Police respond to shots fired at Clewiston WalmartWINK Investigates: Everything we know so far about Beattie Development
CLEWISTON Police respond to shots fired at Clewiston Walmart According to the Clewiston Police Department, an active shooter was present at the Walmart in Clewiston Friday night.
WINK Investigates: Everything we know so far about Beattie Development A southwest Florida developer has now surrendered his six different contracting licenses, which include general contracting, plumbing and roofing. Paul Beattie, owner of Beattie Development cannot build homes anymore. It’s not a permanent situation, but part of a settlement agreement with the state says he’d need to pay $300,000 before he could get a new […]
Florida Attorney General speaks out following lawsuit against FEMA Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has spoken out following the filing of a lawsuit alleging that a FEMA supervisor directed aid workers to avoid going to homes in Lake Placid that had yard signs supporting Trump.
FORT MYERS BEACH How to increase odds of getting your hurricane insurance claim paid When Hurricane Helene hit Southwest Florida in September followed by Milton, many people’s lives were affected.
lehigh acres 25 students treated for heat exhaustion on Lehigh Sr. High School football field The Tice Fire Department treated around 25 students for heat exhaustion on the Lehigh Senior High School football field.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda pilots speak out on Allegiant Air strike Allegiant Air pilots said they want a new contract, one that’s amendable, fair and, in their words, what they should be paid.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach couple sues insurance over Hurricane Ian claim In the last two months, southwest Florida experienced a hurricane double punch with Helene and Milton, but for many people out there, it’s still all about Hurricane Ian from 2022.
CAPE CORAL Couple struggling after hurricanes receives $10K from Cape Coral High students A couple who lost everything to Hurricane Milton has received a blessing in more ways than one.
FORT MYERS BEACH FEMA denies extension for business trailers on Fort Myers Beach FEMA has denied an extension for business trailers on Fort Myers Beach.
Mistrial declared in case of former Hendry County deputy A mistrial has been called in the trial of Tyler Williams, a former Hendry County deputy. The court declared the mistrial after the jury could not reach a unanimous verdict on either count in the indictment. Williams was charged with two felonies in federal court in early April 2024, after knocking a handcuffed man unconscious. […]
Examining healthy breast tissue to understand how cancer starts A new approach being researched by scientists has led to the examination of healthy breast tissue to better understand how cancer develops.
Analysts: Charlotte County’s rapid population growth calls for more services Charlotte County’s population has shown unprecedented growth, increasing 5.2% from June 2023 to March 2024.
FORT MYERS Man accused of attempted burglary while nude in Fort Myers; covers head with white cloth The Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man who stands accused of attempted burglary while wearing nothing but a white cloth over his head.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man accused of breaking into 6 different businesses A man has been arrested after allegedly breaking into six different businesses in Southeast Cape Coral this month.
COLLIER COUNTY DOH-Collier issues blue-green algae health alert for Lake Avalon It’s official: the Florida Department of Health in Collier County (DOH-Collier) has issued a health alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algae toxins in Lake Avalon.
CLEWISTON Police respond to shots fired at Clewiston Walmart According to the Clewiston Police Department, an active shooter was present at the Walmart in Clewiston Friday night.
WINK Investigates: Everything we know so far about Beattie Development A southwest Florida developer has now surrendered his six different contracting licenses, which include general contracting, plumbing and roofing. Paul Beattie, owner of Beattie Development cannot build homes anymore. It’s not a permanent situation, but part of a settlement agreement with the state says he’d need to pay $300,000 before he could get a new […]
Florida Attorney General speaks out following lawsuit against FEMA Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has spoken out following the filing of a lawsuit alleging that a FEMA supervisor directed aid workers to avoid going to homes in Lake Placid that had yard signs supporting Trump.
FORT MYERS BEACH How to increase odds of getting your hurricane insurance claim paid When Hurricane Helene hit Southwest Florida in September followed by Milton, many people’s lives were affected.
lehigh acres 25 students treated for heat exhaustion on Lehigh Sr. High School football field The Tice Fire Department treated around 25 students for heat exhaustion on the Lehigh Senior High School football field.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda pilots speak out on Allegiant Air strike Allegiant Air pilots said they want a new contract, one that’s amendable, fair and, in their words, what they should be paid.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach couple sues insurance over Hurricane Ian claim In the last two months, southwest Florida experienced a hurricane double punch with Helene and Milton, but for many people out there, it’s still all about Hurricane Ian from 2022.
CAPE CORAL Couple struggling after hurricanes receives $10K from Cape Coral High students A couple who lost everything to Hurricane Milton has received a blessing in more ways than one.
FORT MYERS BEACH FEMA denies extension for business trailers on Fort Myers Beach FEMA has denied an extension for business trailers on Fort Myers Beach.
