Gov. DeSantis to hold news conference in OrlandoVolunteer Expo to be held Sanibel Community House; nearly 50 organizations in attendance
orlando Gov. DeSantis to hold news conference in Orlando Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Orlando.
sanibel Volunteer Expo to be held Sanibel Community House; nearly 50 organizations in attendance The City of Sanibel is set to hold its Volunteer Expo, an event with nearly 50 organizations aiming to give back to the community.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads-Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
the weather authority Cooler-than-average with a few showers possible this afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking cooler-than-average temperatures with a possible afternoon shower this Thursday.
PORT CHARLOTTE Community grieves as investigation continues into fatal Port Charlotte fire The state fire marshal has yet to confirm whether 70-year-old Roseanne Cantasano was the victim of a devastating house fire on Monday night.
Local influencer reacts to potential TikTok ban TikTok is more than just a place to dance, learn something new or just scroll. For the Manella family, the app is a place where they can be themselves.
Protecting the Florida Panther from urban expansion The endangered Florida Panther is the king of the Everglades but new developments could rip apart their core territory.
Local Rabbi reacts to Israel and Hamas ceasefire agreement While the news of hostages being freed has brought relief, one local rabbi who has been speaking with WINK News since the war broke out expressed mixed feelings
Tiger dams in Collier County new defense system to stop flooding Collier County is now on board with a new defense system to stop flooding.
CAPE CORAL Plans for Cape Coral airport presented to City Council An airport in Cape Coral? The idea was presented to the city council on Wednesday as part of a broader report addressing the city’s rapid growth.
CAPE CORAL Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center gets new name and logo The Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center in Cape Coral is rebranding.
NAPLES Naples Pride Fest gets green light from City Council The Naples City Council voted to approve the permit for Naples Pride Fest at Cambier Park.
Former Lee supervisor of elections candidate calls for Sheriff Marceno to resign More fingers are pointing at Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno.
NORTH FORT MYERS City of Fort Myers wants progress on submerged boats at Old Bridge Marina It has become a headache for many: boats left submerged at the Old Bridge Marina, next to the Edison Bridge.
Dementia risk factors unveiled Eating healthy and staying active can help keep your brain sharp, but did you know your family’s wealth may also affect your dementia risk?
orlando Gov. DeSantis to hold news conference in Orlando Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Orlando.
sanibel Volunteer Expo to be held Sanibel Community House; nearly 50 organizations in attendance The City of Sanibel is set to hold its Volunteer Expo, an event with nearly 50 organizations aiming to give back to the community.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads-Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
the weather authority Cooler-than-average with a few showers possible this afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking cooler-than-average temperatures with a possible afternoon shower this Thursday.
PORT CHARLOTTE Community grieves as investigation continues into fatal Port Charlotte fire The state fire marshal has yet to confirm whether 70-year-old Roseanne Cantasano was the victim of a devastating house fire on Monday night.
Local influencer reacts to potential TikTok ban TikTok is more than just a place to dance, learn something new or just scroll. For the Manella family, the app is a place where they can be themselves.
Protecting the Florida Panther from urban expansion The endangered Florida Panther is the king of the Everglades but new developments could rip apart their core territory.
Local Rabbi reacts to Israel and Hamas ceasefire agreement While the news of hostages being freed has brought relief, one local rabbi who has been speaking with WINK News since the war broke out expressed mixed feelings
Tiger dams in Collier County new defense system to stop flooding Collier County is now on board with a new defense system to stop flooding.
CAPE CORAL Plans for Cape Coral airport presented to City Council An airport in Cape Coral? The idea was presented to the city council on Wednesday as part of a broader report addressing the city’s rapid growth.
CAPE CORAL Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center gets new name and logo The Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center in Cape Coral is rebranding.
NAPLES Naples Pride Fest gets green light from City Council The Naples City Council voted to approve the permit for Naples Pride Fest at Cambier Park.
Former Lee supervisor of elections candidate calls for Sheriff Marceno to resign More fingers are pointing at Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno.
NORTH FORT MYERS City of Fort Myers wants progress on submerged boats at Old Bridge Marina It has become a headache for many: boats left submerged at the Old Bridge Marina, next to the Edison Bridge.
Dementia risk factors unveiled Eating healthy and staying active can help keep your brain sharp, but did you know your family’s wealth may also affect your dementia risk?
FILE- Those who served march in the Veterans Day parade. Photo via WINK News. The City of Cape Coral comes together for a parade honoring our those who served in the place where more than 60,000 veterans call home. On Sunday, the parade that marches down Cape Coral Parkway, is a chance for SWFL residents to see some of the men and women who fought for our country. The parade will be led by a Marine Corps warrior, George Colum, who was 19-years-old when he began his service. Colum spent 18 months fighting on the front lines during the Korean War. It is a war often forgotten in history. George Colum will be the Grand Marshall at the Cape Coral Veterans Day parade. Photo via WINK News. It began on June, 25, 1950 when about 75,000 North Korean soldiers crossed the 38th parallel, which is the boundary between then-Soviet-backed Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to the north and the pro-American Republic of Korea to the south. The war is significant because it was the first military action of the Cold War. It would end three years later with about 5 million casualties. However, North and South Korea remain divided to this day. When Colum returned home, him and his comrades were not treated well by the American public. Fortunately, he said, things have changed and many veterans are now welcomed home, celebrated as heroes. But one of his most touching moments of appreciation happened when he was in Washington D.C. visiting the Korean War Memorial. “There was a family of Koreans behind us and one of them came up to me and said, ‘are you in Korea during the war?'” Colum said. “‘And I said, ‘yes I was,’ and they said, ‘I wanted to thank you for saving our country.’ “He bowed down, shook my hand and there were tears in his eyes,” Colum said. “You can’t beat that.” Roads to avoid The parade will commence at 2 p.m. But, the staging area for the parade will be blocked off, starting at 12:30 p.m. The main road that will be affected is Cape Coral Parkway. From Del Prado Blvd. S to Chester Street, roads will be closed, along with being blocked off at Layfette Street between Del Prado and Vincennes Street. The parade will enter onto the parkway at SE 15th Ave. as the floats and veterans will march about five blocks west to Candia Street before finishing at the Military Museum near 3:30 p.m. After the parade concludes at 3:30 p.m., Cape Coral Parkway should open back up. Be sure to plan ahead and allow extra time to travel.