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New Fort Myers Beach sand berm becomes obstacle for woman with disability
Our beaches are getting rebuilt after Hurricane Ian damaged or destroyed them. As the rebuilding progresses, there are worries that people with disabilities are getting forgotten.

New details on Fort Myers gas line repairs
According to the FDOT, the gas line ruptured by a contractor on State Road 31 was marked in advance. How did crews puncture it?

Proposed land-use change for property in northeast Cape Coral to bring new commercial development
The Cape Coral Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval Wednesday for a city-initiated small-scale future land-use amendment for 140 properties along Diplomat Parkway East totaling about 14.6 acres. The proposed change is from a future land use of multifamily to commercial/professional, which would create consistency with the current commercial zoning of the combined parcels and […]

Haze of smoke blanketing US, Canada could last into weekend
On air quality maps, purple signifies the worst of it. In reality, it’s a thick, hazardous haze of smoke that’s disrupting daily life for millions of people across the U.S. and Canada, blotting out skylines and turning skies orange.
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Sunseeker Resort to offer employees $100K retention bonus, free flights
Sunseeker Resort, the Charlotte Harbor hotel set to open in October, will offer eligible employees a $100,000 retention bonus and free Allegiant Airlines flights, among other benefits.

Friday’s Furry Friends: Honey, Cameron
The Gulf Coast Humane Society has around 100 pets in its shelter, all in need of loving homes. Every Friday, WINK News will introduce you to new pets that could be the perfect additions to your family. This week: Honey and Cameron.

Bonita Springs middle schooler represents Florida in history contest
An eighth grader from Bonita Springs is headed to Washington, D.C., to represent the entire state of Florida in the National History Day Contest.

Everblades look to secure Kelly Cup with 4th game against Idaho
The Florida Everblades have yet to lose a game in the Kelly Cup finals, and the fourth game against the Idaho Steelheads could make them repeat champions.