Man accused of indecent exposure at school bus stop in Punta GordaFirefighters to perform 76-acre prescribed burn at Koreshan State Park
Punta Gorda Man accused of indecent exposure at school bus stop in Punta Gorda The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of indecent exposure at a school bus stop in Punta Gorda.
estero Firefighters to perform 76-acre prescribed burn at Koreshan State Park San Carlos Park Fire Protection & Rescue Service District performs a 76-acre prescribed burn at Koreshan State Park today.
Tim Aten Knows: 2 new eateries coming to East Naples After operating La Rosa Pizzeria for more than 15 years, owners Bill and Alda Rosa decided to sell their local business and restaurant space.
the weather authority Warmer with sun and clouds for your Friday plans The Weather Authority is tracking a warmer day ahead, with a mixture of sun and clouds expected this Friday afternoon.
FDOT to open all lanes of Caloosahatchee Bridge year ahead of construction schedule The Florida Department of Transportation announced it will open all lanes of the Caloosahatchee Bridge a year ahead of its pedestrian sidewalk project.
NAPLES 12-year-old collecting donations for the needy during the holidays A 12-year-old Naples boy isn’t worried about what he’s getting for Christmas. Instead, he’s working on his 6th annual “Holiday Sock Drive.”
Fort Myers man facing homelessness before the holidays A 75-year-old man is on the brink of homelessness despite working over 80 hours a week.
NAPLES Adoptee uses non-profit to provide suitcases for foster children This holiday season, a Naples woman is on a mission to bring foster children something many take for granted: a suitcase filled with dignity.
MARCO ISLAND City of Marco Island discusses lead awareness during city council meeting The city of Marco Island sent out 4900 letters to residents warning them that their pipes could contain plastic or lead.
NAPLES The future of electric planes in Southwest Florida Features of living near an airport include persistent headache-inducing engine rumbles and foul-smelling jet fuel, but electric planes could play a part in the solution.
PORT CHARLOTTE Neighbors awaiting answers on Port Charlotte Beach Park repairs Neighbors said a contractor hired by the Florida Division of Emergency Management mishandled the boats at Port Charlotte Beach Park.
FGCU introduces new technology for cognitive health screenings Ten minutes. That’s all it takes for doctors to assess how well you remember, how quickly you learn things, and how your brain is working overall.
WINK Investigates: Disgraced contractor faces new lawsuits and allegations Paul Beattie, a disgraced home builder is back doing business but legal challenges continue as another one of his businesses gets sued. Former employees of Beattie speak out, only to WINK.
SWFL reacts to UNC hiring Bill Belichick Southwest Florida reacts to North Carolina hiring Bill Belichick as its new head football coach and how that could impact the decisions of local recruits.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Some Floridians want more alone time during the holidays The holidays are all about spending time with family and friends, but nearly half of Americans say they really want more alone time during the holiday.
Punta Gorda Man accused of indecent exposure at school bus stop in Punta Gorda The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of indecent exposure at a school bus stop in Punta Gorda.
estero Firefighters to perform 76-acre prescribed burn at Koreshan State Park San Carlos Park Fire Protection & Rescue Service District performs a 76-acre prescribed burn at Koreshan State Park today.
Tim Aten Knows: 2 new eateries coming to East Naples After operating La Rosa Pizzeria for more than 15 years, owners Bill and Alda Rosa decided to sell their local business and restaurant space.
the weather authority Warmer with sun and clouds for your Friday plans The Weather Authority is tracking a warmer day ahead, with a mixture of sun and clouds expected this Friday afternoon.
FDOT to open all lanes of Caloosahatchee Bridge year ahead of construction schedule The Florida Department of Transportation announced it will open all lanes of the Caloosahatchee Bridge a year ahead of its pedestrian sidewalk project.
NAPLES 12-year-old collecting donations for the needy during the holidays A 12-year-old Naples boy isn’t worried about what he’s getting for Christmas. Instead, he’s working on his 6th annual “Holiday Sock Drive.”
Fort Myers man facing homelessness before the holidays A 75-year-old man is on the brink of homelessness despite working over 80 hours a week.
NAPLES Adoptee uses non-profit to provide suitcases for foster children This holiday season, a Naples woman is on a mission to bring foster children something many take for granted: a suitcase filled with dignity.
MARCO ISLAND City of Marco Island discusses lead awareness during city council meeting The city of Marco Island sent out 4900 letters to residents warning them that their pipes could contain plastic or lead.
NAPLES The future of electric planes in Southwest Florida Features of living near an airport include persistent headache-inducing engine rumbles and foul-smelling jet fuel, but electric planes could play a part in the solution.
PORT CHARLOTTE Neighbors awaiting answers on Port Charlotte Beach Park repairs Neighbors said a contractor hired by the Florida Division of Emergency Management mishandled the boats at Port Charlotte Beach Park.
FGCU introduces new technology for cognitive health screenings Ten minutes. That’s all it takes for doctors to assess how well you remember, how quickly you learn things, and how your brain is working overall.
WINK Investigates: Disgraced contractor faces new lawsuits and allegations Paul Beattie, a disgraced home builder is back doing business but legal challenges continue as another one of his businesses gets sued. Former employees of Beattie speak out, only to WINK.
