‘It’s devastating’: Neighbor reflects on fatal fire in Port Charlotte‘The sound of death’ Neighbors concerned by amount of crashes on Joel Blvd
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘It’s devastating’: Neighbor reflects on fatal fire in Port Charlotte A devastating house fire Monday night in Port Charlotte has left one person dead and another hospitalized while neighbors mourn the possible loss of a beloved member of their community.
‘The sound of death’ Neighbors concerned by amount of crashes on Joel Blvd A woman is heartbroken from witnessing crash after crash outside her Lehigh Acres home.
Fort Myers get 15% increase on flood insurance discount WINK News is finding out what led to the city of Fort Myers going from just a 5% FEMA flood insurance discount to a 20% discount.
FORT MYERS Locals house California wildfire victims The effects of the California fires are being felt worldwide as people evacuate some are in southwest Florida.
LOVERS KEY Couple returns to Lovers Key condo post Ian While Hurricane Ian is long gone from Southwest Florida, many are still feeling its impacts.
EVERGLADES Biden signs Water Resources Development Act, its effect on SWFL President Biden recently signed into law the Water Resources Development Act with an aim to improve rivers and harbors across the country and provide for the conservation of water. Southwest Florida was included in that act. Putting the 240-page plan together took a lot of work, not just from state and federal lawmakers, but also […]
Turning business travel into a vacation Would work travel seem a little easier if you could turn it into a vacation? Two professors say they have proof that would help business travel.
The future of biometrics: Safer security or new AI risks? In 2021, the Transportation Service Agency (TSA) launched its new touchless identity solution in the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County airport.
CAPE CORAL Pelican Elementary resource officer saves infant A school resource officer at Pelican Elementary saved an infants’ life at a traffic stop in Cape Coral.
FORT MYERS Progress being made on City View Park in Dunbar More promises made by a city that has not kept its promises for the last six years have some neighbors concerned about the future of their community.
COLLIER COUNTY Seacrest hoops player hits a full court buzzer beater Seacrest Country Day School boys basketball player Hayden Fuller hits full court buzzer beater against Aubrey Rogers.
NAPLES Cutting-edge ACL surgery reducing reinjury risk by 80% Known for its game-changing orthopedic repair options, Naples-based Arthrex has done it again.
NAPLES MacStrength FL offers sport and lifestyle training for young athletes In 2025, MacStrength FL is swinging for success with their current players and for a wider reach in its community.
You can appeal FEMA’s decision on your claim – Here’s how Now a week after the deadline for FEMA hurricane assistance has closed, the federal agency says you can appeal their decision on your claim if you don’t agree.
Naples selects city CFO as next city manager, averts national search Naples Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer Gary Young will become the next city manager, averting a lengthy, expensive national search for a replacement.
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘It’s devastating’: Neighbor reflects on fatal fire in Port Charlotte A devastating house fire Monday night in Port Charlotte has left one person dead and another hospitalized while neighbors mourn the possible loss of a beloved member of their community.
‘The sound of death’ Neighbors concerned by amount of crashes on Joel Blvd A woman is heartbroken from witnessing crash after crash outside her Lehigh Acres home.
Fort Myers get 15% increase on flood insurance discount WINK News is finding out what led to the city of Fort Myers going from just a 5% FEMA flood insurance discount to a 20% discount.
FORT MYERS Locals house California wildfire victims The effects of the California fires are being felt worldwide as people evacuate some are in southwest Florida.
LOVERS KEY Couple returns to Lovers Key condo post Ian While Hurricane Ian is long gone from Southwest Florida, many are still feeling its impacts.
EVERGLADES Biden signs Water Resources Development Act, its effect on SWFL President Biden recently signed into law the Water Resources Development Act with an aim to improve rivers and harbors across the country and provide for the conservation of water. Southwest Florida was included in that act. Putting the 240-page plan together took a lot of work, not just from state and federal lawmakers, but also […]
Turning business travel into a vacation Would work travel seem a little easier if you could turn it into a vacation? Two professors say they have proof that would help business travel.
