Christ at Crossroads Church in Lehigh Acres catches fireGas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Road, at least 1 person dead
LEHIGH ACRES Christ at Crossroads Church in Lehigh Acres catches fire According to Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District, a church in Lehigh Acres has caught fire on Sunday.
WINK News Photos of the Week: Jan. 19 – Jan 25. This week’s edition features photos from a commemorative march, a WINK News reporter receiving a special award and snow in Florida.
Gas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Road, at least 1 person dead The northbound lanes of U.S. 41 near Alico Road are currently closed due to a fatal crash involving a gas line that left one vehicle engulfed in flames.
BONITA SPRINGS Fatal crash in Bonita Springs: Motorcyclist dies on U.S. 41 According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the motorcyclist was traveling on U.S. 41 when an SUV entered the intersection, cutting in front of the motorcyclist.
the weather authority A dry, seasonal Sunday is on tap with highs in the 70s The Weather Authority says that while it’s a comfortable and cool morning across Southwest Florida, it is going to warm right on up this afternoon into the mid to upper 70s.
FORT MYERS 1 injured in Fort Myers auto shop fire According to FMPD, one person is injured after two vehicles and a dumpster caught fire in an auto shop on Saturday afternoon.
Hendry County Sheriff’s Office seeks public’s help in deer poaching investigation The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office Agriculture Unit is seeking assistance from the public in its investigation into the illegal killing of approximately nine deer.
Deputy injured, suspect killed in shooting near State Road 72 in DeSoto County A suspect wanted on a child enticement charge out of Georgia was killed in a deputy-involved shooting early Saturday morning in DeSoto County.
ENGLEWOOD 1 dead in Englewood incident; authorities investigating There is an active investigation going on at the 3200 block of Smith Street in Englewood, where one person was found dead.
NAPLES Naples Winter Wine Festival kicks off to support Collier County children The Naples Winter Wine Festival, one of the largest charity wine auctions globally, is set to begin at the Ritz-Carlton in Naples on Saturday.
ESTERO Join the March to a Million Meals to combat hunger in Southwest Florida Food insecurity remains a significant issue in Southwest Florida, with one in eight adults and one in six children experiencing hunger.
NAPLES Last chance to enjoy Naples Boat Show’s yachts and waterfront fun The Naples Boat Show wraps up on Saturday, offering one last chance for visitors to explore an impressive lineup of boats, yachts, and waterfront fun.
CAPE CORAL SunSplash Waterpark hosts hiring event in Cape Coral As chilly temperatures linger, it might be hard to think about the hot, humid days of summer, but SunSplash Family Waterpark in Cape Coral is already preparing for the season.
the weather authority Cold Saturday morning, warmer afternoons on the way The Weather Authority says Southwest Florida woke up to the coldest temperatures in 3 years.
Neighbors react to deputy-involved shooting of man with machete New body camera footage shows the moment Charlotte County deputies opened fire on a man armed with a machete.
LEHIGH ACRES Christ at Crossroads Church in Lehigh Acres catches fire According to Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District, a church in Lehigh Acres has caught fire on Sunday.
WINK News Photos of the Week: Jan. 19 – Jan 25. This week’s edition features photos from a commemorative march, a WINK News reporter receiving a special award and snow in Florida.
Gas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Road, at least 1 person dead The northbound lanes of U.S. 41 near Alico Road are currently closed due to a fatal crash involving a gas line that left one vehicle engulfed in flames.
BONITA SPRINGS Fatal crash in Bonita Springs: Motorcyclist dies on U.S. 41 According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the motorcyclist was traveling on U.S. 41 when an SUV entered the intersection, cutting in front of the motorcyclist.
the weather authority A dry, seasonal Sunday is on tap with highs in the 70s The Weather Authority says that while it’s a comfortable and cool morning across Southwest Florida, it is going to warm right on up this afternoon into the mid to upper 70s.
FORT MYERS 1 injured in Fort Myers auto shop fire According to FMPD, one person is injured after two vehicles and a dumpster caught fire in an auto shop on Saturday afternoon.
Hendry County Sheriff’s Office seeks public’s help in deer poaching investigation The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office Agriculture Unit is seeking assistance from the public in its investigation into the illegal killing of approximately nine deer.
Deputy injured, suspect killed in shooting near State Road 72 in DeSoto County A suspect wanted on a child enticement charge out of Georgia was killed in a deputy-involved shooting early Saturday morning in DeSoto County.
ENGLEWOOD 1 dead in Englewood incident; authorities investigating There is an active investigation going on at the 3200 block of Smith Street in Englewood, where one person was found dead.
NAPLES Naples Winter Wine Festival kicks off to support Collier County children The Naples Winter Wine Festival, one of the largest charity wine auctions globally, is set to begin at the Ritz-Carlton in Naples on Saturday.
ESTERO Join the March to a Million Meals to combat hunger in Southwest Florida Food insecurity remains a significant issue in Southwest Florida, with one in eight adults and one in six children experiencing hunger.
NAPLES Last chance to enjoy Naples Boat Show’s yachts and waterfront fun The Naples Boat Show wraps up on Saturday, offering one last chance for visitors to explore an impressive lineup of boats, yachts, and waterfront fun.
CAPE CORAL SunSplash Waterpark hosts hiring event in Cape Coral As chilly temperatures linger, it might be hard to think about the hot, humid days of summer, but SunSplash Family Waterpark in Cape Coral is already preparing for the season.
the weather authority Cold Saturday morning, warmer afternoons on the way The Weather Authority says Southwest Florida woke up to the coldest temperatures in 3 years.
Neighbors react to deputy-involved shooting of man with machete New body camera footage shows the moment Charlotte County deputies opened fire on a man armed with a machete.
Remains from Filomena and James Poole’s home in Lely house fire – Photo by WINK News. Ashes are all that’s left of a couple’s home after a house fire. Filomena and James Poole lost everything nine days ago in Collier County. After WINK News’ original story aired, generous people with big hearts decided to help them. Neighbors in Lely are doing what they can to help out the Pooles in their time of need Friday. “It’s just amazing I can’t stop saying it enough,” Filomena said. “It’s amazing.” Filomena feels blessed to have neighbors and complete strangers step up to provide outreach to her and her husband. “Our friends are coming with clothes, pots and pans, saved up a coffee maker here,” Filomena said. Filomena and James didn’t have anywhere to go, so neighbor Amanda Bowerman brought them into her family’s home. Bowerman believes this was a way to give back. “When I was 17, somebody took me in,” Bowerman said. “I didn’t have a good childhood and older couple who the Lord lead to take people in, and they took me, and it has impacted me powerfully.” Filomena said her thanks can only go so are, but it means everything. “The gratitude … my husband and I are experiencing is just a level that I didn’t even think I could reach,” Filomena said. The Bowermans even found the Pooles a mobile home and will be moving it onto their property until they can back on their feet. “The Bowermans are so beautiful,” Filomena said. “Their hearts are gold.” The Pooles refuse to the let the devastating fire get them down. In fact, their love is only growing stronger. They have decided to renew their vows. “And our love for each other has never died,” James said. “It has improved 100 fold’s times 100, and that’s why I proposed to her.” The Bowerman family owns Big Island Builders, and they put in a new staircase for the Pooles just hours before the fire. The Pooles said they would have never made it out of their home alive if they didn’t have the sturdy new stairs there. “[James] said, ‘We started out with nothing; we’ll start over with nothing,’” Filomena said. “I said this time we have land. He said, ‘I’m marrying him for his land.’ Well, he’s just being silly.”