SWFL reacts to UNC hiring Bill Belichick Southwest Florida reacts to North Carolina hiring Bill Belichick as its new head football coach and how that could impact the decisions of local recruits.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Some Floridians want more alone time during the holidays The holidays are all about spending time with family and friends, but nearly half of Americans say they really want more alone time during the holiday.
Deputies block traffic from a section of US 41 in Collier County Monday (March 26, 2018) due to bushfires. Credit: Chris Grisby/winknews.com Crews are working to extinguish the flames of several fires burning in Collier and Hendry counties. Eastbound US 41 was closed from San Marco Road to Port of the Islands due to zero visibility and flames near the road, but is back open as of 8 p.m. Monday. MORE: Smoke closes Alligator Alley and US 41 in Collier County Governor Rick Scott visited Southwest Florida and met with officials to tour the damage from the wildfires. This morning, I met with fire officials in southwest Florida and toured the damage from the wildfires. I will continue to be in communication with the local officials to offer any state support they need. pic.twitter.com/YlfUoHPBv9 — Rick Scott (@SenRickScott) March 26, 2018 Officials are listing the official cause of the Flag Pond, Greenway and 116th Ave fires as lightning. #FlagPondFire #GreenwayFire #116thAveSEFire the official cause for these #wildfires LIGHTNING #FLFire #Flwildfire pic.twitter.com/We0Z9HwtdR — FFS Caloosahatchee (@FFS_cafc) March 25, 2018 Collier County ‘Greenway’ fires The “116th Avenue Southeast” and “Greenway” fires have merged and are now being classified as the “Greenway” fire, the Florida Forest Service said Monday via Twitter. Eight acres have jumped over a portion of U.S. 41 and is 80 percent contained, according to forest officials. #GreenwayFire has officially jumped US-41. 8 acres have burned South of 41 and crews have the #wildfire 80% contained. No structures are threatened at this time. Roadways are still closed as firefighters work to contain the spot fire. #FLFire #Flwildfire — FFS Caloosahatchee (@FFS_cafc) March 26, 2018 Officials have just confirmed #GreenwayFire has merged with #116thAveSEFire an updated map and acreage will be out soon. #GreenwayFire will now be the fire name for both #wildfires — FFS Caloosahatchee (@FFS_cafc) March 26, 2018 The exact acreage of the two fires is unclear. The “116th Avenue Southeast” fire has previously burned 8,000 acres and is 50 percent contained, according to the Florida Forest Service. #116thAveSEFire is 8,000 acres and 50% contained. Todays weather is in our favor, containment will likely increase today. Current fire lines are holding. Great job to our wildland firefighters and @GN_Fire for all the hard work! #FLFire #Flwildfire pic.twitter.com/uIolQzFP9C — FFS Caloosahatchee (@FFS_cafc) March 26, 2018 A hunting camp was destroyed and one structure is threatened, Florida Forest Service officials said. These flames of the “Greenway” fire were previously reported to have scorched 7,239 acres and is 25 percent contained, according to the Florida Forest Service. #GreenwayFire is 7,239 acres and 25% contained. Today wildland firefighter will continue building fire line to the East and reinforcing Westside fire line in anticipation of tomorrow's weather. No structures are threatened at this time. #FLFire #Flwildfire #wildfire — FFS Caloosahatchee (@FFS_cafc) March 26, 2018 An RV home was burned in Sabal Palm. Greater Naples fire officials said residents and visitors in the Sabal Park, Verona Walk and Winding Cypress areas should stay alert. Everglades Boulevard has closed, according to fire officials. 52nd Avenue to Sabal Palm remains shut down. ACREAGE UPDATES: #WestBoundaryFire is 2,200 acres & 50% contained. #FlagPondFire is 2,600 acres & 100% contained, wildland firefighters will continue to monitor for any flare ups. #GreenwayFire is 6,600 acres & 20% contained. #116thAveSEFire is 8,000 acres & 45% contained. — FFS Caloosahatchee (@FFS_cafc) March 25, 2018 ‘Flag Pond’ fire This fire has burned 2,600 acres and is 100 percent contained as of Sunday, Greater Naples Fire said on Twitter. Hendry County ‘West Boundary’ fire This fire has charred 2,200 acres and is 50 percent contained, according to the Caloosahatchee Forestry Center #WestBoundaryFire wildland fire fighters transition from night to day operations. Crews will be monitoring current containment lines while establishing new lines where needed. #FLFire #Flwildfire #wildfire — FFS Caloosahatchee (@FFS_cafc) March 26, 2018 #WestBoundaryFire is holding at 2,200 acres and 50% containment. Wildland firefighters are transitioning to night operations #wildfire #Flfires #Flwildfire — FFS Caloosahatchee (@FFS_cafc) March 25, 2018 LEE COUNTY ‘Water Plant’ fire This fire was extinguished but was rekindled Sunday afternoon. It burned 30 acres and is 100% contained as of 8:30 p.m. Sunday. #WaterPlantFire 30 acres and 100% contained, wildland firefighters are working at widening the containment lines #FLFire #Flwildfire #wildfire — FFS Caloosahatchee (@FFS_cafc) March 26, 2018 Smoky conditions in SWFL Fire crews are urging people to remain vigilant as smoke billows from fires burning across Southwest Florida.
Smoky conditions in SWFL Fire crews are urging people to remain vigilant as smoke billows from fires burning across Southwest Florida.