Quan Martin representing SWFL on NFL Championship Sunday8-story Naples hotel passes first hurdle in approval process
LEHIGH ACRES Quan Martin representing SWFL on NFL Championship Sunday Washington Commanders safety Quan Martin, who went to Lehigh Senior High, is representing Southwest Florida on NFL Championship Sunday.
8-story Naples hotel passes first hurdle in approval process An eight-story, dual-brand luxury hotel received unanimous preliminary approval from the Naples Design Review Board, the first hurdle in a yearlong planning process.
Jacksonville Gov. Ron DeSantis to hold news conference in Jacksonville DeSantis will be joined by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Dave Kerner and Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters.
Man accused of stealing ATV from DeSoto County campground A man has been arrested after allegedly driving an ATV that was reported stolen last year in DeSoto County.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers hospital offers free autism screening for young children Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida is offering free monthly autism spectrum disorder screenings for toddlers aged 18 months to 5 years.
FWC rescues 30 sea turtles from cold waters amid freezing temperatures Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officers recently braved icy waters to rescue around 30 sea turtles.
Clarifying our style referencing the president’s name in stories WINK News has received multiple emails from viewers concerned about our approach to referring to President Donald Trump, both on-air and online, only by his last name on second reference.
Southwest Florida International Airport JetBlue begins nonstop travel from RSW to Manchester, NH The Southwest Florida International Airport has announced JetBlue will begin nonstop service to Manchester, New Hampshire.
Winkler & Gladiolus farmland sells for $19.97M, to become apartments One of the few pieces of farmland left on Gladiolus Drive in south Fort Myers has sold and will join its neighboring properties as being developed to become part of the surrounding suburbia.
Village Council seeks to put Estero sports park on fast track Village of Estero’s sports park took another step forward Jan. 22 when village leaders unanimously approved the master plan.
Lee County and partners activate Cold Weather Outreach Plan Lee County Government is coordinating with several of its partner agencies for cold-weather outreach this week.
Fort Myers man arrested on multiple charges after fleeing from FHP The Florida Highway Patrol has arrested a Fort Myers man accused of reckless driving and possession of illegal substances.
Man arrested for DUI manslaughter following fatal El Jobean Bridge crash The Florida Highway Patrol has arrested a man accused of DUI manslaughter following a fatal crash on the El Jobean Bridge in Charlotte County.
the weather authority Light showers with clouds and chilly temperatures this Thursday The Weather Authority is tracking light showers along with chillier and cloudier conditions expected throughout this Thursday.
Sanibel Prescribed burns to be considered in Sanibel; aims to protect against wildfires Residents of Sanibel may soon notice smoke rising from the island, but there is no cause for alarm.
LEHIGH ACRES Quan Martin representing SWFL on NFL Championship Sunday Washington Commanders safety Quan Martin, who went to Lehigh Senior High, is representing Southwest Florida on NFL Championship Sunday.
8-story Naples hotel passes first hurdle in approval process An eight-story, dual-brand luxury hotel received unanimous preliminary approval from the Naples Design Review Board, the first hurdle in a yearlong planning process.
Jacksonville Gov. Ron DeSantis to hold news conference in Jacksonville DeSantis will be joined by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Dave Kerner and Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters.
Man accused of stealing ATV from DeSoto County campground A man has been arrested after allegedly driving an ATV that was reported stolen last year in DeSoto County.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers hospital offers free autism screening for young children Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida is offering free monthly autism spectrum disorder screenings for toddlers aged 18 months to 5 years.
FWC rescues 30 sea turtles from cold waters amid freezing temperatures Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officers recently braved icy waters to rescue around 30 sea turtles.
Clarifying our style referencing the president’s name in stories WINK News has received multiple emails from viewers concerned about our approach to referring to President Donald Trump, both on-air and online, only by his last name on second reference.
Southwest Florida International Airport JetBlue begins nonstop travel from RSW to Manchester, NH The Southwest Florida International Airport has announced JetBlue will begin nonstop service to Manchester, New Hampshire.