The future of biometrics: Safer security or new AI risks? In 2021, the Transportation Service Agency (TSA) launched its new touchless identity solution in the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County airport.
CAPE CORAL Pelican Elementary resource officer saves infant A school resource officer at Pelican Elementary saved an infants’ life at a traffic stop in Cape Coral.
FORT MYERS Progress being made on City View Park in Dunbar More promises made by a city that has not kept its promises for the last six years have some neighbors concerned about the future of their community.
COLLIER COUNTY Seacrest hoops player hits a full court buzzer beater Seacrest Country Day School boys basketball player Hayden Fuller hits full court buzzer beater against Aubrey Rogers.
NAPLES Cutting-edge ACL surgery reducing reinjury risk by 80% Known for its game-changing orthopedic repair options, Naples-based Arthrex has done it again.
NAPLES MacStrength FL offers sport and lifestyle training for young athletes In 2025, MacStrength FL is swinging for success with their current players and for a wider reach in its community.
You can appeal FEMA’s decision on your claim – Here’s how Now a week after the deadline for FEMA hurricane assistance has closed, the federal agency says you can appeal their decision on your claim if you don’t agree.
Naples selects city CFO as next city manager, averts national search Naples Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer Gary Young will become the next city manager, averting a lengthy, expensive national search for a replacement.
As the coronavirus has severely impacted the economy, many Southwest Floridians have lost jobs. But, there are also companies that are hiring. Below is a list of company-submitted job openings. This list is provided as a free service to Southwest Floridians in need of employment that have been impacted by the pandemic. WINK News does not endorse any employer and you are encouraged to research any employer before accepting an offer. If your company is hiring, let us know! Email us at submissions@winknews.com. COMPANIES HIRING IN SWFL 7-Eleven 84 Lumber – window warehouse worker, window puller, door manufacturer Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery – medical assistants, front desk staff Air Pros USA – HVAC techs and installers Aldi Aloia Roland Attorneys at Law – legal assistant, attorneys, staff Alorica Amazon AMS Roofing & Exterior Home Remodeling – roofers, aluminum and siding installers City of Arcadia – Email llowe@arcadia-fl.gov or call 863-494-4114. Arthrex Assisting Hands AutoWorks USA – email autoworksusa@comcast.net Avalon Engineering – professional civil engineer with a P.E. Avow Hospice in Naples Axis Satellite and Home Theater Bailey’s General Store on Sanibel and Captiva – hiring several positions BJ’s Boys & Girls Club of Collier County Brett Air Conditioning Brightway Insurance Brookdale Senior Living Burnt Store Marina Country Club – semi-private golf course and restaurant Callaghan Tire – full-time work available – 2230 Alicia St., Fort Myers; service manager Enrique Olivares, 239-834-7402 or ftmyersservice@callaghantire.com Cambridge Security Services – security officers Cantina Laredo – all positions Capital Pawn Child’s Path in Naples – toddler and preschool teachers – email resume to Jodi Garrett, center director, at jodig@childspath.org Circle K City of Sanibel – apply online or contact Crystal Mansell crystal.mansell@mysanibel.com. Comcast Comfort Keepers of Southwest Florida Costco Covanta Lee Inc. CRH/Preferred Materials, Inc. CRT Services Culver’s CVS Pharmacy Cypress Cove at HealthPark Florida and Cypress At Home David Miller Plumbing is hiring experienced plumbers. Interested applicants can call 239-543-9539 or send resumes to info@davidmillerplumbing.com. Dealer’s Greatest Assets, Inc. – CSRs/call center agents DeRomo’s Gourmet Market & Restaurant in Bonita Springs – multiple positions Doctor’s Choice Home Care in Fort Myers and Naples, email recruiters@doctorschoicefl.com Dollar General Domino’s Pizza EHC Inc. Construction Eulen at RSW – operations, wheelchair agents and aircraft cabin cleaners Family Health Centers of Southwest Florida Firestone Complete Auto Care Florida Pool Services Fort Myers Mighty Mussels – cooks