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.
Credit: via WINK News. Some students in Southwest Florida will be back in the classroom for summer school, but some wonder if it’s too soon. A mother we spoke to said her kids hope to return to the classroom, and a health expert said it’s feasible, but guidelines must be in place and followed. Collier County Public Schools said “Jump Start 2020” begins July 6 at four elementary schools in the district. One of Susan Rober’s children is a fifth-grader at Big Cypress Elementary School in Golden Gate Estates, which is one of the locations hosting summer school. She said the “Jump Start 2020″ program will be a great test to see how things will play out for the fall. “My daughter and my son desperately want to be back in the classrooms, especially my daughter,” Rober said. “The idea of having to be behind a computer for another semester makes her really upset.” After months of online school, Rober said her kids miss their teachers and friends. “I really think we need to get back to learning,” Rober said. “And as long as it is in a safe and controlled environment, I think it is a great thing for these kids to be back in the classroom with their teachers.” Medical expert Robert Hawkes, the director of the physicians assistant program at FCGU, said that as long as the teachers and staff are prepared, it should be safe for kids to get back into the classrooms. “Learning can’t stop and it needs to continue. Kids want structured activities. So, as long as the schools are prepared for it and the parents have an understanding.” Hawkes believes it’s a good idea as long as schools follow the necessary guidelines. “They need to make sure they have enough hand sanitizer,” Hawkes said. “Enough places for people to wash their hands would be appropriate, maintaining distance certainly. It’s hard with kids, but maintaining the social distance is important, and teachers should be wearing face masks and ideally encourage the kids to do so as well.” “Jump Start” classes are for rising third and fourth graders who qualify due to status in the low 25% in reading or students with disabilities who qualify for extended school year. The summer jump start program will be 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday from July 6 to 30. Students will have lunches and transportation provided if needed. Collier County Public School sent a letter to parents saying it will make sure safety is a priority. “It would be good to see on a smaller scale how this could work,” Hawkes said. “I am hoping we are back in the classrooms this fall.” Jump Start 2020 details Locations: Big Cypress Elementary; Eden Park Elementary; Mike Davis Elementary; Shadowlawn Elementary Rising third and fourth-graders who qualify due to status in the low 25% in Reading (2019 ELA FSA and/or local progress monitoring) Students with Disabilities who qualify for Extended School Year (ESY) Breakfast and lunch will be provided Transportation provided as needed for students who live more than two miles from the school