Van catches fire after crash with trailer in North Fort MyersSecond teen accused in Kayla Rincon-Miller murder case to appear in court
NORTH FORT MYERS Van catches fire after crash with trailer in North Fort Myers Several crews are responding to a crash that involved a work van and a truck pulling a trailer in North Fort Myers this morning.
CAPE CORAL Second teen accused in Kayla Rincon-Miller murder case to appear in court A 16-year-old is facing adult charges for his alleged role in the murder of 15-year-old Kayla Rincon-Miller.
the weather authority Hotter and drier day ahead with isolated storms staying inland The Weather Authority is tracking a hot and dry Tuesday morning with inland isolated storms expected in the afternoon.
Cape Canaveral Streaming Now: Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in Cape Canaveral Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Cape Canaveral.
WINK News Lee County School Board to hold a transportation workshop With one month left for the academic year, parents’ concerns have turned to frustration as buses struggle to get kids to and from school.
Readying for hurricane season with Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday Hurricane season is rapidly approaching as Floridians prep for potential storms with the upcoming Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday.
NAPLES Increasing amount of homeless seniors in SWFL Saint Matthew House told Wink News that 20% of the people they shelter are over 60 years old.
NAPLES Man suspected of threatening pickelballers with machete A man has been arrested after authorities said he chased a group of pickleball players off a Naples court.
NAPLES Turtle Club in Naples reopens Following a 19-month closure because of Hurricane Ian, the Turtle Club has reopened.
FORT MYERS BEACH Hurricane season preparations at Lee County construction sites Many already know the drill when hurricane season is around the corner.
SANIBEL Bones found on Sanibel concern beachgoers A husband and wife found what appeared to be bones. What type and where they came from is being investigated.
FGCU FGCU president reflects on first year with graduating class Alico Arena was packed this weekend as Florida Gulf Coast University graduated 1,900 students in four ceremonies.
Reverse shoulder replacement offers new approach to pain management Shoulder replacement is the third most common replacement in the US, following hip and knee replacement.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Lee County teachers bargain for new raises Kevin Daly is the voice of the Lee County Teachers Union, and he says he knows firsthand the struggle teachers experience across the state.
FORT MYERS New Starbucks off Colonial expected to add to traffic headaches It’s a venti-sized traffic nightmare. That’s how Gina O’Donnell envisions the future of this plaza.
NORTH FORT MYERS Van catches fire after crash with trailer in North Fort Myers Several crews are responding to a crash that involved a work van and a truck pulling a trailer in North Fort Myers this morning.
CAPE CORAL Second teen accused in Kayla Rincon-Miller murder case to appear in court A 16-year-old is facing adult charges for his alleged role in the murder of 15-year-old Kayla Rincon-Miller.
the weather authority Hotter and drier day ahead with isolated storms staying inland The Weather Authority is tracking a hot and dry Tuesday morning with inland isolated storms expected in the afternoon.
Cape Canaveral Streaming Now: Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in Cape Canaveral Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Cape Canaveral.
WINK News Lee County School Board to hold a transportation workshop With one month left for the academic year, parents’ concerns have turned to frustration as buses struggle to get kids to and from school.
Readying for hurricane season with Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday Hurricane season is rapidly approaching as Floridians prep for potential storms with the upcoming Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday.
NAPLES Increasing amount of homeless seniors in SWFL Saint Matthew House told Wink News that 20% of the people they shelter are over 60 years old.
NAPLES Man suspected of threatening pickelballers with machete A man has been arrested after authorities said he chased a group of pickleball players off a Naples court.
NAPLES Turtle Club in Naples reopens Following a 19-month closure because of Hurricane Ian, the Turtle Club has reopened.
FORT MYERS BEACH Hurricane season preparations at Lee County construction sites Many already know the drill when hurricane season is around the corner.
SANIBEL Bones found on Sanibel concern beachgoers A husband and wife found what appeared to be bones. What type and where they came from is being investigated.
FGCU FGCU president reflects on first year with graduating class Alico Arena was packed this weekend as Florida Gulf Coast University graduated 1,900 students in four ceremonies.
Reverse shoulder replacement offers new approach to pain management Shoulder replacement is the third most common replacement in the US, following hip and knee replacement.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Lee County teachers bargain for new raises Kevin Daly is the voice of the Lee County Teachers Union, and he says he knows firsthand the struggle teachers experience across the state.
FORT MYERS New Starbucks off Colonial expected to add to traffic headaches It’s a venti-sized traffic nightmare. That’s how Gina O’Donnell envisions the future of this plaza.
WINK News captured the glow from brush fires in Collier County. 3 large wildfires have burned over 18,000 acres so far. Fire crews worked to extinguish the Greenway fire Friday morning in the Picayune State Strand Forest, according to the Florida Forest Service. The fire caused by lightning scorched 17,138 and was 85 percent contained as of 11 a.m., fire officials said. The Greenway Fire showed little fire activity and if containment lines hold, fire officials should be able to increase containment this afternoon. “Overall, the entire operation is looking good,” said Mike Weston, Center Manager for Caloosahatchee Forestry Center. “The burn out operation was a tremendous success and we appreciate the community’s cooperation.” A front is expected Saturday that will turn winds out of the North, fire officials said. Crews are preparing for potential lightning fires associated with the front. Residents are advised to prepare their homes in case of an emergency. Fire officials recommend the following: Prepare 30 feet of defensible space around your home. Clean dry and dead vegetation off the roof, out of the gutter, or from around the home. Prepare and practice an evacuation plan. For more information on wildfire prevention, click here. More: Ready, set, go: Planning, preparation tips for of fire season #GreenwayFire is 17,138 acres and 85% contained. #FlagPondFire is holding at 2,578 acres and 100% contained. Fire fighters are working to constantly monitor control lines and mop-up any heat that is near the edge of the fire. #FlFire #FlWildfire #wildfire pic.twitter.com/61CEbIAkiH — FFS Caloosahatchee (@FFS_cafc) March 30, 2018 Hendry County ‘West Boundary’ Fire The West Boundary Fire caused by lightning in Hendry County has scorched 2,642 acres and was 90 percent contained as of 11 a.m. Friday, fire officials said. #WestBoundaryFire is 2,642 acres and 90% contained. Wildland firefighters continue to monitor and patrol containment lines. #Flwildfire #wildfire #FlFire — FFS Caloosahatchee (@FFS_cafc) March 29, 2018 Forecast Fire Danger Indices Collier County had a moderate fire danger level Friday, according to the Florida Forest Service. Lee County was listed as a high fire danger level. FIRE DANGER: Moderate to High for #LeeCounty #CollierCounty #HendryCounty With the slight decrease in fire danger, residents should use this time to prepare their homes for when, not if, a #wildfire comes through. #OnlyYou #BePrepared #SWFL pic.twitter.com/kdAnAStevm — FFS Caloosahatchee (@FFS_cafc) March 30, 2018