and cashiers for ’21 season Fresh Market GameTime GardenVision – merchandisers at various SWFL locations Gillis Construction – currently hiring for general construction labor and skilled tradesman in general construction. Additionally piecework roofers are desired. Inquiries can be sent to GillisConstructionJobs@hotmail.com Goodwill Green Clean Guidewell/Florida Blue Gulf Coast Village in Cape Coral Gulf Harbour Yacht & Country Club Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Hendry Counties ReStores Hole Montes HOME2 Suites Naples – part-time housekeepers Home Instead Senior Care HomeWell Care Services of Gateway/Fort Myers – caregivers Honc Industries – Diversified Construction Services HOTWORX (coming soon to Fort Myers) – training sales associates, membership sales. Email resume to manager.fl0062@hotworx.net. Hulett Environmental Services Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Janney—The Naples Complex – full-time registered private client associate Jet’s Pizza Jimmy John’s Kentucky Fried Chicken Lakehouse Kitchen & Bar at Babcock Ranch LaMorada Naples – Kitchen staff, servers, bartenders LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort Little Caesar’s Pizza LongHorn Steakhouse Loveboat Homemade Ice Cream LW Marketing LYNX Services Contact Center Marco Island Water Sports and Naples Beach Water Sports – parasail captains, banana boat captains, water sports attendants & tour guides, parasail crew and beach equipment rental attendants – email Brandon Bahr at brandon@marcoislandwatersports.com. ManorCare of Lely Palms Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls Massey Services, Inc. McKenney Home Care – Naples Murphy’s USA My Shower Door Northwestern Mutual – experienced advisors and career changers to help expansion plans in Fort Myers and Naples. Email Chad Luttrell at chad.luttrell@nm.com. Orthopedic Specialists of SW Florida Palm Island Resort in Placida Perez Health Care Group: Lehigh/Cape Coral/Naples/Fort Myers Performance Driven Workforce – part-time test car drivers in Fort Myers Physicians’ Primary Care of Southwest Florida Pine Island Family Hair Salon – manicurist, stylists. Call 239-283-7000. Pizza Hut The Preserve in Fort Myers Publix RCMA (child care and early education) Red Coconut RV Park Rib City – positions open at all Lee County locations Rick Roberts Creative Landscaping & Designs – experienced full-time landscaper, Class A CDL required. Email Tony@rrcld.com. SalusCare The Salvation Army Sam’s Club The Sandbar in Sanibel – servers, hosts and cooks. Sanibel Fish House – servers, bartenders, hostess, bussers, food runners, prep, cooks, dish washers and an assistant manager. Calls can be made to the manager at 239-472-7770. Scotlynn USA Division, Inc. Securitas – security guards; requires Security D License Seminole Casino Hotel Seniors Helping Seniors Shalimare – group home aide/behavior assistant – email recruiter@shalimare.org St. Matthew’s House – multiple positions around SWFL Storm Protection – multiple positions Sunpro Solar – solar sales specialist and lead setter Sun Sports Cycle & Watercraft Sunshine Ace Hardware Superb Mechanical Services – Service technicians and install helpers. To apply call 239-643-5111. Supercuts Lee County Superior Coach Detailing – full-time detailer – email superiorcoachdetailing2@gmail.com or call 407-516-8088 Target Total Wine Town of Fort Myers Beach Tractor Supply TRANZACT Triton Staffing South – customer service, light industrial, manufacturing positions – call 239-931-6255 or in-person interviews available between 8 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. at 11220 Metro Parkway Unit #26, Fort Myers Tropical Smoothie Cafe Truly Nolen of America Uber United Mechanical, LLC Uxari – call 877-877-9788 Vi at Bentley Village VIP America – caregivers Vitamin Shoppe Walgreen’s Walmart Wawa Wellpath in Arcadia – several positions from entry-level to therapist. WINK News – Various positions in News, Digital, Radio, Sales, and Publications. Winn-Dixie Yesukan Adult Christian Learning Center – p/t ESL adult education instructor. Email yesukan_aclc@yahoo.com. YMCA of South Collier/Marco YMCA If your company is hiring, let us know! Email us at submissions@winknews.com. This list will be updated as we learn of others who are hiring.