Candidates challenge Punta Gorda incumbents over land, building regulations1 dead after crash on SR 31 and Busbee Rd. in North Fort Myers
Candidates challenge Punta Gorda incumbents over land, building regulations A growing grassroots movement has united residents seeking to stem high density and restrict building heights, and three are challenging Punta Gorda City Council members who are up for reelection this year.
NORTH FORT MYERS 1 dead after crash on SR 31 and Busbee Rd. in North Fort Myers At around noon Wednesday, the Florida Highway Patrol said a PT Cruiser and a car hauler collided on State Road 31 and Busbee Road, near the Lee/Charlotte County line.
Man sentenced to 25 years in prison for molesting Lee County child A Florida man will spend the next 25 years in prison for molesting a child in Lee County.
LEHIGH ACRES Man accused of using stolen credit card from car burglary at Lehigh Acres CVS Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a man who allegedly used a stolen credit card at the CVS in Lehigh Acres.
ARCADIA Family of flea market murder victim struggles to find closure The family of a woman who was murdered at an Arcadia flea market continues to seek justice as the accused killer awaits trial.
NAPLES Naples man accused of possessing child porn After an investigation, a Naples man has been arrested after allegedly having child pornography in his home.
CAPE CORAL Arrest report for volunteer softball coach accused of inappropriate behavior released New details have been released about the arrest of a Cape Coral volunteer softball coach accused of sending nude photos and touching a 17-year-old student.
The Weather Authority Isolated storms pop up this afternoon and evening Afternoon of isolated storms in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach to test hurricane emergency messaging alert The Town of Fort Myers Beach is set to test its CodeRED alert system as hurricane season begins in 31 days.
FORT MYERS Students make goodie bags for kids fighting Cancer A special delivery, straight from the heart, to Galisano’s Children’s Hospital. Three 8th graders from Lexington Middle School delivered 100 goodie bags to bring smiles to kids fighting cancer.
TICE Large police presence seen at park in Tice Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputies and K-9s were seen investigating at Schindler Hall Community Park on Palm Beach Boulevard in Tice.
CAPE CORAL Lee County superintendent candidates face off in debate These three people, Denise Carlin, Morgan Wright and Sheridan Chester, are making it clear that they want the job.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA DEA to reclassify Marijuana as Schedule Three drug When you think of marijuana in Florida, You might think of an illegal drug seized by law enforcement. Kim Rivers, the CEO of Florida-based cannabis retailer Trulieve, says when used medicinally, it can help a lot of people.
FORT MYERS Expect more delays on Colonial and Fowler due to intersection project Work on the Colonial Fowler intersection in Fort Myers is underway, and there are many moving parts.
FORT MYERS Possible pay-by-text scam in downtown Fort Myers may have cost woman nearly $1,000 Pay-by-text parking may have cost one woman nearly a thousand dollars after her credit card was hacked.
Candidates challenge Punta Gorda incumbents over land, building regulations A growing grassroots movement has united residents seeking to stem high density and restrict building heights, and three are challenging Punta Gorda City Council members who are up for reelection this year.
NORTH FORT MYERS 1 dead after crash on SR 31 and Busbee Rd. in North Fort Myers At around noon Wednesday, the Florida Highway Patrol said a PT Cruiser and a car hauler collided on State Road 31 and Busbee Road, near the Lee/Charlotte County line.
Man sentenced to 25 years in prison for molesting Lee County child A Florida man will spend the next 25 years in prison for molesting a child in Lee County.
LEHIGH ACRES Man accused of using stolen credit card from car burglary at Lehigh Acres CVS Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a man who allegedly used a stolen credit card at the CVS in Lehigh Acres.
ARCADIA Family of flea market murder victim struggles to find closure The family of a woman who was murdered at an Arcadia flea market continues to seek justice as the accused killer awaits trial.
NAPLES Naples man accused of possessing child porn After an investigation, a Naples man has been arrested after allegedly having child pornography in his home.