Winkler & Gladiolus farmland sells for $19.97M, to become apartments One of the few pieces of farmland left on Gladiolus Drive in south Fort Myers has sold and will join its neighboring properties as being developed to become part of the surrounding suburbia.
Village Council seeks to put Estero sports park on fast track Village of Estero’s sports park took another step forward Jan. 22 when village leaders unanimously approved the master plan.
Lee County and partners activate Cold Weather Outreach Plan Lee County Government is coordinating with several of its partner agencies for cold-weather outreach this week.
Fort Myers man arrested on multiple charges after fleeing from FHP The Florida Highway Patrol has arrested a Fort Myers man accused of reckless driving and possession of illegal substances.
Man arrested for DUI manslaughter following fatal El Jobean Bridge crash The Florida Highway Patrol has arrested a man accused of DUI manslaughter following a fatal crash on the El Jobean Bridge in Charlotte County.
the weather authority Light showers with clouds and chilly temperatures this Thursday The Weather Authority is tracking light showers along with chillier and cloudier conditions expected throughout this Thursday.
Sanibel Prescribed burns to be considered in Sanibel; aims to protect against wildfires Residents of Sanibel may soon notice smoke rising from the island, but there is no cause for alarm.
The City of Naples has recently implemented new restrictions for parking at city beaches and says there have been several questions in regards to beach parking permit stickers. Below is a list of FAQs released by the city to answer those questions, as well as where you can get a parking permit. My beach sticker is expired, will I get a ticket? If you have a beach sticker (properly displayed), January-May 2020, you will NOT be ticketed. This is because offices have been closed due to the quarantine and people have been unable to get a new one. Where can I get a beach sticker now? Normally, you can get them at most parks, some libraries, and government centers, but again, with quarantine, those offices have been closed. In addition, the City of Naples confirms that two offices are now open and currently issuing beach stickers, however, they suggest you call before heading over to be sure. They will require your original vehicle registration and driver’s license in order to issue the beach parking permit. Collier County Tax Collector – 3291 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, FL 34112, phone # 239-252-8172. Hours are Monday-Friday 8 a.m. -5 p.m. North Collier Government Services Center – 2335 Orange Blossom Dr., Naples, FL 34109, phone # 239-252-8999. Hours are Monday-Friday 9 a.m. -6 p.m. Beginning Friday, May 15 the following locations will also be open to issue Collier County Beach Parking Permits from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Golden Gate Community Center, 4701 Golden Gate Pkwy, Naples, 34116; *Veterans Community Park, 1895 Veterans Park Drive, Naples, 34109; East Naples Community Park, 3500 Thomasson Drive, Naples, 34112; and *Sun-N-Fun Splash Park Ticket Office at North Collier Regional Park, 15000 Livingston Road, Naples, 34109. PLEASE NOTE: The beach parking permit sticker must be permanently adhered to the driver’s side lower-left corner of the windshield to be valid. No tape or lamination. Collier County passes Collier County beach parking passes can be accessed or renewed Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., starting Friday, May 15, 2020, at the following locations: Golden Gate Community Center, 4701 Golden Gate Pkwy, Naples Veterans Community Park, 1895 Veterans Park Drive, Naples East Naples Community Park, 3500 Thomasson Drive, Naples Sun-N-Fun Splash Park Ticket Office at North Collier Regional Park, 15000 Livingston Road, Naples Full-time residents must provide the following to obtain a parking permit: Original current Collier County Vehicle Registration (copies not accepted) Original current Collier County Drivers License (copies not accepted) Both documents must display the same name and Collier County residence address Part-time resident property owners must provide the following to obtain a parking sticker: Valid Driver’s License (regardless of state) Valid vehicle registration/rental car agreement Current Collier County property tax bill or current closing papers for property All 3 documents must display the property owner’s name Mobile home owners please note: Mobile Home Owners must own the land the home is on if they are a part-time resident in order to qualify for the property tax paid beach permit with no payment required at the time of pickup. Taxes paid on land do not qualify the payer as a ‘property owner’, even if they own the mobile home the land rests on. Full-time residents living in mobile homes may obtain a beach parking permit.