‘It’s devastating’: Neighbor reflects on fatal fire in Port Charlotte‘The sound of death’ Neighbors concerned by amount of crashes on Joel Blvd
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘It’s devastating’: Neighbor reflects on fatal fire in Port Charlotte A devastating house fire Monday night in Port Charlotte has left one person dead and another hospitalized while neighbors mourn the possible loss of a beloved member of their community.
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Fort Myers get 15% increase on flood insurance discount WINK News is finding out what led to the city of Fort Myers going from just a 5% FEMA flood insurance discount to a 20% discount.
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EVERGLADES Biden signs Water Resources Development Act, its effect on SWFL President Biden recently signed into law the Water Resources Development Act with an aim to improve rivers and harbors across the country and provide for the conservation of water. Southwest Florida was included in that act. Putting the 240-page plan together took a lot of work, not just from state and federal lawmakers, but also […]
Turning business travel into a vacation Would work travel seem a little easier if you could turn it into a vacation? Two professors say they have proof that would help business travel.
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Naples selects city CFO as next city manager, averts national search Naples Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer Gary Young will become the next city manager, averting a lengthy, expensive national search for a replacement.
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘It’s devastating’: Neighbor reflects on fatal fire in Port Charlotte A devastating house fire Monday night in Port Charlotte has left one person dead and another hospitalized while neighbors mourn the possible loss of a beloved member of their community.
‘The sound of death’ Neighbors concerned by amount of crashes on Joel Blvd A woman is heartbroken from witnessing crash after crash outside her Lehigh Acres home.
Fort Myers get 15% increase on flood insurance discount WINK News is finding out what led to the city of Fort Myers going from just a 5% FEMA flood insurance discount to a 20% discount.
FORT MYERS Locals house California wildfire victims The effects of the California fires are being felt worldwide as people evacuate some are in southwest Florida.
LOVERS KEY Couple returns to Lovers Key condo post Ian While Hurricane Ian is long gone from Southwest Florida, many are still feeling its impacts.
EVERGLADES Biden signs Water Resources Development Act, its effect on SWFL President Biden recently signed into law the Water Resources Development Act with an aim to improve rivers and harbors across the country and provide for the conservation of water. Southwest Florida was included in that act. Putting the 240-page plan together took a lot of work, not just from state and federal lawmakers, but also […]
Turning business travel into a vacation Would work travel seem a little easier if you could turn it into a vacation? Two professors say they have proof that would help business travel.
The future of biometrics: Safer security or new AI risks? In 2021, the Transportation Service Agency (TSA) launched its new touchless identity solution in the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County airport.
CAPE CORAL Pelican Elementary resource officer saves infant A school resource officer at Pelican Elementary saved an infants’ life at a traffic stop in Cape Coral.
FORT MYERS Progress being made on City View Park in Dunbar More promises made by a city that has not kept its promises for the last six years have some neighbors concerned about the future of their community.
COLLIER COUNTY Seacrest hoops player hits a full court buzzer beater Seacrest Country Day School boys basketball player Hayden Fuller hits full court buzzer beater against Aubrey Rogers.
NAPLES Cutting-edge ACL surgery reducing reinjury risk by 80% Known for its game-changing orthopedic repair options, Naples-based Arthrex has done it again.
NAPLES MacStrength FL offers sport and lifestyle training for young athletes In 2025, MacStrength FL is swinging for success with their current players and for a wider reach in its community.
You can appeal FEMA’s decision on your claim – Here’s how Now a week after the deadline for FEMA hurricane assistance has closed, the federal agency says you can appeal their decision on your claim if you don’t agree.
Naples selects city CFO as next city manager, averts national search Naples Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer Gary Young will become the next city manager, averting a lengthy, expensive national search for a replacement.
Photo: VANOC / CC BY-SA 2.0 Wednesday night through Thursday morning, the National Weather Service has advised temperatures will drop into the upper 30s and low 40s, with even colder wind chill values during nighttime hours. Precautions to take: Do not use charcoal or gas grills inside as they can produce deadly carbon monoxide. Be careful with space heaters. Keep them away from flammable items such as curtains and upholstery. Inspect the heater and electrical cord before use. Do not use extension cords or heaters with defective power cords. You may notice a foul smell for a few minutes if you haven’t turned on your heat yet this winter. If there is an odor of smoke or smoke visible after turning on the heat, call 911. Using fuel-fired appliances indoors for heat is dangerous. Read the manufacturer’s instructions and follow all directions for use. Make sure your smoke detector is working. Check on neighbors, friends and relatives. The elderly and children are especially vulnerable to cold temperatures. Stay indoors or dress warmly in layers. Wear a hat if you will be outside. Bring pets inside. Cover outdoor plants and bring potted plants indoors. SHELTERS Lee County The Salvation Army will expand its sheltering capacity Wednesday night into Thursday morning for those needing shelter from the cold weather. Registration begins at 7 p.m. The Salvation Army is located at 2476 Edison Ave., Fort Myers. Highlands County Emergency Management will be opening a cold weather shelter for residents at the Bert J. Harris Agricultural Center Conference Room #1 at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday until 8:00 a.m. Thursday Morning. This shelter is located at 4509 George Blvd., Sebring FL 33875. Collier County The Red Cross and Collier Parks will open a warming station from 9 p.m. Wednesday to 9 a.m. Thursday morning at Immokalee Community Park on 321 North First Street, Immokalee. Residents who plan to stay at a warming center are advised to take their own bedding, food, medications, toiletries, water, and anything else they need to be comfortable. Charlotte County The Homeless Coalition, 1476 Kenesaw Street, Port Charlotte, will open a shelter to persons needing refuge from the cold. The shelter will be open Wednesday night from 6:30 p.m. to 8 a.m. The American Red Cross will be supporting the shelter with cots and blankets. For more information contact the Charlotte County Emergency Management Office at 941-833-4000. WINK News reporter Kristi Gross spoke to officials in Charlotte County preparing ahead of the cold front: Submit Copyright ©2025 Fort Myers Broadcasting. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed without prior written consent.