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.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for December 11, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for Wednesday, December 11, 2024.
Second leading cause of chest pain The leading cause of cardiac chest pain is coronary artery disease, which affects over 18 million adults in the United States.
Vicky Bakery opens 26th location, first in Fort Myers A Fort Myers location just opened at 4429 Cleveland Ave., at El Dorado Plaza, just east of the Ginza sushi restaurant.
WINK News’ Matt Devitt, officials address resident flooding concerns In a slide presentation, WINK News Chief Meteorologist Matt Devitt showed surrounding coastal counties have the sensors that are installed and monitored by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
FORT MYERS RSW offering remote parking for the holidays Southwest Florida International Airport, RSW, is offering passengers RSWRemote, a reserved holiday parking option.
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.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for December 11, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for Wednesday, December 11, 2024.
Second leading cause of chest pain The leading cause of cardiac chest pain is coronary artery disease, which affects over 18 million adults in the United States.
Vicky Bakery opens 26th location, first in Fort Myers A Fort Myers location just opened at 4429 Cleveland Ave., at El Dorado Plaza, just east of the Ginza sushi restaurant.
WINK News’ Matt Devitt, officials address resident flooding concerns In a slide presentation, WINK News Chief Meteorologist Matt Devitt showed surrounding coastal counties have the sensors that are installed and monitored by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
FORT MYERS RSW offering remote parking for the holidays Southwest Florida International Airport, RSW, is offering passengers RSWRemote, a reserved holiday parking option.
Photo via WINK News Thanksgiving is a time for family. And for people like Holli Hayes, it’s a time for giving thanks that someone else is doing the cooking. “Last year was the first year we ever didn’t cook our food, and I was OK with that because we got to spend more time with family and enjoy being thankful for all of them,” Hayes said. Almost all grocery stores and some restaurants offer some kind of pre-made holiday meal, and they are priced based on the number of people it feeds, or sides included. Sherrard Bratton at The Fresh Market says there are a lot of people ordering already. “Corporately, we sold 27,000,” Bratton said. “And we are expecting to spike this year.” WINK News compared meals feeding eight to 12 people, and we found prices starting at $49.99. For $49.99, customers can get the classics, including a dessert at Publix. The meal serves 7 to 10 people, and orders will be taken up to 24 hours in advance. The meal includes: One 10 to 12 lb Butterball® fully cooked Turkey 2 1/2 lb holiday dressing 2 1/2 lb mashed potatoes 32 oz. of Publix gravy 28 oz. of Publix marshmallow delight 16 oz. of Publix cranberry orange relish The Fresh Market’s traditional meal serves 8 to 10 people and is $79.99. Orders need to be placed by Friday, 11/22. The meal includes: 10-12 lb Fully Cooked Turkey 3 lb Yukon Gold Whipped Potatoes 3 lb Traditional Herb Stuffing 30 oz Homestyle Turkey Gravy 16 oz Cranberry Relish with Walnuts 12 ct Golden Dinner Rolls Whole Food’s Market Classic Roast Turkey Meal serves 8 at $129.99. Orders will be taken up to 24 hours in advance. Meals include: Classic Roast Turkey Green Beans with Roasted Shallots (V) Creamy Mashed Potatoes Traditional Herb Stuffing Holiday Turkey Gravy Cranberry Orange Sauce (V) If you want more sides and at least two types of pie for dessert at the same price of $129.99, look to Boston Market. Their meal serves 12. If you would like the meal shipped to your door, orders must be placed by Sunday, 11/24. Meal includes: Whole Roasted Turkey (11.5 lb avg) (1) 32 oz. Spinach Artichoke Dip & Crackers (2) 32 oz. Mashed Potatoes (2) 32 oz. Vegetable Stuffing (2) 12 oz. Cranberry Walnut Relish (2) 32 oz. Gravy (12) Dinner Rolls (1) 9″ Apple Pie (1) 9″ Pumpkin Pie Boston Market also offers a ready-to-eat, hot meal through its catering department. Meals require reheating, some up to three hours. Contact your local store directly with questions.