Gone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veteransTwo arrested for street racing in Lee County
NEW YORK (AP) Biden officials indefinitely postpone ban on menthol cigarettes amid election-year pushback President Joe Biden’s administration is indefinitely delaying a long-awaited menthol cigarette ban, a decision that infuriated anti-smoking advocates but could avoid a political backlash from Black voters in November.
FORT MYERS Gone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veterans A powerful symbol of honor and remembrance is standing proudly here in Southwest Florida. The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is open to the public, a reminder of those we lost who served our country.
LEE COUNTY Two arrested for street racing in Lee County Two people have been arrested for street racing in Lee County according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
CAPE CORAL Boaters with rifles seen in Cape Coral canal On an average day, it’s pretty common to see people fishing or swimming in a canal. One neighbor in Cape Coral saw something unusual in his backyard Friday afternoon.
FORT MYERS Car flips, one sent to hospital after two car crash in Fort Myers A crash involving at least two vehicles sent one person to the hospital.
The Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your Sunday Clouds and occasional sunshine this Sunday. A few brief showers are possible late in the afternoon and this evening.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
BONITA SPRINGS Police: 15-year-old injured after accidentally shot in the leg Lee County deputies say the teen was accidentally shot in the leg.
PUNTA GORDA Exclusive: Brother and best friend of accused pedophile priest speak out Riley’s brother reached out to WINK on Friday, saying people aren’t getting the full story.
NEW YORK (AP) Biden officials indefinitely postpone ban on menthol cigarettes amid election-year pushback President Joe Biden’s administration is indefinitely delaying a long-awaited menthol cigarette ban, a decision that infuriated anti-smoking advocates but could avoid a political backlash from Black voters in November.
FORT MYERS Gone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veterans A powerful symbol of honor and remembrance is standing proudly here in Southwest Florida. The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is open to the public, a reminder of those we lost who served our country.
LEE COUNTY Two arrested for street racing in Lee County Two people have been arrested for street racing in Lee County according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
CAPE CORAL Boaters with rifles seen in Cape Coral canal On an average day, it’s pretty common to see people fishing or swimming in a canal. One neighbor in Cape Coral saw something unusual in his backyard Friday afternoon.
FORT MYERS Car flips, one sent to hospital after two car crash in Fort Myers A crash involving at least two vehicles sent one person to the hospital.
The Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your Sunday Clouds and occasional sunshine this Sunday. A few brief showers are possible late in the afternoon and this evening.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
BONITA SPRINGS Police: 15-year-old injured after accidentally shot in the leg Lee County deputies say the teen was accidentally shot in the leg.
PUNTA GORDA Exclusive: Brother and best friend of accused pedophile priest speak out Riley’s brother reached out to WINK on Friday, saying people aren’t getting the full story.
Another customer of Sofa Beds and Recliners Unlimited in North Fort Myers sued the furniture store after waiting for nearly a year for his furniture. “I don’t feel these people [Sofa Beds and Recliners] deserve it– to be in business for all the lies and bull**** they fed me, that they’ve been feeding me over the last year,” said Bill Aker when explaining why he took the company to court. Aker is one of 64 complaints submitted to the state, to call Better Business Bureau, or our WINK News Call for Action hotline against the store. Today in court, Aker and President of Sofa Beds and Recliners Jeff Granitstein met with a mediator to try come to an agreement before a court date was set. “I’m trying to work it out with them,” said Aker. “hey [Sofa Beds] have until January 10 to deliver my furniture which I don’t believe they can do. It’s been since January 2, I ordered this furniture and it was supposed to be here six to eight weeks.” MORE: Upset customers say local store failed to deliver on promise Cape Coral resident and Buffalo native Ted Wackowski says he may turn to the court system to help him get a refund or his furniture. “I don’t know where we’re going to go with it from here, looks like small claims court,” he said. Wackowski has a receipt showing he gave Sofa Beds and Recliners $400 in June for his recliner. He says he’s been dealing with Jeff’s son, Lane. “He [Lane] does make promises to you then when you go back, he denies any of the conversation,” said Wackowski. “About a month ago he was to call me with a specific delivery date, did not, [and] when I questioned him about that recently, he denies ever having that conversation with me and gets very loud and very forceful. He likes to use that force.” More than one month ago we talked to Lane Granitstein outside of court about the contract his customers sign. At the bottom of the paper is states that deliveries could take “six to eight weeks or longer.” We asked him what “or longer” means. “It can take longer. It depends on what company you buy from, how long it takes the manufacturer and how long it takes for me to ship the furniture,” said Lane. We asked an associate attorney at Viles and Beckman in Fort Myers about the term “or longer” and if in the eyes of the law, there is a limit or definition to the term. MORE: More customers call to complain about store that hasn’t delivered “Or longer is a very ambiguous term,” said Maria Alaimo. “And I think if the contract was challenged the law would agree. So what does that mean? Potentially they [a judge] could limit it to the six to eight weeks or they could strike that term “or longer” out of there.” Contra Proferentem in contract law is known as “interpretation against the draftsman.” When there’s ambiguity in a contract, law tends to side with the party that did not draft the contract. Alaimo says once the document is signed, customers in need of a solution would potentially have to go to court for help, like Bill Aker did. Alaimo says when you see a vague, open ended contract you can always try to alter it before signing. And if that doesn’t work, “you certainly can take your business elsewhere. You don’t have to sign this and you don’t have to shop here.” She says make sure to do your research before buying any big ticket items. Look for reviews online, on the Better Business Bureau website or even on Facebook. We talked to Jeff Granitstein after his court appearance today. He tells us, “32 years in business with hundreds of thousands of satisfied customers. We had a tough year with extenuating circumstances that you don’t know about. We’re working that out now.” When Jeff Granitstein was told the story was airing tonight at six and asked if there’s anything he wanted to say about Mr. Wackowski’s situation, Granitstein said “I’ve got a lot of customers and we’re going to take care of all them as soon as possible. That’s all I can say and thank you.” Clarification to a version of this story that aired on WINK News on Dec. 20: During a court appearance on November 15 a customer agreed in mediation that he would pay Sofa Beds and Recliners for his furniture if his entire order arrived at the store by December 10 (a couch and two chairs). We reported that the order was not there by Dec. 10, but we learned that the couch had arrived while the chairs had not. Watch the full interview with Jeff Granitstein. Submit Copyright ©2024 Fort Myers Broadcasting. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed without prior written consent.