Local influencer reacts to potential TikTok ban TikTok is more than just a place to dance, learn something new or just scroll. For the Manella family, the app is a place where they can be themselves.
Protecting the Florida Panther from urban expansion The endangered Florida Panther is the king of the Everglades but new developments could rip apart their core territory.
Local Rabbi reacts to Israel and Hamas ceasefire agreement While the news of hostages being freed has brought relief, one local rabbi who has been speaking with WINK News since the war broke out expressed mixed feelings
Tiger dams in Collier County new defense system to stop flooding Collier County is now on board with a new defense system to stop flooding.
CAPE CORAL Plans for Cape Coral airport presented to City Council An airport in Cape Coral? The idea was presented to the city council on Wednesday as part of a broader report addressing the city’s rapid growth.
CAPE CORAL Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center gets new name and logo The Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center in Cape Coral is rebranding.
NAPLES Naples Pride Fest gets green light from City Council The Naples City Council voted to approve the permit for Naples Pride Fest at Cambier Park.
Former Lee supervisor of elections candidate calls for Sheriff Marceno to resign More fingers are pointing at Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno.
NORTH FORT MYERS City of Fort Myers wants progress on submerged boats at Old Bridge Marina It has become a headache for many: boats left submerged at the Old Bridge Marina, next to the Edison Bridge.
Dementia risk factors unveiled Eating healthy and staying active can help keep your brain sharp, but did you know your family’s wealth may also affect your dementia risk?
Another chance at FEMA assistance If you applied for FEMA assistance after hurricanes Helene and Milton and are not happy with the answer they gave you, they are giving you another chance.
NAPLES Naples City Council names Gary L. Young as next city manager The Naples City Council unanimously voted to appoint Deputy City Manager and CFO Gary L. Young as the new city manager.
BONITA SPRINGS Sugarshack, a haven for live music, food and community, coming to Bonita Springs Sugarshack, a haven for live music, food and community, coming soon to Downton Bonita Springs.
COLLIER COUNTY FC Naples holds first practice in club history Another first in a year of first for FC Naples as the club held its first practice in its history Wednesday morning.
FORT MYERS BEACH Rick on the Roof gets the ending he fought for The man with a plan and the courage to stand up for what he believed in is finally getting the happy ending he fought for.
Local influencer reacts to potential TikTok ban TikTok is more than just a place to dance, learn something new or just scroll. For the Manella family, the app is a place where they can be themselves.
Protecting the Florida Panther from urban expansion The endangered Florida Panther is the king of the Everglades but new developments could rip apart their core territory.
Local Rabbi reacts to Israel and Hamas ceasefire agreement While the news of hostages being freed has brought relief, one local rabbi who has been speaking with WINK News since the war broke out expressed mixed feelings
Tiger dams in Collier County new defense system to stop flooding Collier County is now on board with a new defense system to stop flooding.
CAPE CORAL Plans for Cape Coral airport presented to City Council An airport in Cape Coral? The idea was presented to the city council on Wednesday as part of a broader report addressing the city’s rapid growth.
CAPE CORAL Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center gets new name and logo The Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center in Cape Coral is rebranding.
NAPLES Naples Pride Fest gets green light from City Council The Naples City Council voted to approve the permit for Naples Pride Fest at Cambier Park.
Former Lee supervisor of elections candidate calls for Sheriff Marceno to resign More fingers are pointing at Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno.
NORTH FORT MYERS City of Fort Myers wants progress on submerged boats at Old Bridge Marina It has become a headache for many: boats left submerged at the Old Bridge Marina, next to the Edison Bridge.
Dementia risk factors unveiled Eating healthy and staying active can help keep your brain sharp, but did you know your family’s wealth may also affect your dementia risk?
Another chance at FEMA assistance If you applied for FEMA assistance after hurricanes Helene and Milton and are not happy with the answer they gave you, they are giving you another chance.
NAPLES Naples City Council names Gary L. Young as next city manager The Naples City Council unanimously voted to appoint Deputy City Manager and CFO Gary L. Young as the new city manager.
BONITA SPRINGS Sugarshack, a haven for live music, food and community, coming to Bonita Springs Sugarshack, a haven for live music, food and community, coming soon to Downton Bonita Springs.
COLLIER COUNTY FC Naples holds first practice in club history Another first in a year of first for FC Naples as the club held its first practice in its history Wednesday morning.
FORT MYERS BEACH Rick on the Roof gets the ending he fought for The man with a plan and the courage to stand up for what he believed in is finally getting the happy ending he fought for.
(SWEEPS FEED)- While many parents are often concerned about technology interfering with their child’s homework, there are some tech tools that might actually be helpful. Beyond your basic tutorial sites, some websites and apps give even more immediate help. However, some educators and even students warn that there are certain potential drawbacks to keep in mind. School is over and homework time is just beginning for 15-year-old Lauryn Grubbs, but instead of pulling out traditional paper and pen to get started she turns to websites and apps. “I rely on them heavily, actually, because if I need help, that’s pretty much the go-to thing I go to,” Grubbs said. Grubbs isn’t alone, experts say most students don’t go to the library and do hand searches anymore. “The world’s libraries are open to use,” said Dr. Harris Cooper, a professor at Duke University. “The touch of a button can bring us knowledge from anywhere in the world and that’s pretty amazing.” There are several tech tools available for homework help, among the most popular is Grammarly, which finds and corrects grammatical mistakes. Easy-bib, which creates bibliographies, and SparkNotes, where students find quick study guides for literature. Experts say these tools relieve a lot of pressure. “Homework demands are going way up and so many kids may be feeling stressed by all the homework they have,” said Devorah Heitner, founder/ CEO of www.raisingdigitalnatives.com. But can stress tempt kids to have the sites do their work? Some sites and apps do actually provide complete answers – which isn’t always good for learning. “They’re depriving themselves of the opportunity for interaction and learning if they use an app to get it right and they never learned what they needed to learn to understand that process,” Heitner said. What can parents do to make the most of thier kids’ homework tech-tools? Educators say monitor your child’s homework to make sure they’re focused and not cheating, brush up on necessary subjects so you can be more helpful, and ask your child’s teacher to recommend the most appropriate sites. As for Grubbs, she is thankful for technology and her mom’s help in making homework time manageable. “We can just go hangout,” said Grubbs. “Extra stuff like we wouldn’t be able to do without it, so just free time and relax.”