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.
WTSP A Cirque du Soleil aerial acrobat who fell during the company’s “Volta” show Saturday night died from his injuries, a hospital spokeswoman confirms. While he was performing an aerial straps number, long-time aerialist, Yann Arnaud, fell onto the stage, a Cirque Du Soleil representative said in a statement. He was taken to Tampa General Hospital, where he died from his injuries, spokeswoman Ellen Fiss said. “The entire Cirque du Soleil family is in shock and devastated by this tragedy,” reads the statement by Daniel Lamarre, President and CEO of Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, in part. “Yann had been with us for over 15 years and was loved by all who had the chance to know him. “Over the coming days and weeks, our focus will be on supporting Yann’s family and our employees, especially the VOLTA team, as we go through these difficult times together.” pic.twitter.com/L4oelKS8lT — Cirque du Soleil (@Cirque) March 18, 2018 Cirque du Soleil’s touring “Volta” show has been in production since mid-February at Tampa’s Under the Big Top, located by the Tampa Greyhound Track on Nebraska Avenue. There were two remaining shows scheduled for 1:30 and 5 p.m. Sunday, March 18, but they have been canceled, according to a statement. People who purchased tickets will be notified. The company in charge of publicizing the Tampa show issued the following statement earlier Sunday: “Yesterday night, March 17th, one of the aerial straps artists of VOLTA by Cirque du Soleil fell during his performance on stage in Tampa,” according to spokesman Jose Boza. “The artist was immediately carried out of stage to receive assistance. In order for the VOLTA team to focus on the health of the artist, the rest of the show was cancelled. [sic] “The performances that were planned today have also been cancelled. We will stay in contact with the members of the audience who had purchased tickets for the show.” The acrobat’s death is the second performer fatality in Cirque du Soleil’s history. According to the BBC, Sarah Guillot-Guyard, 31, died during a 2013 show in Las Vegas when she fell 94 feet to the floor when a safety wire detached. Olivier Rochette, a 43-year-old technician and son of one of the company’s founders, died in 2016 while setting up for a performance.