WINK Neighborhood Watch: Deadly shooter, home invasion and drug traffickingPedestrian dead after crash on McGregor Boulevard
WINK Neighborhood Watch: Deadly shooter, home invasion and drug trafficking This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features deadly shootings, home invasions and drug trafficking.
FORT MYERS Pedestrian dead after crash on McGregor Boulevard The Fort Myers Police Department is investigating a crash that left at least one person dead Saturday night.
Sunday brings sun and clouds with chance for a stray shower The Weather Authority forecasts another seasonal day across Southwest Florida, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s to low 80s this afternoon.
Family of Eagles: FGCU volleyball star graduates with Master’s Degree Saturday marked a special day for Florida Gulf Coast University as more than 1,800 students graduated. For one student-athlete, graduating from FGCU runs in the family.
lehigh acres LCSO: Man shot by car owner protecting property The Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting in Lehigh Acres early Saturday morning.
NORTH FORT MYERS Lee County residents wait hours for D-SNAP assistance The supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) is at the Lee Civic Center all weekend, ready to help southwest Florida.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA First eaglet hatches in famous SWFL eagle nest Welcome E24! The third eaglet from the nest of M15 and F23 has hatched according to the Southwest Florida eagle camera.
Rock for Equality: SWFL non-profit hosts benefit concert for Palestine A Southwest Florida non-profit hosted a benefit concert on Friday night to help with humanitarian aid in Palestine.
Warm, breezy Saturday with a few showers possible The Weather Authority is forecasting a breezy, warm weekend in store across Southwest Florida, with the chance of a few showers, particularly on Saturday.
CAPE CORAL Active investigation underway in South Cape Coral Cape Coral police are investigating at a home on Southwest 49th Terrace in South Cape Coral early Saturday morning.
16 transported after 2 airboats crash in Collier County According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, two airboats crashed south of U.S. 41 east between mile markers 74 and 75, leaving well over a dozen people injured.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashes There could be new detectives on the block, located in your nearest auto shop. A new state bill aims at trying to stop hit-and-run drivers from getting away.
CAPE CORAL New leash on life; Cape Coral shelter dog beats cancer with drug being tested for humans A drug now being studied in human trials to kill cancerous tumors, is already approved and helping animals.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral planning a new interchange with I-75 The city of Cape Coral is in the early stages of planning a new interchange with I-75, an idea that has been discussed for more than a decade.
Tracking invasive species after hurricanes Hurricanes Helene and Milton didn’t just bring wind and rain, they brought new threats to southwest Florida’s ecosystem.
WINK Neighborhood Watch: Deadly shooter, home invasion and drug trafficking This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features deadly shootings, home invasions and drug trafficking.
FORT MYERS Pedestrian dead after crash on McGregor Boulevard The Fort Myers Police Department is investigating a crash that left at least one person dead Saturday night.
Sunday brings sun and clouds with chance for a stray shower The Weather Authority forecasts another seasonal day across Southwest Florida, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s to low 80s this afternoon.
Family of Eagles: FGCU volleyball star graduates with Master’s Degree Saturday marked a special day for Florida Gulf Coast University as more than 1,800 students graduated. For one student-athlete, graduating from FGCU runs in the family.
lehigh acres LCSO: Man shot by car owner protecting property The Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting in Lehigh Acres early Saturday morning.
NORTH FORT MYERS Lee County residents wait hours for D-SNAP assistance The supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) is at the Lee Civic Center all weekend, ready to help southwest Florida.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA First eaglet hatches in famous SWFL eagle nest Welcome E24! The third eaglet from the nest of M15 and F23 has hatched according to the Southwest Florida eagle camera.
Rock for Equality: SWFL non-profit hosts benefit concert for Palestine A Southwest Florida non-profit hosted a benefit concert on Friday night to help with humanitarian aid in Palestine.
Warm, breezy Saturday with a few showers possible The Weather Authority is forecasting a breezy, warm weekend in store across Southwest Florida, with the chance of a few showers, particularly on Saturday.
CAPE CORAL Active investigation underway in South Cape Coral Cape Coral police are investigating at a home on Southwest 49th Terrace in South Cape Coral early Saturday morning.
16 transported after 2 airboats crash in Collier County According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, two airboats crashed south of U.S. 41 east between mile markers 74 and 75, leaving well over a dozen people injured.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashes There could be new detectives on the block, located in your nearest auto shop. A new state bill aims at trying to stop hit-and-run drivers from getting away.
CAPE CORAL New leash on life; Cape Coral shelter dog beats cancer with drug being tested for humans A drug now being studied in human trials to kill cancerous tumors, is already approved and helping animals.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral planning a new interchange with I-75 The city of Cape Coral is in the early stages of planning a new interchange with I-75, an idea that has been discussed for more than a decade.
Tracking invasive species after hurricanes Hurricanes Helene and Milton didn’t just bring wind and rain, they brought new threats to southwest Florida’s ecosystem.
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.