Village Council seeks to put Estero sports park on fast trackLee County and partners activate Cold Weather Outreach Plan
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.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
FORT MYERS FGCU staff honored by Lee County NAACP for response to hate crime The Lee County NAACP honored Florida Gulf Coast University for fighting hate with love. Professor Dr. Peter Ndiangui’s home was vandalized.
Charlotte County sheriff: deputy-involved shooting suspect was on 68 medications Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell has revealed new details regarding a deputy-involved shooting on Eager Road last week.
FORT MYERS Body cam footage shows moments after shooting at Fort Myers Wawa Bodycam footage shows the moments after a shooting at a Wawa gas station which led to the arrest of a 22-year-old suspect.
PORT CHARLOTTE 1 dead in crash near El Jobean Bridge in Charlotte County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a multi-vehicle crash that killed one person.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Police Department offers scholarships to high school seniors According to the Cape Coral Police Department Facebook page, CCPD is offering scholarships for graduating seniors.
MARCO ISLAND Coin flip could solve Marco Island City Council conflict The Marco Island City Council remains deadlocked in its efforts to appoint a seventh councilor.
FORT MYERS Local leaders in SWFL focus on sustainable water solutions Water is a critical resource in Southwest Florida, supporting everything from fishing to boating and beaches.
COLLIER COUNTY Two girls hoops players from Ukraine reflect on year in SWFL Sasha Rubanova and Sonia Kiritsa reflect on the past year in Southwest Florida after leaving Ukraine.
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.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
FORT MYERS FGCU staff honored by Lee County NAACP for response to hate crime The Lee County NAACP honored Florida Gulf Coast University for fighting hate with love. Professor Dr. Peter Ndiangui’s home was vandalized.
Charlotte County sheriff: deputy-involved shooting suspect was on 68 medications Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell has revealed new details regarding a deputy-involved shooting on Eager Road last week.
FORT MYERS Body cam footage shows moments after shooting at Fort Myers Wawa Bodycam footage shows the moments after a shooting at a Wawa gas station which led to the arrest of a 22-year-old suspect.
PORT CHARLOTTE 1 dead in crash near El Jobean Bridge in Charlotte County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a multi-vehicle crash that killed one person.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Police Department offers scholarships to high school seniors According to the Cape Coral Police Department Facebook page, CCPD is offering scholarships for graduating seniors.
MARCO ISLAND Coin flip could solve Marco Island City Council conflict The Marco Island City Council remains deadlocked in its efforts to appoint a seventh councilor.
FORT MYERS Local leaders in SWFL focus on sustainable water solutions Water is a critical resource in Southwest Florida, supporting everything from fishing to boating and beaches.
COLLIER COUNTY Two girls hoops players from Ukraine reflect on year in SWFL Sasha Rubanova and Sonia Kiritsa reflect on the past year in Southwest Florida after leaving Ukraine.
SWFL guitarist AJ Mullins. Credit: Shared with WINK News. Another day, another COVID-19 record – this time in deaths as the state of Florida recorded 173 in just 24 hours. That’s another 173 families dealing with loss, the highest ever single-day increase. One friend screamed in anger that people keep dying from a virus he believes we can beat. Another took the news like it was no surprise because he sees so many people living like it will never happen to them. Both hoped AJ Mullins’ death would inspire people to take COVID-19 more seriously. It’s been almost a month, and Willie Miller still isn’t over the loss of his best friend and band member. “This coming Saturday we are finally going to lay him to rest,” Miller said. COVID-19 hit the band hard. The same day that Mullins died, Miller took to Facebook – while in the hospital fighting the virus – to warn us. “This whole thing about being a hoax, it is a lie. It is not a hoax,” he said. Today, Miller lives his worst fear – that his message didn’t get through. He’s angry and heartbroken over the news that Florida announced a record 173 people had died due to COVID-19. “That just broke my heart because I just know that all the stuff that’s happening is unnecessary. It did not have to be this way. It did not have to be this way. It didn’t.” Miller is afraid the only way enough people will take the virus seriously is to suffer like he is. “It’s going to take someone close to them. You know, mom, dad, husband, wife, you know, just that’s what it’s gonna take.” Mullins’ roommate Bill Little agrees. “I had corona, I survived it. It’s nothing to mess with, believe me. I mean, I’m still having lingering effects from it. People need to take it serious because it is serious. I mean it’s dead serious,” Little said. The band plans to host a benefit concert at Coconut Falls Tiki Bar and Grill in Fort Myers for Mullins’ sons in November – if the virus is finally under control. Since the pandemic hit Florida, 5,518 residents have died from COVID-19 complications. That’s enough people to fill two-thirds of the seats of Hertz Arena. Nearly 9% of all those deaths were in Southwest Florida, though our area only accounts for about 6.5% of the state’s population.