Cape Coral man accused of preying on minor on internetInvest 95L reaches 90% chance of further development
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man accused of preying on minor on internet A man from Cape Coral has been arrested after allegedly preying on a young boy on the internet back in May.
The Weather Authority Invest 95L reaches 90% chance of further development The Weather Authority is currently tracking Invest 95L in the Eastern Atlantic as the formation chance has now reached 90%.
FORT MYERS RSW to add Canada airline service in the Fall The Southwest Florida International Airport announced the addition of Toronto-based Porter Airlines to operate a seasonal route.
PUNTA GORDA Woman dead, deputy hospitalized in yesterday’s crash on Oil Well Road Two vehicles crashed, including a Collier County Sheriff’s Office vehicle, and one driver died after a crash on Oil Well Road Thursday afternoon.
WINK NEWS Fourth of July events across Southwest Florida The Fourth of July is celebrated Across Southwest Florida and nationwide with fireworks, barbecues, patriotic events and more.
NORTH FORT MYERS Brooke Hankinson kicking down barriers for North Fort Myers football Nothing intimidates North Fort Myers senior kicker Brooke Hankinson, not even playing football with the boys.
FORT MYERS SWFL reacts to the presidential debate Whether you’re rooting for Former President Donald Trump or President Joe Biden, or you just can’t choose a side, everyone has an opinion about this debate.
VENICE Teacher arrested for alleged sexual misconduct with student The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man for allegedly engaging in sexual misconduct with a student.
Funeral procession held for Collier County detective The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is honoring one of its own as a funeral procession is being held for Detective Kerry Sill.
The Weather Authority Inland rain storms for your Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking high afternoon temperatures and inland rain showers throughout the early evening on Friday.
FORT MYERS Christopher Davis to be held without bond ahead of murder trial for missing boyfriend Christopher Davis, who stands accused of killing his boyfriend Barry Schmalbach, is in court for a bond hearing.
CAPE CORAL Groundbreaking for Festival Park in Cape Coral set for July The City of Cape Coral announced the groundbreaking ceremony date for Festival Park at 1100 Wilmington Parkway.
WINK NEWS Sheriff: deputies investigating a homicide in Three Oaks Park, shooter at large Deputies are searching for a shooter who killed a man in the Three Oaks Parks community.
CAPE CORAL Barry Schmalbach’s sister speaks out for the first time For the first time, Barry Schmalbach’s sister, Sherry has spoken with only WINK News about her brother’s mysterious disappearance and the emotional toll it has taken on his loved ones. Sherry shared memories of Barry’s life and described him as determined, charming and loving. “I love you so much. I’m so heartbroken that this happened to you. I’m so sorry. And I miss you. I would just hug him so hard,” said Sherry.
FORT MYERS BEACH San Carlos Island residents concerned about 240-room hotel A 240-room resort is being proposed on Main Street on San Carlos Island, and residents aren’t happy.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man accused of preying on minor on internet A man from Cape Coral has been arrested after allegedly preying on a young boy on the internet back in May.
The Weather Authority Invest 95L reaches 90% chance of further development The Weather Authority is currently tracking Invest 95L in the Eastern Atlantic as the formation chance has now reached 90%.
FORT MYERS RSW to add Canada airline service in the Fall The Southwest Florida International Airport announced the addition of Toronto-based Porter Airlines to operate a seasonal route.
PUNTA GORDA Woman dead, deputy hospitalized in yesterday’s crash on Oil Well Road Two vehicles crashed, including a Collier County Sheriff’s Office vehicle, and one driver died after a crash on Oil Well Road Thursday afternoon.
WINK NEWS Fourth of July events across Southwest Florida The Fourth of July is celebrated Across Southwest Florida and nationwide with fireworks, barbecues, patriotic events and more.
NORTH FORT MYERS Brooke Hankinson kicking down barriers for North Fort Myers football Nothing intimidates North Fort Myers senior kicker Brooke Hankinson, not even playing football with the boys.
FORT MYERS SWFL reacts to the presidential debate Whether you’re rooting for Former President Donald Trump or President Joe Biden, or you just can’t choose a side, everyone has an opinion about this debate.
VENICE Teacher arrested for alleged sexual misconduct with student The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man for allegedly engaging in sexual misconduct with a student.
Funeral procession held for Collier County detective The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is honoring one of its own as a funeral procession is being held for Detective Kerry Sill.
The Weather Authority Inland rain storms for your Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking high afternoon temperatures and inland rain showers throughout the early evening on Friday.
FORT MYERS Christopher Davis to be held without bond ahead of murder trial for missing boyfriend Christopher Davis, who stands accused of killing his boyfriend Barry Schmalbach, is in court for a bond hearing.
CAPE CORAL Groundbreaking for Festival Park in Cape Coral set for July The City of Cape Coral announced the groundbreaking ceremony date for Festival Park at 1100 Wilmington Parkway.
WINK NEWS Sheriff: deputies investigating a homicide in Three Oaks Park, shooter at large Deputies are searching for a shooter who killed a man in the Three Oaks Parks community.
CAPE CORAL Barry Schmalbach’s sister speaks out for the first time For the first time, Barry Schmalbach’s sister, Sherry has spoken with only WINK News about her brother’s mysterious disappearance and the emotional toll it has taken on his loved ones. Sherry shared memories of Barry’s life and described him as determined, charming and loving. “I love you so much. I’m so heartbroken that this happened to you. I’m so sorry. And I miss you. I would just hug him so hard,” said Sherry.
FORT MYERS BEACH San Carlos Island residents concerned about 240-room hotel A 240-room resort is being proposed on Main Street on San Carlos Island, and residents aren’t happy.
MGN LEHIGH ACRES, Fla. – About 500 voters from Lehigh Acres will not be able to vote for local candidates after a mapping error at the Lee County Elections Office failed to include them within their correct district, Vicki Collins of the Lee County Elections Office announced Thursday. The Lehigh Acres Municipal Services Improvement District, via myecwcd.net The district in question is the Lehigh Acres Municipal Services Improvement District, which is located between Interstate-75 and the Lee-Hendry counties line with state roads 80 and 82 as northern and southern boundaries, respectively. The elections office’s mapping system did not recognize about 500 voters as residents of this district when it should have, Collins said. It means that candidates running for office in the district were excluded from hundreds of ballots. The error will not be immediately addressed. The Lee County Elections Office said it will wait until after election results are reported to decide if action is needed. Affected voters will be able to vote for all other candidates who are running for office. Here are the candidates up for election in the Lehigh Acres Municipal Services Improvement District: