WINK News Photos of the Week: Jan. 11 – Jan. 18Car fire causes traffic delays on I-75 in Collier County
WINK News Photos of the Week: Jan. 11 – Jan. 18 This week features some high-flying wrestling, photos from the Downtown Fort Myers Art Walk, and much more.
Car fire causes traffic delays on I-75 in Collier County A car fire on Interstate 75 North is causing major traffic disruptions Sunday as crews work to extinguish the flames.
Could Florida see snow this week? The words “Florida” and “snow” rarely ever go together, but could the Sunshine State actually see some snowfall this week?
What’s open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day The United States will observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 20. Some businesses may be closed or have modified hours.
Southwest Floridians embrace D.C. inauguration despite changes Security is heightened in the nation’s capital as thousands gather for Monday’s inauguration. Among them are many Southwest Floridians who are eager to witness Donald Trump’s inauguration.
TikTok back online after 12 hour ban TikTok is back online after being banned. President-elect Donald Trump said he’ll enact an executive order stalling the ban of the app.
the weather authority Warm, breezy Sunday with scattered rain ahead of our next big cool down The Weather Authority says another warm, breezy day is upon us, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s in the afternoon.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
ESTERO Sheriff Showdown: Charity hockey game held for family of Elio Diaz The Lee County Sheriff’s Office faced the Suffolk County Sheriff’s hockey team in a Sheriff Showdown at Hertz Arena in Estero on Saturday.
FORT MYERS Demonstrators gather for Fort Myers Women’s March Dozens gathered at the intersection of Colonial Boulevard and US 41 in Fort Myers for the annual Women’s March on Saturday morning.
Two-vehicle crash causes rollover near Pine Ridge Road A two-vehicle crash occurred near Pine Ridge Road and Premiere Way late Saturday morning, according to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office.
LCSO investigates early morning shooting near Wawa on Alico Road The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred early Saturday morning.
ENGLEWOOD Charlotte County deputies fatally shoot man in Englewood, investigation ongoing Deputies from the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office shot and killed a man who was reportedly acting erratically.
the weather authority Warm weekend ahead with increased rain chances on the way The Weather Authority says a warm Saturday is on tap, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s into the afternoon.
Bodycam video shows warning signs from teen accused of killing mother In newly released body camera footage, a mother questions her son’s violence months before her murder.
WINK News Photos of the Week: Jan. 11 – Jan. 18 This week features some high-flying wrestling, photos from the Downtown Fort Myers Art Walk, and much more.
Car fire causes traffic delays on I-75 in Collier County A car fire on Interstate 75 North is causing major traffic disruptions Sunday as crews work to extinguish the flames.
Could Florida see snow this week? The words “Florida” and “snow” rarely ever go together, but could the Sunshine State actually see some snowfall this week?
What’s open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day The United States will observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 20. Some businesses may be closed or have modified hours.
Southwest Floridians embrace D.C. inauguration despite changes Security is heightened in the nation’s capital as thousands gather for Monday’s inauguration. Among them are many Southwest Floridians who are eager to witness Donald Trump’s inauguration.
TikTok back online after 12 hour ban TikTok is back online after being banned. President-elect Donald Trump said he’ll enact an executive order stalling the ban of the app.
the weather authority Warm, breezy Sunday with scattered rain ahead of our next big cool down The Weather Authority says another warm, breezy day is upon us, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s in the afternoon.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
ESTERO Sheriff Showdown: Charity hockey game held for family of Elio Diaz The Lee County Sheriff’s Office faced the Suffolk County Sheriff’s hockey team in a Sheriff Showdown at Hertz Arena in Estero on Saturday.
FORT MYERS Demonstrators gather for Fort Myers Women’s March Dozens gathered at the intersection of Colonial Boulevard and US 41 in Fort Myers for the annual Women’s March on Saturday morning.
Two-vehicle crash causes rollover near Pine Ridge Road A two-vehicle crash occurred near Pine Ridge Road and Premiere Way late Saturday morning, according to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office.
LCSO investigates early morning shooting near Wawa on Alico Road The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred early Saturday morning.
ENGLEWOOD Charlotte County deputies fatally shoot man in Englewood, investigation ongoing Deputies from the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office shot and killed a man who was reportedly acting erratically.
the weather authority Warm weekend ahead with increased rain chances on the way The Weather Authority says a warm Saturday is on tap, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s into the afternoon.
Bodycam video shows warning signs from teen accused of killing mother In newly released body camera footage, a mother questions her son’s violence months before her murder.
FILE: Residents gathering sand bags at the South Trail Fire and Rescue Department in Fort Myers. FORT MYERS, Fla. Here is a list of sandbag locations across Southwest Florida: Lee County: Residents are asked to bring shovels and their own bags. Items such as pillow cases, garbage bags and tarps can be used as sandbags. 5850 Buckingham Road in Lehigh Acres. 12345 Palm Beach Blvd. in Fort Myers. 2660 Styles Road in Alva. 5700 Pine Island Road in Bokeelia. 17350 Nalle Road in North Fort Myers. 1190 Regional Lane in Fort Myers. 1280 Barret Road in North Fort Myers. 2900 Trail Dairy Circle in North Fort Myers. 8013 Sanibel Blvd. in Fort Myers. 27701 Bonita Grande Drive in Bonita Springs 1000 Joel Blvd. in Lehigh Acres. 3102 16th St. Southwest in Lehigh Acres. Tropical Shores Way St. in Fort Myers. 750 Dunlop Road in Sanibel. 8860 Daniels Parkway in Fort Myers. 360 East Railroad Ave. in Boca Grande. 6061 South Pointe Blvd. in Fort Myers. 2300 Peck St. 9700 Treeline Ave. Free self-service sand will be available at 8:00 a.m. Thursday at this location in Lee County: Fire Department Training Facility on 4540 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd. Below are the locations in the city of Fort Myers. Residents are asked to bring shovels and their owns bags: Free, self-service Sand is available for Fort Myers residents at five locations. Residents are asked to provide their own sand bags and shovels for use at: Shady Oaks Park – 3300 Marion St. Alliance for the Arts – 10091 McGregor Blvd. Fire Department Training Facility – 4540 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Atlantic Coast Line train station/Fire Station No. 1 – 2300 Peck St. Fire Station No. 5. – 9700 Treeline Ave. Hendry County: Bob Mason Park on County Road 78 in LaBelle. LaBelle Rodeo rounds on State Road 29 South in LaBelle (Waiting on sand delivery). Felda Volunteer Fire Department on the corner of County Road 830 and Willis Ranch Road North. Montura-Flaghole Fire Department on Avenida Del Club. Pioneer Fire Department on 2499 Hendry Isles Blvd. in Clewiston. Vacant field north of Health Department on Olympia Avenue in Clewiston. Harlem Community Center on 7th St. in Clewiston. Hookers Point Park on Davidson Road (Waiting on sand delivery). Glades County: Glades County Emergency Operations Center, 1097 Health Park Drive, Moore Haven (bags ready; empty bags also available) EMS Station 3 – 1132 Pollywog Crossover, Muse (Bring bags, bring shovel and fill yourself) Lakeport Fire Department – 12999 East State Road 78, Lakeport (Bring bags, bring shovel and fill yourself) Lakeport Community Center – 1239 Red Barn Road, Lakeport (Bring bags, bring shovel and fill yourself) Buckhead Ridge Fire Department – Boat Ramp East State Road 78, Buckhead Ridge (Bring bags, bring shovel and fill yourself) Highlands County: Sand for bags. George Boulevard just North of DeSoto City Volunteer Fire Station in Sebring Intersection of County Road 17, East of Old Bombing Range Road and Isabelle Lake Road in Avon Park Intersection of County Road 619, CR 621 and Highlands Lake Drive in Lake Placid Bags for sand. Sebring Road and Bridge office 4344 George Blvd. Avon Park Road and Bridge office on East Winthrop Street Lake Placid Road and Bridge office on County Road 621