Car flips, one sent to hospital after two car crash in Fort MyersThe Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your Sunday
FORT MYERS Car flips, one sent to hospital after two car crash in Fort Myers A crash involving at least two vehicles sent one person to the hospital.
The Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your Sunday Clouds and occasional sunshine this Sunday. A few brief showers are possible late in the afternoon and this evening.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
BONITA SPRINGS Police: 15-year-old injured after accidentally shot in the leg Lee County deputies say the teen was accidentally shot in the leg.
PUNTA GORDA Exclusive: Brother and best friend of accused pedophile priest speak out Riley’s brother reached out to WINK on Friday, saying people aren’t getting the full story.
IMMOKALEE Caught on video: Huge gator crosses Immokalee neighborhood Fridays in Florida are for gators
FORT MYERS FGCU softball pitcher making a name for herself One season in FGCU, freshman pitcher Allison Sparkman is already ruffling feathers in the circle.
Surrendering-pets trend at Gulf Coast Humane Society raises concerns An large amount of pets are being surrendered by their owners. About half of the dogs at the Gulf Coast Humane Society are surrender dogs.
Students benefitting from millions in sales tax dollars So far, the voter-approved half-cent sales tax has brought in $507 million for the Lee County School District.
FORT MYERS Car flips, one sent to hospital after two car crash in Fort Myers A crash involving at least two vehicles sent one person to the hospital.
The Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your Sunday Clouds and occasional sunshine this Sunday. A few brief showers are possible late in the afternoon and this evening.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
BONITA SPRINGS Police: 15-year-old injured after accidentally shot in the leg Lee County deputies say the teen was accidentally shot in the leg.
PUNTA GORDA Exclusive: Brother and best friend of accused pedophile priest speak out Riley’s brother reached out to WINK on Friday, saying people aren’t getting the full story.
IMMOKALEE Caught on video: Huge gator crosses Immokalee neighborhood Fridays in Florida are for gators
FORT MYERS FGCU softball pitcher making a name for herself One season in FGCU, freshman pitcher Allison Sparkman is already ruffling feathers in the circle.
Surrendering-pets trend at Gulf Coast Humane Society raises concerns An large amount of pets are being surrendered by their owners. About half of the dogs at the Gulf Coast Humane Society are surrender dogs.
Students benefitting from millions in sales tax dollars So far, the voter-approved half-cent sales tax has brought in $507 million for the Lee County School District.
(CBS News) A toothy grin with a stranger, a smile to a paying customer. In Italy, fashion company Dienpi is adding good vibes to safety, with their new smile-friendly surgical masks. What began worldwide as an essential item for the deaf and mute, has now become the latest must-have for Italian businesses reemerging after months of lockdown. “Transparent masks are for everyone,” says Doriana Marini, CEO and founder of Dienpi. “Anyone can use this device to have easier communication, not just with words, but also with gestures, facial expressions, lip movements….for example, to send a kiss (laughs),” she adds. Dienpi’s masks are made in Italy and assembled by hand, just like their fancy labels for the fashion industry, with clients like Valentino, Gucci and Chanel. But when coronavirus hit Italy in March, Marini was faced with a choice: shut down or pivot with the pandemic. Her factory was equipped with stitching machinery ready to go. She designed her first washable, medically-certified surgical mask, which soon became the transparent model currently getting all the hype. The transparent center panel is made of polyurethane, which is sealed to fabric using thermal-welding and stitching. The two-step process guarantees insulation even after four washes. “Demand has grown exponentially,” says Marini. “We began with requests from specific entities, such as for deaf individuals, and now we sell it and receive orders from the most varied sectors, such as hotels, restaurants, schools, and also beauticians, hairdressers. Anyone who needs to have a smile while at work.” Orders for transparent masks have already reached 15,000. Marini beta-tested the transparent masks with small businesses in her hometown of San Benedetto del Tronto. After two months of a complete standstill due to COVID-19 measures, shop owners have responded enthusiastically. Local hairdresser Barbara Celli is seeing clients who have waited months to get their hair cut. The mask makes welcoming them back a little bit easier. “Clients are coming back from a difficult time and are in need of a smile, so being able to show your mouth is very important,” says Celli. At gelato shop Cremosé, workers have new hygiene measures so selling the treats is safe. Wearing masks is a basic requirement – but the transparent panel makes dealing with customers a little bit warmer than the ice cream they’re selling. “These transparent masks are very important for us because in our job, the most important thing is a smile, first thing,” says Rossana Tartabini, owner of Cremosé Gelato shop. “A smile and also to be able to quickly understand the customer, and have them understand you too.” For one dental hygienist showing teeth is key, especially for patients with hearing loss. “Especially in my job when I try to explain tooth brushing techniques, the patient relies also on watching lip movements,” says Adele Mattioli. The cost of the mask is about $7 each. Dienpi is running further laboratory tests to certify BFE (bacterial filtration efficiency) and the degree of bacterial load on the mask’s surface.