CAPE CORAL Cape Coral hosts annual Holiday Boat-a-Long Families, residents, and businesses came out to enjoy Cape Coral’s annual Holiday Boat-a-Long and Christmas movie on Saturday.
FORT MYERS FGCU head volleyball coach steps down to coach UCF FGCU coach Matt Botsford announced that he is stepping down as head volleyball coach to join the University of Central Florida Knights.
FORT MYERS Top rated prospects shine in City of Palms Classic Year-after-year some of the top high school teams featuring many of the top players in the country compete in the Fort Myers Tournament.
Meals for Hope brings Southwest Florida together to fight hunger On Saturday morning, Meals for Hope held its annual Holidays Without Hunger event, aiming to ensure no one in Southwest Florida goes hungry during the holidays.
1 dead, 2 injured in four-vehicle crash on I-75 in Collier County A collision involving four vehicles on northbound Interstate 75 near mile marker 108 resulted in one fatality, minor injuries to two others, and a large paint spill.
Lee County woman’s home transforms into Santa’s Workshop for families in need One Lee County woman’s home has looked like Santa’s workshop since June.
Chilly first day of winter with plenty of sunshine overhead The Weather Authority says Saturday is the first day of the winter solstice, and it feels like it across Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Kitten recovering after surviving horrific abuse At 12 pounds and 12 weeks old, this little kitty was snatched from her home and literally dragged through the unthinkable.
Losing loved ones in the line of duty; Community offers support to Diaz family Heartbreak over Sergeant Elio Diaz’s death consumed the Charlotte County community, after the fallen hero was laid to rest Friday.
CAPTIVA Impacts of hurricane season on fishing in SWFL Whipping winds and torrential downpours are all too common with hurricanes.
CAPE CORAL What to know before gifting pets this holiday season Gifting someone a pet for Christmas may sound like a good idea but not always. Animal experts remind us that owning an animal takes a big commitment.
NAPLES ‘Beverly’s Angels’ prepare holiday sacks for kids in need Beverly’s Angels in Naples is providing kids the essentials they need during the holiday season, and they got some help from high school students across Southwest Florida.
‘He was a phenomenal human being’: Woman says Elio Diaz inspired her to turn life around WINK News has shared stories about people greatly impacted by Deputy Sergeant Elio Diaz’s work. Now we hear from a woman whose life he affected for the better.
PUNTA GORDA ShorePoint Health in Punta Gorda to permanently close If people in Punta Gorda consider themselves patients of ShorePoint Hospital, they will have to look for an alternate place of healthcare.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres Fire and Rescue District gives holiday candle safety tips Holiday celebrations are a few days away, and nothing sets the mood better than candles. This warning is best given before the holidays.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral hosts annual Holiday Boat-a-Long Families, residents, and businesses came out to enjoy Cape Coral’s annual Holiday Boat-a-Long and Christmas movie on Saturday.
FORT MYERS FGCU head volleyball coach steps down to coach UCF FGCU coach Matt Botsford announced that he is stepping down as head volleyball coach to join the University of Central Florida Knights.
FORT MYERS Top rated prospects shine in City of Palms Classic Year-after-year some of the top high school teams featuring many of the top players in the country compete in the Fort Myers Tournament.
Meals for Hope brings Southwest Florida together to fight hunger On Saturday morning, Meals for Hope held its annual Holidays Without Hunger event, aiming to ensure no one in Southwest Florida goes hungry during the holidays.
1 dead, 2 injured in four-vehicle crash on I-75 in Collier County A collision involving four vehicles on northbound Interstate 75 near mile marker 108 resulted in one fatality, minor injuries to two others, and a large paint spill.
Lee County woman’s home transforms into Santa’s Workshop for families in need One Lee County woman’s home has looked like Santa’s workshop since June.
Chilly first day of winter with plenty of sunshine overhead The Weather Authority says Saturday is the first day of the winter solstice, and it feels like it across Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Kitten recovering after surviving horrific abuse At 12 pounds and 12 weeks old, this little kitty was snatched from her home and literally dragged through the unthinkable.
