Fort Myers hospital offers free autism screening for young childrenFWC rescues 30 sea turtles from cold waters amid freezing temperatures
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Charlotte Stone Crabs — formerly a Class A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays — were forced to close entirely, and there’s no plan to replace them. (Credit: WINK News) The Tampa Bay Rays are ending their affiliation with the Charlotte Stone Crabs in 2021. The Ray announced Wednesday they’ve invited the Charleston (S.C.) RiverDogs to join the Durham (N.C.) Bulls, Montgomery (Ala.) Biscuits and Bowling Green (Ky.) Hot Rods as an affiliate team. The change comes as part of Major League Baseball’s new player development structure, which begins next year. Along with the Stone Crabs, the Hudson Valley (N.Y.) Renegades and Princeton (W.V.) Rays will no longer be affiliated with the Rays. The Stone Crabs play at Charlotte Sports Park in Port Charlotte and became a Rays affiliate in 2007. The Rays will continue spring training there, but the future of the Stone Crabs is up in the air. The team is one of at least 40 minor league teams that lost their Major League connection. John Vittas called Charlotte Sports Park his office for three years as the team’s play-by-play broadcaster. “It’s a game of musical chairs and the Stone Crabs lost the game of musical chairs,” said Vittas. “For the communities that are losing that chance to see great baseball talent in their hometowns that are largely smaller markets, it’s a shame. And Port Charlotte is one of those smaller markets that really relish in having the Stone Crabs in their back yard.” Brion Travis went to many Stone Crabs games. Count him among those who will miss the minor league baseball experience. “These things bring people together and enjoy baseball and we need that now so … and it helps the economy too.” “I know this year was especially tough on them because they weren’t able to go out and do things, and they weren’t able to see their team. And to know that it’s gone permanently now, those are the people I feel for,” Vittas said. The county said it will be reviewing the “impacts of the changes as it relates to future sports and event programming at Charlotte Sports Park.” On a related note, the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels were invited by the Minnesota Twins to remain an affiliate. Statement from Charlotte County: “Charlotte County is aware of the changes made to the affiliation between the Tampa Bay Rays and Charlotte Stone Crabs owner Caribbean Baseball Initiative Group. We wish the Stone Crabs organization, players and coaches well and appreciate our partnership with them since 2016. “Charlotte County will be reviewing the impacts of the changes as it relates to future sports and event programming at Charlotte Sports Park. The county is a well-known and respected host for a number of professional, collegiate and amateur baseball organizations, tournaments and events. We look forward to exploring opportunities to expand the number of events at Charlotte Sports Park.”