The Weather Authority: Mostly sunny skies and above-average heatBay Street Yard opens for Memorial Day weekend
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Mostly sunny skies and above-average heat Most of Southwest Florida will be rain-free, hot, and sunny today.
FORT MYERS Bay Street Yard opens for Memorial Day weekend On Saturday, the new business opened its doors to the public.
FORT LAUDERDALE (AP) Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother stole more than $1 million through fraud, authorities say Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother stole more than $1 million through fraud, authorities say
PORT CHARLOTTE CCSO: 2-year-old boy shot in the hand by 4-year-old Charlotte County Fire-EMS said they treated the two-year-old boy, who had a gunshot injury to the hand.
NCAA, Power Five approve settlement sets stage for schools to pay players NCAA and Power Five conferences agree on settlement that will allow schools to pay student athletes and share revenue.
FORT MYERS Placing flags to honor the fallen on Memorial Day weekend This weekend is much more than just a backyard barbecue and some time off work. It allows us to remember our nation’s heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
SANIBEL The beach is back on Sanibel and Captiva for Memorial Day weekend Businesses on Sanibel and Captiva told WINK News they’re ready for the wave of tourism.
The Weather Authority: Here’s what to expect for your Memorial Day weekend Hot and humid weather for your holiday weekend. The UV index will be an 11!
WINK NEWS Honoring fallen soldiers at Memorial Day events across Southwest Florida Memorial Day, a day of remembrance for those who have died in the military, honors those who have served in the armed forces.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres neighbor accuses construction company of mistakenly tearing up lot Along 27th Street West in Lehigh Acres, neighbors knew it was only a matter of time before the lots next to them were developed.
FORT MYERS ECS softball celebrates first state championship Evangelical Christian School honors state champion softball team with parade on campus.
SANIBEL Sanibel hosts annual hurricane seminar to prepare for upcoming season With a very active Atlantic hurricane season ahead, they’re not taking anything for granted.
Teen’s killer out of jail after 8 months A teenager charged with manslaughter after accidentally shooting and killing his girlfriend is now out of jail after serving less than a year.
Miles apart: local mother hopes to reunite brothers from Haiti to the U.S. The process of adopting a child is different for everyone, but Michelle Reed’s passion has always been to adopt children into her family.
DOWNTOWN FORT MYERS Downtown Fort Myers Richards Building goes in foreclosure An update on the historic Richards Building in downtown Fort Myers: it’s going into foreclosure.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Mostly sunny skies and above-average heat Most of Southwest Florida will be rain-free, hot, and sunny today.
FORT MYERS Bay Street Yard opens for Memorial Day weekend On Saturday, the new business opened its doors to the public.
FORT LAUDERDALE (AP) Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother stole more than $1 million through fraud, authorities say Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother stole more than $1 million through fraud, authorities say
PORT CHARLOTTE CCSO: 2-year-old boy shot in the hand by 4-year-old Charlotte County Fire-EMS said they treated the two-year-old boy, who had a gunshot injury to the hand.
NCAA, Power Five approve settlement sets stage for schools to pay players NCAA and Power Five conferences agree on settlement that will allow schools to pay student athletes and share revenue.
FORT MYERS Placing flags to honor the fallen on Memorial Day weekend This weekend is much more than just a backyard barbecue and some time off work. It allows us to remember our nation’s heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
SANIBEL The beach is back on Sanibel and Captiva for Memorial Day weekend Businesses on Sanibel and Captiva told WINK News they’re ready for the wave of tourism.
The Weather Authority: Here’s what to expect for your Memorial Day weekend Hot and humid weather for your holiday weekend. The UV index will be an 11!
WINK NEWS Honoring fallen soldiers at Memorial Day events across Southwest Florida Memorial Day, a day of remembrance for those who have died in the military, honors those who have served in the armed forces.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres neighbor accuses construction company of mistakenly tearing up lot Along 27th Street West in Lehigh Acres, neighbors knew it was only a matter of time before the lots next to them were developed.
FORT MYERS ECS softball celebrates first state championship Evangelical Christian School honors state champion softball team with parade on campus.
SANIBEL Sanibel hosts annual hurricane seminar to prepare for upcoming season With a very active Atlantic hurricane season ahead, they’re not taking anything for granted.
Teen’s killer out of jail after 8 months A teenager charged with manslaughter after accidentally shooting and killing his girlfriend is now out of jail after serving less than a year.
Miles apart: local mother hopes to reunite brothers from Haiti to the U.S. The process of adopting a child is different for everyone, but Michelle Reed’s passion has always been to adopt children into her family.
DOWNTOWN FORT MYERS Downtown Fort Myers Richards Building goes in foreclosure An update on the historic Richards Building in downtown Fort Myers: it’s going into foreclosure.
Cape Coral GO Bond Projects-Yacht Club concept plans (Cape Coral) What does your vision of “park paradise” look like? Playgrounds, swings, nature trails? With endless possibilities and several new parks coming to Cape Coral, now is the chance for you to weigh in. Cultural Park is one of the future park sites where amenities will include walking paths and fitness stations, but before the City of Cape Coral moves forward, they want your input. Cape Coral resident Ashton Tyer says she goes to the park almost every day with her kids, “There’s a lot of shade here so you can come even on hot days.” And she says she’s looking forward to even more parks in the area. “When we first moved here, part of the reason why we chose Cape Coral over the other areas was because of all the parks,” she added. With all the new growth, the City wants your input on the design of seven future parks. WINK News reached out to some residents for feedback, and everyone says the same thing – they would like to see more amenities in the parks. Christina Harmon says she’s looking forward to more walking paths while Jo Anne Cassone says she wants to see more playgrounds and shaded areas. “Shade on the playground would be awesome just because it does get so hot,” Tyer said. Tyer also says she’s thinking about attending one of those three meetings. These parks are a part of the $60 million GO Bond project. The first of the three public input meetings will be held Tuesday, Sept. 17 at Oasis Middle School. Meetings will be held for the new neighborhood parks as well as for the community parks. The new neighborhood parks include: Crystal Lake Park (click here for concept plans) Cultural Park (click here for concept plans) Gator Circle Park (click here for concept plans) Lake Meade Park (click here for concept plans) Oasis Woods Park (click here for concept plans) Sands Park (click here for concept plans) Tropicana Park (click here for concept plans) Public input meetings for these parks are set for the following dates/times: Sept. 17 — Oasis Middle School (cafeteria) — 6-8 p.m. Sept. 18 — Diplomat Elementary (cafeteria) — 6-8 p.m. Sept. 19 — Christa McAuliffe Elementary (cafeteria) — 6-8 p.m. If you would like to provide input but cannot attend a meeting, you can complete a survey instead. The community parks include: Yacht Club (click here for concept plans) Yellow Fever Creek Preserve (click here for concept plans) Festival Park (click here for concept plans) Lake Kennedy Racquet Center (click here for concept plans) Meetings for these parks are currently to be determined. If you wish to provide input for these parks but cannot attend a meeting, please fill out the form at the bottom of this page. Below is an interactive map of parks being upgraded or built as a part of the Parks GO Bond Projects. For more information on the GO Bond Projects, click here.