Losing loved ones in the line of duty; Community offers support to Diaz family Heartbreak over Sergeant Elio Diaz’s death consumed the Charlotte County community, after the fallen hero was laid to rest Friday.
CAPTIVA Impacts of hurricane season on fishing in SWFL Whipping winds and torrential downpours are all too common with hurricanes.
CAPE CORAL What to know before gifting pets this holiday season Gifting someone a pet for Christmas may sound like a good idea but not always. Animal experts remind us that owning an animal takes a big commitment.
NAPLES ‘Beverly’s Angels’ prepare holiday sacks for kids in need Beverly’s Angels in Naples is providing kids the essentials they need during the holiday season, and they got some help from high school students across Southwest Florida.
‘He was a phenomenal human being’: Woman says Elio Diaz inspired her to turn life around WINK News has shared stories about people greatly impacted by Deputy Sergeant Elio Diaz’s work. Now we hear from a woman whose life he affected for the better.
PUNTA GORDA ShorePoint Health in Punta Gorda to permanently close If people in Punta Gorda consider themselves patients of ShorePoint Hospital, they will have to look for an alternate place of healthcare.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres Fire and Rescue District gives holiday candle safety tips Holiday celebrations are a few days away, and nothing sets the mood better than candles. This warning is best given before the holidays.
MGN Temperatures are starting to drop, and many organizations in Southwest Florida are helping those who may need a place to stay to avoid being stuck out in the cold. LEE COUNTY Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., Lee County will be mobilizing its Cold Weather Street Outreach Team and will have staff and volunteers stationed at the following designated areas with coffee to assist in transporting people to shelter due to the cold weather: Lions Park – 2550 Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901 Fort Myers Regional Library – 2450 First St, Fort Myers, FL 33901 Rosa Parks Bus Terminal – 2250 Widman Way, Fort Myers, FL 33919 Edison Mall Bus Terminal – 4125 Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901 Cape Coral Transfer Center – Cape Coral, FL 33904 Vacant Shopping Plaza at 41 and Hancock Bridge Fort Myers Beach Transfer Station Schandler Hall – 419 Florence Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33905 From there, crews will help people find shelter. Donations of blankets, socks, gloves, mittens, scarves and hand warmers are also needed. Drop off donations at any of these locations: Fort Myers Police Department – 2210 Widman Way, Fort Myers, FL 33901 24/7 donations Estero Park & Recreation Center – 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL 33928 Mon – Thurs: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fri: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sat and Sun: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. North Fort Myers Park & Recreation Center – 2000 N Recreation Park Way, North Fort Myers, FL 33903 Mon – Thurs: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fri: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sat and Sun: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Veterans Park Recreation Center – 55 Homestead Rd S, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936 Mon – Thurs: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fri: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sat and Sun: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m Wa-Ke-Hatchee Recreation Center – 16760 Bass Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33908 Mon – Thurs: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fri: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sat and Sun: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Volunteers will be distributing these items Tuesday starting at 5 p.m. at or near LeeTran bus stops. HENDRY COUNTY The United Way House at 133 N. Bridge St. in LaBelle is offering shelter Tuesday night, but visitors must be in by midnight. CHARLOTTE COUNTY The Charlotte County Homeless Coalition, 1476 Kenesaw St. in Port Charlotte, will be providing shelter. It will be accepting overnight guests between 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tuesday. The American Red Cross will be supporting the shelter with cots. COLLIER COUNTY St. Matthew’s House will have its two shelters open Tuesday night at the Campbell Lodge at 2001 Airport Rd. S., in Naples, and the Immokalee Friendship House at 602 W. Main St. Because of social distancing, the Campbell Lodge Shelter will only be able to accept eight to 10 men and three to five women (genders housed separately). Each will be given a cot and a blanket as well as some snacks, if available. Check-in starts at 8 p.m. The Immokalee Friendship House shelter will accept up to a combination of six men and women because of social distancing. They’ll also get a cot and blanket as well as snacks and breakfast. Check-in begins at 6:30 p.m.