CAPE CORAL Arrest report for volunteer softball coach accused of inappropriate behavior released New details have been released about the arrest of a Cape Coral volunteer softball coach accused of sending nude photos and touching a 17-year-old student.
The Weather Authority Isolated storms pop up this afternoon and evening Afternoon of isolated storms in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach to test hurricane emergency messaging alert The Town of Fort Myers Beach is set to test its CodeRED alert system as hurricane season begins in 31 days.
FORT MYERS Students make goodie bags for kids fighting Cancer A special delivery, straight from the heart, to Galisano’s Children’s Hospital. Three 8th graders from Lexington Middle School delivered 100 goodie bags to bring smiles to kids fighting cancer.
TICE Large police presence seen at park in Tice Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputies and K-9s were seen investigating at Schindler Hall Community Park on Palm Beach Boulevard in Tice.
CAPE CORAL Lee County superintendent candidates face off in debate These three people, Denise Carlin, Morgan Wright and Sheridan Chester, are making it clear that they want the job.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA DEA to reclassify Marijuana as Schedule Three drug When you think of marijuana in Florida, You might think of an illegal drug seized by law enforcement. Kim Rivers, the CEO of Florida-based cannabis retailer Trulieve, says when used medicinally, it can help a lot of people.
FORT MYERS Expect more delays on Colonial and Fowler due to intersection project Work on the Colonial Fowler intersection in Fort Myers is underway, and there are many moving parts.
FORT MYERS Possible pay-by-text scam in downtown Fort Myers may have cost woman nearly $1,000 Pay-by-text parking may have cost one woman nearly a thousand dollars after her credit card was hacked.
Jeff Kelly, an Army veteran, stands on top of his car. (Credit: WINK News) Each year, our nation’s heroes both at home and abroad, give everything they have for our country. Now, one Fort Myers couple is honoring their sacrifices through their auto body business and nonprofit, Salute to the Brave: Hero Project. Jeff Kelly, a U.S. Army veteran, cannot contain his tears as he sees his surprise. In front of Jeff is a shiny, red Jeep that has been customized to thank him for his service. “Just completely blown away by what I saw in front of me,” Kelly said. Linda Thompson, a co-founder of the Hero Project, said it warms her heart that it could do something for a person who did so much to protect the freedoms we enjoy each day. That is how Linda and Jim Thompson are using their Fort Myers auto body business, Savage 4×4, inspiring people by giving back to veterans and first responders. “We realize what it takes for these gentlemen to get out of bed sometimes in the morning,” Jim said. “We wanna show the appreciation.” They show their appreciation by honoring the brave by dedicating their talents and time. They repair and revamp vehicles. Sometimes, the couple will spend hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars to deliver joy on four wheels. “I know it’s just a vehicle, but it’s their trophy,” Jim said. “It’s a sense of security.” “We know that having these builds and vehicles,” Linda said, “it makes them happy.” They call it their mechanical mission. Saluting the Brave – the Hero Project is a nonprofit serving Southwest Florida’s heroes, such as Adam-Jobbers Miller. “To not be able to hand over the keys to the owner of the vehicle last year,” Jim said, “that was hard.” This year, the truck for Travis Livingston, who is a disabled Army infantryman about to be deployed to sweep bombs overseas. “It’s beat up, it’s tore up, it leaks oil,” Jim said. “But when he gets back, it’s gonna be a representation of what we feel makes him happy.” ______ If you have a hero you would like to nominate for auto services, Linda and Jim encourage you to nominate that veteran or first responder through their Hero Project website. CONTACT INFO FOR PROJECT AND UPCOMING EVENTS: To reach the Hero Project, call 239-689-1428 and ask for bookkeeping. The Hero Project has three events coming up in September: September 14th, Quarter Auction by Local Ladies Social Network from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Ranch Concert Hall in Fort Myers. September 21st, Cornhole Tournament by Cornhole USA at Mugs and Jugs in Lehigh Acres, sign-up is from 5 to 6 p.m. September 28th, The Hero Project Fundraiser by Fort Myers Brewing Company in Gateway from 4 to 11 p.m.