Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast UniversityMissing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres
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 Ian.
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.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
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 Ian.
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.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
Ariel view of a home worked on by Campbell Roofing. (Credit: WINK News) At least twenty-four people tell WINK News Campbell Roofing and Sheet Metal took their money and did not complete their jobs. Everett Glover hired the Cape Coral business in September to put new roofs on three condominium buildings. He calls the experience a nightmare. “A lot of sleepless nights and worrying about what’s going to happen if we don’t get roofs on there,” he said. Glover paid almost $56,000, or about two-thirds of the total cost he was quoted. He says Campbell Roofing ripped off all three roofs, placed shingles on one and stopped showing up. Now, he says, some of the buildings are leaking. Glover said owner Joshua Campbell never answers or returns calls, forcing him to hire a lawyer. He also reported Campbell to state agencies. “I don’t think the systems working fast enough or working at all at this point, which is why I reached out to you guys,” Glover said. In multiple cases, clients say Campbell Roofing and Sheet Metal took money and never touched the roof. Larry Stone of Naples paid Campbell almost $24,000 in September 2018 and said no work was done. Sam Azraqi of Naples paid Campbell $19,400 by September 2018 and said no work was done. Kathy Myher of Naples paid Campbell $19,400 by September 2018 and said no work was done. “He’s just taking everyone’s money and not doing the work, and nobody’s doing anything about it,” Myhre said. Kim Wright of Naples said Campbell has $39,000 of her money that the company won’t return. Lori Tyll of Naples paid Campbell almost $50,000. She said by July 2018, they completed a tear off and stopped showing up. “It’s sad what he did. Took all our money and never finished the job,” she explained. Melissa Spaich, Annette Dedio and Marc Schnee said their jobs were started, but abandoned. Some clients have since fired Campbell Roofing. All are demanding refunds, several via lawsuits. Josh Campbell told WINK over the phone that people embezzled from him, that he’s chipping away at the jobs and not taking on any new work. DISCIPLINE In the past fifteen years, the DBPR has fined owner Josh Campbell, put him on probation and even suspended him. The State Attorney General’s Office told WINK they have an active consumer investigation into Campbell Roofing and Sheet Metal. Charlotte County said in August 2008, Campbell was brought before the Board for 6 counts of failing to obtain final inspections on 6 permits. In May 2009, his permitting privileges were revoked for the same offense, but for 12 counts. In February 2011, Campbell requested and received his permitting privileges restored. Last month, the Lynn Haven Police Department in Bay County charged Campbell with grand theft stemming from a roofing job. He was arrested, bonded out, and the case is pending. HOW TO BACKGROUND Before hiring a contractor, consumers should verify the contractor is both registered and licensed. Closed contractor complaints with the DBPR are posted with the license information. The county clerk’s web site will post lawsuits, small claims cases and charges. Contractor complaints can also be filed at various levels. At the state level, consumers can report issues to the State Attorney General and the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. The DBPR says local jurisdictions also have disciplinary authority over state registered contractors per s.489.131(7), Florida Statutes. In addition, local jurisdictions have disciplinary authority to suspend the permits and permitting privileges of certified contractors for willful code violations and fraud per s.489.113(4), Florida Statutes. Law enforcement agencies may also have an economic crimes unit where consumer can report concerns. Clients who lose money may also apply for the state recovery fund. In 2017-2018, The Department of Business and Professional Regulation tells us they received 139 claims. Of that number, 77 of those claims were eligible. Of the eligible claims, 44 of them were awarded money and the average claim pay out was $35,660.85. The Florida Legislature appropriated $5.5 million dollars which was available for consumers during the 2017-18 fiscal year. The amount varies from year to year depending on how much the legislature decides to appropriate.