Mistrial declared in case of former Hendry County deputy A mistrial has been called in the trial of Tyler Williams, a former Hendry County deputy. The court declared the mistrial after the jury could not reach a unanimous verdict on either count in the indictment. Williams was charged with two felonies in federal court in early April 2024, after knocking a handcuffed man unconscious. […]
Examining healthy breast tissue to understand how cancer starts A new approach being researched by scientists has led to the examination of healthy breast tissue to better understand how cancer develops.
Analysts: Charlotte County’s rapid population growth calls for more services Charlotte County’s population has shown unprecedented growth, increasing 5.2% from June 2023 to March 2024.
FORT MYERS Man accused of attempted burglary while nude in Fort Myers; covers head with white cloth The Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man who stands accused of attempted burglary while wearing nothing but a white cloth over his head.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man accused of breaking into 6 different businesses A man has been arrested after allegedly breaking into six different businesses in Southeast Cape Coral this month.
COLLIER COUNTY DOH-Collier issues blue-green algae health alert for Lake Avalon It’s official: the Florida Department of Health in Collier County (DOH-Collier) has issued a health alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algae toxins in Lake Avalon.
Lee County now has a reservation system in place for COVID-19 vaccinations. A hotline to register for the vaccine opened at Noon on Jan 4., and all appointments for the week were quickly reserved. The appointments were available for frontline health care workers and people 65 and older. Florida Department of Health Lee County, Commissioner Brian Hamman, and the vendor for the reservation system held a joint press conference to explain the reservation system. More than one hundred people called into the WINK newsroom to report they were having issues getting through on the appointment line, saying they were getting a busy signal, being sent to a random phone line, or that a message would state the number wasn’t working. WINK News verified with the county that the number is correct, but the system was simply overwhelmed by the call volume. Commissioner Brian Hamman reiterated that there are more than 200,000 people who live in Lee County, who are over 65, and who want the vaccine. However, only 5,000 spots were available. Hamman added that they will continue to return calls and process appointments until 8 p.m. tonight. He reiterated you must answer the phone if you receive the callback. If you miss the call you may lose your spot. FDOH-Lee and the vendor responsible for the registration system gave an update at 1:30 p.m. Monday. You can watch a replay above or by clicking here. The number to call was 833-618-2001 to reserve a slot to receive the COVID-19 vaccine at the new site, the old Southwest Florida International Airport terminal site on Paul J. Doherty Parkway, which is off Daniels Parkway. There will be traffic signs in operation to direct people to the site. There will be a tram from the parking area to the vaccination site. The vaccination dates and times are Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. FDOH-Lee says information for the week of Jan. 11 will be announced later this week. All vaccination appointments for this week have been filled. Additional reservations will open as vaccines are received by @flhealthlee and the call center will reopen at that time. Please be patient and stay tuned to our social channels for additional updates. pic.twitter.com/iPkQK49X37 — Lee County Government (@LeeCountyFLBOCC) January 4, 2021 Officials said those with appointments need to show up 45 minutes prior to their appointment, with a photo ID and necessary paperwork. The FDOH-Lee plans to vaccinate 1,000 people on Tuesday, 2,000 on Wednesday, and 2,000 on Thursday. Nancy LeClair camped out last week for a vaccine. “We were very disappointed on how it was first rolled out because getting up at 4 o’clock in the morning and waiting or even camping out overnight, it’s just not good for older people. Older people can’t do that.” https://twitter.com/cityftmyers/status/1345836476001562627?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw Many in Lee County are thrilled that there is now an appointment system, including the Aeschlimans in Fort Myers, who say standing in the line just wasn’t feasible for them and others. “I think the sooner you get the vaccine and if everyone follows than the sooner this whole epidemic will end,” said Alan Aeschliman. If you have an appointment, the Department of Health in Lee County also asks that you don’t arrive for your appointment until, at most, 45 minutes before. “We are delighted to hear they’re going to be doing appointments and we are going to be on the phone at 12 noon,” LeClair said. DOH-Lee says not to show up if you do not have an appointment because you will be turned away. More reservations will be accepted once the county receives more vaccines, according to Commission Chairman Kevin Ruane. More information can be found at leegov.com/vaccine. Click here to download a PDF of the above map. Those with reservations can expedite the process by coming prepared: visit www.leegov.com/vaccine to read the Moderna vaccination information and to print and complete the consent form. Social distancing and masks are encouraged; take into account weather conditions. Portable toilets, handwashing stations, drinking water and some chairs will be available. For safety and security, county government and Lee County Sheriff’s Office staff will be on site. The following will not be permitted: Recreational Vehicles, campers or trailers. Only service animals will be permitted in the vaccination area. This is not a drive-thru site. The site is ADA compliant. More than 6,140 shots were administered to medical workers and people 65 and older at various sites last week. (Vaccination sites officially opened Monday, Dec. 28, in Lee County.) This total does not include medical workers vaccinated at separate sites by the Florida Department of Health-Lee. The United Way 211 line for vaccine questions is staffed 24/7. Dial 211 or 239-433-3900. The Lee County Government website now has a section of frequently asked questions that you can access by visiting this webpage. You can watch a replay of the press conference below or by clicking here.