Boy Scouts of America changing name to more inclusive Scouting America after years of woesStormy Daniels describes meeting Trump during occasionally graphic testimony in hush money trial
IRVING, Texas (AP) Boy Scouts of America changing name to more inclusive Scouting America after years of woes The Boy Scouts of America is changing its name for the first time in its 114-year history and will become Scouting America.
NEW YORK (AP) Stormy Daniels describes meeting Trump during occasionally graphic testimony in hush money trial Stormy Daniels took the witness stand Tuesday at Donald Trump’s hush money trial, describing for jurors a sexual encounter the porn actor says she had with him in 2006
Despite SUV crash into Pastrami Dan’s, plans for 50th continue The popular local eatery reopened May 7 after being temporarily closed since a woman drove a Toyota Rav4 SUV into the side of the restaurant on the morning of May 3.
Collier County Sheriff’s deputies reminding you not to leave valuables inside the car The Collier County Sheriff’s Office said there were 30 vehicle burglaries in Collier County in April.
NORTH FORT MYERS Heavy police presence on Capitol Street home in North Fort Myers Several Lee County Sheriff’s Office and Fort Myers Fire Department units were seen outside of a home in North Fort Myers.
BONITA SPRINGS Deputies investigating death at Bonita Springs home Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating a death at a home in Bonita Springs.
Fifth Third Bank branch to be built on former SunTrust Punta Gorda site According to project plans sent to the city, the current building will be demolished, and a single-story Fifth Third Bank branch will stand in its place. Assuming approval, the branch is expected to open in the second half of 2025, a banks spokesperson said.
WINK NEWS Gov. DeSantis signs tax relief package for Floridians Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has renewed the Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday among other tax-free incentives for Floridians.
Fort Myers debates future of police review board A new law signed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will change oversight with local police departments and the citizens they protect.
FORT MYERS Lifting weights brings Bishop Verot’s football team together Football teams are spending their days in the iron paradise as spring practice is on for high school football.
LEHIGH ACRES Traffic signal for Lee Blvd. and Joan Ave. North approved The Lee Board of County Commissioners approved measures to install a traffic signal, new lighting, upgraded drainage, and more.
NORTH FORT MYERS Van catches fire after crash with trailer in North Fort Myers Several crews are responding to a crash that involved a work van and a truck pulling a trailer in North Fort Myers this morning.
CAPE CORAL 2nd teen accused in Kayla Rincon-Miller murder case to be arraigned A 16-year-old is facing adult charges for his alleged role in the murder of 15-year-old Kayla Rincon-Miller.
the weather authority Hotter and drier day ahead with isolated storms staying inland The Weather Authority is tracking a hot and dry Tuesday morning with inland isolated storms expected in the afternoon.
WINK News Lee County School Board to hold a transportation workshop With one month left for the academic year, parents’ concerns have turned to frustration as buses struggle to get kids to and from school.
IRVING, Texas (AP) Boy Scouts of America changing name to more inclusive Scouting America after years of woes The Boy Scouts of America is changing its name for the first time in its 114-year history and will become Scouting America.
NEW YORK (AP) Stormy Daniels describes meeting Trump during occasionally graphic testimony in hush money trial Stormy Daniels took the witness stand Tuesday at Donald Trump’s hush money trial, describing for jurors a sexual encounter the porn actor says she had with him in 2006
Despite SUV crash into Pastrami Dan’s, plans for 50th continue The popular local eatery reopened May 7 after being temporarily closed since a woman drove a Toyota Rav4 SUV into the side of the restaurant on the morning of May 3.
Collier County Sheriff’s deputies reminding you not to leave valuables inside the car The Collier County Sheriff’s Office said there were 30 vehicle burglaries in Collier County in April.
NORTH FORT MYERS Heavy police presence on Capitol Street home in North Fort Myers Several Lee County Sheriff’s Office and Fort Myers Fire Department units were seen outside of a home in North Fort Myers.
BONITA SPRINGS Deputies investigating death at Bonita Springs home Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating a death at a home in Bonita Springs.
Fifth Third Bank branch to be built on former SunTrust Punta Gorda site According to project plans sent to the city, the current building will be demolished, and a single-story Fifth Third Bank branch will stand in its place. Assuming approval, the branch is expected to open in the second half of 2025, a banks spokesperson said.
WINK NEWS Gov. DeSantis signs tax relief package for Floridians Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has renewed the Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday among other tax-free incentives for Floridians.
Fort Myers debates future of police review board A new law signed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will change oversight with local police departments and the citizens they protect.
FORT MYERS Lifting weights brings Bishop Verot’s football team together Football teams are spending their days in the iron paradise as spring practice is on for high school football.
LEHIGH ACRES Traffic signal for Lee Blvd. and Joan Ave. North approved The Lee Board of County Commissioners approved measures to install a traffic signal, new lighting, upgraded drainage, and more.
NORTH FORT MYERS Van catches fire after crash with trailer in North Fort Myers Several crews are responding to a crash that involved a work van and a truck pulling a trailer in North Fort Myers this morning.
CAPE CORAL 2nd teen accused in Kayla Rincon-Miller murder case to be arraigned A 16-year-old is facing adult charges for his alleged role in the murder of 15-year-old Kayla Rincon-Miller.
the weather authority Hotter and drier day ahead with isolated storms staying inland The Weather Authority is tracking a hot and dry Tuesday morning with inland isolated storms expected in the afternoon.
