Travers Stakes. The sun was shining and temperatures were in the 60s when American Pharoah walked […]
Amgen wins approval for second biotech cholesterol drug WASHINGTON (AP) – Amgen Inc. has won federal approval for the second medicine in a new class of pricey biotech drugs that reduce artery-clogging cholesterol more than older statin drugs that have been used for decades. The drug Repatha could eventually help millions of Americans who face increased risks of heart disease because they cannot […]
Florida family donates $10.9 million to USF TAMPA, Fla. (AP) – The University of South Florida’s Muma College of Business got a $10.9 million shot in the arm that will put the names of Barry and Dana Collier atop the college’s student success program. The Colliers’ gift was announced Thursday by USF President Judy Genshaft. The Collier Student Success Center will coach […]
Enviros ask judge to order conservation funding in Florida TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) – Environmental groups want a judge to order the Florida Legislature to use the state’s budget surplus to fund a conservation land buying program, saying state lawmakers flouted the will of voters by failing to fund it. Groups including the Sierra Club filed the amendment to an earlier lawsuit on Friday in […]
Skate For Hope returns to Southwest Florida ice ESTERO, Fla. – In its 11th season, Skate For Hope is still raising money for cancer research, awareness, and health education programs across the country. Since the events inception in 2004 they’ve raised more than $550,000 and they’re hoping Saturday’s 5 p.m. show at Germian Arena will help them raise even more. Young figure skaters […]