SWFL 19-year-old hurt in New Orleans terrorist attack releases statementBonita Bill’s to close Jan. 5 prior to pending $5.5M sale
FORT MYERS SWFL 19-year-old hurt in New Orleans terrorist attack releases statement One of the young women from Fort Myers hurt during the New Orleans New Year’s Eve attack is speaking out for the first time.
Bonita Bill’s to close Jan. 5 prior to pending $5.5M sale HM Restaurant Group, owners the adjacent Doc Ford’s Rum Bar and Grille and Dixie Fish Co. restaurants, has been named as the buyer.
naples Beloved Naples Zoo giant anteater, Dee Gee, passes away The Naples Zoo is mourning the loss of a beloved male giant anteater who had given nearly 10 years of joy to visitors.
Charlotte County Property Appraiser accepting applications for partial property tax refunds The Charlotte County Property Appraiser is now accepting applications for partial 2024 property tax refunds.
FORT MYERS 2 wanted for stealing an e-bike from Fort Myers business parking lot Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help identifying two men who stole an electric bike.
Hurricane Ian damages in Punta Gorda exceed $6M Multiple city-owned properties were either destroyed or damaged by Category 4 winds.
north fort myers Lee County man arrested for causing nearly $5K worth of property damage The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of causing nearly $5,000 worth of property damage to a home in North Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center opening 2 art exhibitions during Art Walk in downtown Fort Myers The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center announced its opening of two art exhibitions during the Art Walk in downtown Fort Myers.
Tim Aten Knows: More than 50 area restaurants coming in 2025 Get set for a scrumptious smorgasbord of restaurants preparing to open in the Naples area in 2025.
FORT MYERS Local bookstore on path to recovery following 2024 hurricane season An independent bookstore in Fort Myers has reopened in a new location following damages from hurricanes Helene and Milton.
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 Below-normal highs with temperatures in the 70s The Weather Authority is tracking lower-than-average temperatures due to a cold front moving through Southwest Florida this weekend.
downtown fort myers Large crowds expected for Fort Myers Seafood & Music Festival Downtown Fort Myers is on higher alert as this weekend’s 4th Annual Fort Myers Seafood & Music Festival is expected to draw large crowds.
NAPLES MANOR Neighbors react to Collier County hit-and-run that injured 2 women According to the Florida Highway Patrol, two women were severely injured after a hit-and-run on Texas Avenue in Collier County.
Decision on Vandy QB leads to ex-JUCO players gaining eligibility A former FSW volleyball player is one of the ex-JUCO student athletes to get an extra season in college following Vanderbilt’s Diego Pavia’s injunction.
FORT MYERS SWFL 19-year-old hurt in New Orleans terrorist attack releases statement One of the young women from Fort Myers hurt during the New Orleans New Year’s Eve attack is speaking out for the first time.
Bonita Bill’s to close Jan. 5 prior to pending $5.5M sale HM Restaurant Group, owners the adjacent Doc Ford’s Rum Bar and Grille and Dixie Fish Co. restaurants, has been named as the buyer.
naples Beloved Naples Zoo giant anteater, Dee Gee, passes away The Naples Zoo is mourning the loss of a beloved male giant anteater who had given nearly 10 years of joy to visitors.
Charlotte County Property Appraiser accepting applications for partial property tax refunds The Charlotte County Property Appraiser is now accepting applications for partial 2024 property tax refunds.
FORT MYERS 2 wanted for stealing an e-bike from Fort Myers business parking lot Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help identifying two men who stole an electric bike.
Hurricane Ian damages in Punta Gorda exceed $6M Multiple city-owned properties were either destroyed or damaged by Category 4 winds.
north fort myers Lee County man arrested for causing nearly $5K worth of property damage The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of causing nearly $5,000 worth of property damage to a home in North Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center opening 2 art exhibitions during Art Walk in downtown Fort Myers The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center announced its opening of two art exhibitions during the Art Walk in downtown Fort Myers.
Tim Aten Knows: More than 50 area restaurants coming in 2025 Get set for a scrumptious smorgasbord of restaurants preparing to open in the Naples area in 2025.
FORT MYERS Local bookstore on path to recovery following 2024 hurricane season An independent bookstore in Fort Myers has reopened in a new location following damages from hurricanes Helene and Milton.
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 Below-normal highs with temperatures in the 70s The Weather Authority is tracking lower-than-average temperatures due to a cold front moving through Southwest Florida this weekend.
downtown fort myers Large crowds expected for Fort Myers Seafood & Music Festival Downtown Fort Myers is on higher alert as this weekend’s 4th Annual Fort Myers Seafood & Music Festival is expected to draw large crowds.
NAPLES MANOR Neighbors react to Collier County hit-and-run that injured 2 women According to the Florida Highway Patrol, two women were severely injured after a hit-and-run on Texas Avenue in Collier County.
Decision on Vandy QB leads to ex-JUCO players gaining eligibility A former FSW volleyball player is one of the ex-JUCO student athletes to get an extra season in college following Vanderbilt’s Diego Pavia’s injunction.
Credit: WINK News. Emotions ran high at Memorial Day remembrance in Charlotte County Monday. Loved ones gathered at the Southwest Florida Vietnam Memorial Wall and the new veterans gazebo finished at Laishley Park in Punta Gorda in time for the day’s events. Watch the video above for the full report by Erika Jackson.