Crews removing derelict boats from Gilchrist Park33rd endangered Florida panther death of 2024; killed by vehicle in Hardee County
PUNTA GORDA Crews removing derelict boats from Gilchrist Park Crews are working to remove derelict boats from Gilchrist Park after several of them washed ashore during Hurricane Milton in October.
33rd endangered Florida panther death of 2024; killed by vehicle in Hardee County Another Florida panther was killed by a vehicle, this time in Hardee County, increasing the death toll of the endangered species to 33 for 2024.
the weather authority Cool and breezy for your Thursday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking cold morning conditions before temperatures warm up to the low 70s this Thursday.
Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast University Students at Florida Gulf Coast University said they don’t know the specifics of a threat made last week, but they do know it was taken care of.
Missing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres Authorities have found a missing and endangered boy in Lehigh Acres. Police asked for the public’s help in locating Zachariah McKelvin.
School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements When we think of the bus stop, we typically think of it as a safe place for our children, but one mother says the Lee County School District told her they live too close to the school to get a bus route.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Milton.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
PUNTA GORDA Crews removing derelict boats from Gilchrist Park Crews are working to remove derelict boats from Gilchrist Park after several of them washed ashore during Hurricane Milton in October.
33rd endangered Florida panther death of 2024; killed by vehicle in Hardee County Another Florida panther was killed by a vehicle, this time in Hardee County, increasing the death toll of the endangered species to 33 for 2024.
the weather authority Cool and breezy for your Thursday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking cold morning conditions before temperatures warm up to the low 70s this Thursday.
Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast University Students at Florida Gulf Coast University said they don’t know the specifics of a threat made last week, but they do know it was taken care of.
Missing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres Authorities have found a missing and endangered boy in Lehigh Acres. Police asked for the public’s help in locating Zachariah McKelvin.
School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements When we think of the bus stop, we typically think of it as a safe place for our children, but one mother says the Lee County School District told her they live too close to the school to get a bus route.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Milton.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
Early voting is underway in several states throughout the country. In Southwest Florida, constituents can let their voices be heard in the midterm elections with early voting through Saturday, Nov. 3 in Lee, Collier, DeSoto counties and Sunday, Nov. 4 in Charlotte County. Otherwise, voters can cast their ballots on election day, which is Tuesday, Nov. 6. For the former, WINK News has gathered the voting locations for SWFL residents. The following are the Lee County early voting locations: The Cape Coral Branch Office (1039 SE 9TH AVE, CAPE CORAL FL 33990); The Lee County Library (921 SW 39TH TER, CAPE CORAL FL 33914); The Lee County Elections Center (13180 S CLEVELAND AVE, FORT MYERS FL 33907); The North Fort Myers Recreation Center (2000 N RECREATION PARK WAY, NORTH FORT MYERS FL 33903); The Northwest Regional Library (519 CHIQUITA BLVD N CAPE CORAL FL 33993); The Lee County Elections Bonita Springs Branch Office (25987 S TAMIAMI TRAIL #105, BONITA SPRINGS FL 34134); The Veterans Park Recreation Center (55 S HOMESTEAD RD, LEHIGH ACRES FL 33936); The Estero Recreation Center (9200 CORKSCREW PALMS BLVD, ESTERO FL 33928); and The East County Regional Library (881 GUNNERY RD N, LEHIGH ACRES FL 33971). Here are the Collier County early voting locations: The Marco Island Library (210 S HEATHWOOD DR. MARCO ISLAND FL 34145); The Cambier Park Norris Center (755 8TH AVE S. NAPLES FL 34102); The Collier County Government Complex (3311 TAMIAMI TRL E. NAPLES FL 34112); Everglades City Hall (102 COPELAND AVE. N. EVERGLADES CITY FL 34139); The Golden Gate Community Center (4701 GOLDEN GATE PKWY NAPLES FL 34116); The Immokalee Community Park (321 N. 1ST ST. IMMOKALEE FL 34142); The Library Headquarters (2385 ORANGE BLOSSOM DR. NAPLES FL 34109); The North Collier Regional Park (15000 LIVINGSTON RD. NAPLES FL 34109); and The Supervisor of Elections Office (3750 ENTERPRISE AVE. NAPLES FL 34104). Here are the Charlotte County early voting locations: The West County Annex: (6868 SAN CASA DR. ENGLEWOOD FL 34224); The Mid County Regional Library (2050 FORREST NELSON BLVD. PORT CHARLOTTE FL 33952); and The Charlotte County Historic Courthouse (226 TAYLOR ST. PUNTA GORDA FL 33950). Here is the Desoto County early voting location: Supervisor of Elections Office (201 E. OAK ST. ROOM 104 ARCADIA FL 34266). These counties have various hours of operation for the early voting period. Lee County will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Collier County has operating hours between 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Constituents in Charlotte County can vote from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Constituents in Desoto County can vote from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekends. Vote-by-mail ballots If you would prefer that your ballot be hand-delivered, you or someone you choose may return your ballot to any branch office location (not polling place) no later than 3:00 pm on Election Day. After 3:00 p.m., but no later than 7:00 pm, on Election Day, Vote-by-Mail ballots may only be returned to the Main Office. You may not return your Vote-by-Mail ballot to your polling place. However, you may surrender your ballot and vote in person. Amendments WINK News has also compiled a voting guide covering the 12 Amendments on the Florida election ballot.