Postal workers in Naples protest job cuts as privatization loomsWarmer day ahead, increasing rain chances this week
NAPLES Postal workers in Naples protest job cuts as privatization looms U.S. Postal Service workers are preparing to rally against potential job cuts as President Donald Trump looks to privatize the agency.
the weather authority Warmer day ahead, increasing rain chances this week The Weather Authority says to expect a warmer Sunday with more clouds than sun into the afternoon.
WINK NEWS Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up Mar. 23 While construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen, in this web-exclusive feature, knows the best way to traverse the roadways.
FORT MYERS Vintage base ball game in Fort Myers brings 1860s history to life Visitors at Terry Park had the chance to travel back in time with a vintage base ball game, showcasing America’s pastime.
NAPLES Starry Nights Gala raises $2M for Southwest Florida’s Youth Haven Youth Haven hosted its annual Starry Nights Gala, an evening dedicated to supporting abused and neglected children in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS 1 of the last WWII women veterans celebrates 100th birthday Ruth Blake, a World War II veteran, celebrated her 100th birthday with reflections on her extraordinary life and service.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral police probe SW 13th Ave home, neighbors seek answers A police investigation unfolded in Cape Coral on Saturday morning, capturing the local community’s attention.
WINK NEWS Fatal collision on I-75 in Collier County leaves 1 man dead A fatal crash on Interstate 75’s Alligator Alley in Collier County left one person dead early Saturday morning.
WINK NEWS FGCU women’s team seeks revenge against Oklahoma in NCAA tournament The FGCU women’s basketball team woke up in Oklahoma with excitement and determination.
the weather authority First weekend of spring kicks off with sun and clouds, low humidity The Weather Authority says it’s the first weekend of spring, and it is a beautiful one across Southwest Florida!
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral massage parlors under investigation for illegal services Cape Coral police have arrested individuals at three massage parlors, suspecting activities beyond advertised services.
NAPLES Collier County fair makes a prehistoric return The Collier Fair is back, and this year, it’s all about dinosaurs. To celebrate 49 years, the fair held its ceremonial ribbon cutting at the Collier Fairgrounds.
Southwest Florida Department of Education potentially coming to an end President Donald Trump has issued an executive order calling for dismantling the Department of Education
CAPE CORAL Cape City Council to vote on funding proposal for Jaycee Park Cape Coral’s efforts to upgrade Jaycee Park have hit financial hurdles, particularly with the company contracted to manage concessions and food trucks, The Reef Cape Coral LLC.
ESTERO 9th annual Eagle Radio Music Festival rocks the FGCU campus Florida Gulf Coast University held the 9th annual Eagle Radio Music Festival, which exposed students to live local acts on its front lawn.
NAPLES Postal workers in Naples protest job cuts as privatization looms U.S. Postal Service workers are preparing to rally against potential job cuts as President Donald Trump looks to privatize the agency.
the weather authority Warmer day ahead, increasing rain chances this week The Weather Authority says to expect a warmer Sunday with more clouds than sun into the afternoon.
WINK NEWS Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up Mar. 23 While construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen, in this web-exclusive feature, knows the best way to traverse the roadways.
FORT MYERS Vintage base ball game in Fort Myers brings 1860s history to life Visitors at Terry Park had the chance to travel back in time with a vintage base ball game, showcasing America’s pastime.
NAPLES Starry Nights Gala raises $2M for Southwest Florida’s Youth Haven Youth Haven hosted its annual Starry Nights Gala, an evening dedicated to supporting abused and neglected children in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS 1 of the last WWII women veterans celebrates 100th birthday Ruth Blake, a World War II veteran, celebrated her 100th birthday with reflections on her extraordinary life and service.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral police probe SW 13th Ave home, neighbors seek answers A police investigation unfolded in Cape Coral on Saturday morning, capturing the local community’s attention.
WINK NEWS Fatal collision on I-75 in Collier County leaves 1 man dead A fatal crash on Interstate 75’s Alligator Alley in Collier County left one person dead early Saturday morning.
WINK NEWS FGCU women’s team seeks revenge against Oklahoma in NCAA tournament The FGCU women’s basketball team woke up in Oklahoma with excitement and determination.
the weather authority First weekend of spring kicks off with sun and clouds, low humidity The Weather Authority says it’s the first weekend of spring, and it is a beautiful one across Southwest Florida!
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral massage parlors under investigation for illegal services Cape Coral police have arrested individuals at three massage parlors, suspecting activities beyond advertised services.
NAPLES Collier County fair makes a prehistoric return The Collier Fair is back, and this year, it’s all about dinosaurs. To celebrate 49 years, the fair held its ceremonial ribbon cutting at the Collier Fairgrounds.
Southwest Florida Department of Education potentially coming to an end President Donald Trump has issued an executive order calling for dismantling the Department of Education
CAPE CORAL Cape City Council to vote on funding proposal for Jaycee Park Cape Coral’s efforts to upgrade Jaycee Park have hit financial hurdles, particularly with the company contracted to manage concessions and food trucks, The Reef Cape Coral LLC.
ESTERO 9th annual Eagle Radio Music Festival rocks the FGCU campus Florida Gulf Coast University held the 9th annual Eagle Radio Music Festival, which exposed students to live local acts on its front lawn.
Wade Wilson is the person of interest in the recent deaths of Cape Coral women Kristine Melton and Diane Ruiz in October 2019. Credit: WINK News. A Lee County man has been formally charged on Wednesday with two counts of first-degree murder of two Cape Coral women. The heartbroken fiance of one of the women just spoke with WINK News. The suspect, Wade Wilson, 25, was formally charged Wednesday. He faces two counts of first-degree murder of Kristine Melton, 35, and Diane Ruiz, 43. The fiance of Ruiz, Scott Hannon, does not like to talk about the loss of the woman he loved. “That monster was the last one to talk to her,” Hannon said. Hannon is understandably angry about the loss of Ruiz. Wilson has been in custody up since Oct. 8, after being arrested on unrelated charges of burglary. A Lee County grand jury met Tuesday and returned the indictments, which also included two counts of battery; one count of burglary of a dwelling; and one count of petit theft. The body of Ruiz was found in a field in Cape Coral four days after she was reported missing while walking to work. “I’m still waiting for her to walk through the door,” Hannon said through tears. “But I know I’m my heart that it’s not going to happen.” Melton was found dead in her Cape Coral home on Oct. 7. Neighbors say they saw Wilson behind the wheel of a black Nissan, owned by Melton, right in the area where Diane Ruiz was found. If convicted, Wilson could face either Life in Prison or the death penalty. So far, prosecutors have not brought up the death penalty. In Wilson’s appearance Wednesday, the judge announced he would be held without bond, and was ordered to have no contact with Melissa Lynn Montez, and to avoid a specific address. Wilson’s next court date is scheduled for Nov. 25 at 8:30 a.m. Melton’s family told us they are not ready to talk about their loss. As for Ruiz, Hannon told us that her son now lives with his grandparents and her daughter lives with her father’s family in Virginia. Regardless of the legal repercussions that may happen to the suspect, Hannon will have trouble moving on from the sadness gripping him right now. “She was the light of my life,” he said. “There wasn’t a night where we didn’t kiss each other goodnight and I’m missing that right now.”