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Fort Myers Beach family recovering after Hurricane Ian destroyed their home
It’s impressive to see just how far Fort Myers Beach has come since the devastation of Hurricane Ian. But, of course, there’s still a lot of work to be done.

Gator walks right up to family’s home in Estero: ‘He was a big boy’
In typical Florida fashion, a massive gator walked right up to a family’s doorstep in Estero.

Punta Gorda family loses dogs, home in fire: ‘Everything was gone’
A family was left heartbroken after two of their dogs died, and everything in their home was destroyed in a fire. The Punta Gorda family of six is staying at a hotel while they try and figure out what to do next.

Charlotte County fire destroys a family’s home, kills 2 dogs
An early Monday morning fire destroyed a Charlotte County family’s home and killed their two dogs.
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People speak out at city council meeting for Cape Coral Yacht Club
Cape Coral City Council is hosting a meeting to discuss the fate of the Cape Coral Yacht Club. A majority speak on behalf of the yacht club.

‘Let’s go, Blades!’ Florida Everblades one win away from Kelly Cup
Cowbells are ringing! The Florida Everblades are one win away from sweeping the Idaho Steelheads in the Kelly Cup Finals.

WINK News Hurricane Special 2023:”Preparing After Ian”
With each hurricane season seeming more ominous than the next, one of nature’s most destructive forces, year after year, closes in on Florida.

Shy Wolf Sanctuary, Home Base Florida help veterans in unique way
The Shy Wolf Sanctuary Education and Experience Center joined forces with Florida to offer a unique experience to veterans.