FGCU draws 14-seed and rematch in NCAA TournamentTice barn fire damages boats and tractor, no injuries reported
FGCU FGCU draws 14-seed and rematch in NCAA Tournament FGCU draws a 14-seed and rematch of last year’s first round with 3-seeded Oklahoma for round one of the NCAA Tournament.
Tice barn fire damages boats and tractor, no injuries reported A fire broke out in a detached barn in Tice, resulting in the loss of multiple boats and a tractor. There have been no reports of injuries.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach library reopens after Hurricane Ian recovery effort The Fort Myers Beach Library is finally reopening its doors after Hurricane Ian left it in ruins over two and a half years ago.
FORT MYERS Cypress West shooting leaves two injured, investigation ongoing in Lee County Authorities are investigating a shooting that occurred at the Cypress West Apartment Home Community in Cypress Lake.
the weather authority Breezy, warm Sunday ahead of tonight’s cold front The Weather Authority says Sunday is going to start out warm and humid with passing clouds overhead.
WINK NEWS Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up Mar. 16 While construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen, in this web-exclusive feature, knows the best way to traverse the roadways.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs man arrested for animal cruelty According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, a Bonita Springs man faces charges of animal cruelty and aggravated stalking.
ESTERO Estero Village celebrates 10 years with music, food, and family fun Estero Village marked its 10-year anniversary with a free and lively celebration at the Estero Fest on Saturday.
FGCU FGCU women’s basketball clinches 8th straight ASUN Championship The FGCU women’s basketball team beat Central Arkansas to win its eighth consecutive ASUN Conference Championship.
NORTH PORT Police Explorer Marcus Freeman remembered 14 years after North Port crash The North Port Police Department is remembering a young life lost too soon.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach celebrates early St. Patrick’s Day with lively parade Fort Myers Beach celebrated St. Patrick’s Day early with a lively parade, bringing the island to life with Irish spirit.
the weather authority A breezy Saturday with near-record high heat in store The Weather Authority says a warm Saturday with near-record high heat is in store with sun and clouds overhead.
SANIBEL Sanibel Beach shines as a top 2025 destination for shelling Southwest Florida’s beaches are a major draw for visitors from around the world.
911 calls save two kayakers in distress on Caloosahatchee River After strong winds left them stranded, two kayakers were rescued from the Caloosahatchee River.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral woman tricked into romance scam, police seek recovery Cape Coral police are working to recover more than $250,000 from a bank account that may be tied to criminal activity.
FGCU FGCU draws 14-seed and rematch in NCAA Tournament FGCU draws a 14-seed and rematch of last year’s first round with 3-seeded Oklahoma for round one of the NCAA Tournament.
Tice barn fire damages boats and tractor, no injuries reported A fire broke out in a detached barn in Tice, resulting in the loss of multiple boats and a tractor. There have been no reports of injuries.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach library reopens after Hurricane Ian recovery effort The Fort Myers Beach Library is finally reopening its doors after Hurricane Ian left it in ruins over two and a half years ago.
FORT MYERS Cypress West shooting leaves two injured, investigation ongoing in Lee County Authorities are investigating a shooting that occurred at the Cypress West Apartment Home Community in Cypress Lake.
the weather authority Breezy, warm Sunday ahead of tonight’s cold front The Weather Authority says Sunday is going to start out warm and humid with passing clouds overhead.
WINK NEWS Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up Mar. 16 While construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen, in this web-exclusive feature, knows the best way to traverse the roadways.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs man arrested for animal cruelty According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, a Bonita Springs man faces charges of animal cruelty and aggravated stalking.
ESTERO Estero Village celebrates 10 years with music, food, and family fun Estero Village marked its 10-year anniversary with a free and lively celebration at the Estero Fest on Saturday.
FGCU FGCU women’s basketball clinches 8th straight ASUN Championship The FGCU women’s basketball team beat Central Arkansas to win its eighth consecutive ASUN Conference Championship.
NORTH PORT Police Explorer Marcus Freeman remembered 14 years after North Port crash The North Port Police Department is remembering a young life lost too soon.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach celebrates early St. Patrick’s Day with lively parade Fort Myers Beach celebrated St. Patrick’s Day early with a lively parade, bringing the island to life with Irish spirit.
the weather authority A breezy Saturday with near-record high heat in store The Weather Authority says a warm Saturday with near-record high heat is in store with sun and clouds overhead.
SANIBEL Sanibel Beach shines as a top 2025 destination for shelling Southwest Florida’s beaches are a major draw for visitors from around the world.
911 calls save two kayakers in distress on Caloosahatchee River After strong winds left them stranded, two kayakers were rescued from the Caloosahatchee River.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral woman tricked into romance scam, police seek recovery Cape Coral police are working to recover more than $250,000 from a bank account that may be tied to criminal activity.
Chris Grisby / WINK SOUTH FORT MYERS, Fla. Juan Anzualdo searched through the rubble Monday after a fire ravaged his house to find his wife’s wedding ring. He found it, but estimates place the amount of the damage sustained in the blaze at $500,000, the South Trail Fire & Rescue District said. Anzualdo and two firefighters were injured in the Sunday afternoon fire on the 11400 block of Ranchette Road. Anzualdo was hospitalized but has since been released. Only a small portion of the house remains intact. The rest is just charred framing. The blaze, which investigators ruled accidental, began in the attic and was electrical in nature, the district said. The district, the state fire marshal’s office and the Lee County Arson Task Force jointly conducted the investigation. Anzualdo was trying to rescue the family’s pets when he was hurt, his family said. He saved a kitten, but a puppy died in the fire. “I was determined to go back and right at the entrance of my door I saw my little cat so I grabbed her, but I just couldn’t go back inside,” he said. “The smoke was so bad and I kind of knew I had lost him.” Life Church on Plantation Road and the American Red Cross are assisting. “My pastor opened his home to me and I’m staying with him right now,” Anzualdo said. The church is asking those who want to help to call 239-939-5433.