WINK News Lee County School Board to hold a transportation workshop With one month left for the academic year, parents’ concerns have turned to frustration as buses struggle to get kids to and from school.
(Pixabay) For many people, cooking with the family is a Christmas tradition. For others, it’s a special dinner out. Whether it’s your tradition, you’re stuck working or you have a cooking disaster, here is a list of some restaurants that are open on Christmas Day. According to RetailMeNot, the following national restaurants are open Wednesday. However, keep in mind, hours may vary by location, so you should give your restaurant of choice a call to confirm. Boston Market Buca di Beppo Buffalo Wild Wings Denny’s Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Fogo de Chao IHOP Legal Sea Foods Macaroni Grill Marie Callender’s Morton’s The Steakhouse Old Country Buffet Perkins Restaurant & Bakery Ruth’s Chris Steak House Smith & Wollensky Starbucks Waffle House If you’re looking to go somewhere that is more local, Fort Myers Beach has a long list of restaurants that are open not only on Christmas but some of them are also open on New Year’s Eve and Day. (CE = Christmas Eve; CD = Christmas Day; NYE = New Year’s Eve; NYD = New Year’s Day.) Banyan Grille – CE(buffet), NYE(buffet), NYD Bayfront Bistro – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Cabanas Beach Bar at Diamondhead – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Casablanca Cafe – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Charley’s Boathouse Grill – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Coste Island Cuisine at Diamondhead – CE, CD(buffet), NYE, NYD Deckside Cafe At Outrigger – CE, CD, NYE, NYD DeRomo’s – CE, NYE, NYD Doc Ford’s – CE, NYE, NYD Dixie Fish Co. – CE, NYE, NYD Edelweiss Burger – CD, NYE, NYD Felipe’s Mexican Taqueria – CE, NYE, NYD Fish-Tale Waterfront Dining – CE, NYE Flippers on the Bay – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Fresh Catch Bistro – CE, NYE, NYD Island Cafe – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Island View Restaurant – CE, CD(buffet), NYE, NYD Junkanoo – CE, NYE, NYD Kava Culture – CE, CD, NYE, NYD La Ola Surfside Restaurant – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Lighthouse Tiki Bar – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Love Boat Ice Cream – CE, NYE, NYD Mango Rita’s – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Matanzas on the Bay – NYE, NYD Nervous Nellie’s – CE, CD(menu), NYE, NYD Original Shrimp Dock – CE, NYE, NYD Parrot Key Caribbean Grill – CE, NYE, NYD Pete’s Time Out – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Pierside Grill – CE, NYE, NYD Pinchers Beach Bar at the Wyndham – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Pink Shell Beach Resort – CE, CD(buffet), NYE, NYD Plaka Restaurant – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Rae’s on the Beach – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Royal Scoop – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Rib City – CE, NYE Sabal Palm Patio Bar & Grill – CE, CD, NYE Seminole Casino – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Shamrock Irish Pub – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Shuckers at the Gulfshore – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Skye’s Mexican & More – CE, NYE, NYD Smokin Oyster Brewery – CE, NYE, NYD South Beach Grille – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Sun Deck at the Lani Kai – CE, CD, NYE, NYD Sunset Beach Tropical Grill – CE, CD, NYE, NYD The Beach Bar – CE, CD, NYE, NYD The Doghouse – CE, NYE, NYD The Salty Crab – NYE, NYD The Sandbar & Grille – CE, CD, NYE, NYD The Whale – CE, NYE, NYD Truly Scrumptious – CE, NYE, NYD Tuckaway Cafe – CE, NYE, NYD Yucatan Beach Stand – CE, CD, NYE, NYD According to Open Table, there are multiple restaurants across SWFL that will be open as well. Tanglewood – Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa Roy’s Bonita Springs Sails Restaurant Sale e Pepe – Marco Beach Ocean Resort South Fork Grille Continental Naples Terrazza – The Ritz-Carlton, Naples The Deck at 560 – Hilton Marco Island Resort & Spa Ristorante Farfalla Tarpon Bay at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa GameTime – Fort Myers Figs Grille Ember Korean Steakhouse Tokyo Bay – Bonita Springs Cote D’Azur AMORE Ristorante Molto Trattoria Rae’s on the Beach Lamoraga Shula’s Steak House – Naples The Claw Bar The Pearl Steak and Seafood Restaurant Noodles Italian Cafe & Sushi Bar Twisted Vine Bistro Chez Guy Yabba Island Grill Alberto’s on Fifth Escargot 41 Mezzo – The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples Jack’s Chez Boet Cavo Lounge TARTINE & TARTELETTE Van Van Cuban Cafe La Pescheria Coast Cafe Luna at Ramada Inn Naples Normandie Seaside Cafe at West Wind Inn Sushi Thai Downtown 1500 South Restaurant Verdi’s Bistro Sale e Pepe – Marco Beach Ocean Resort Tesoro – JW Marriott Marco Island TGI Fridays – Port Charlotte Latitude 26 Caffe Milano Other area restaurants that are open for the holidays: Bimini Bait Shack India’s Grill Spice Club Indian Grill Remember, if you’re looking to see if a specific restaurant is open, just give them a call or check out their website for hours. If you know of a restaurant that we missed on this list, let us know by sending us a correction email below.