Lee Health holds groundbreaking ceremony in Fort MyersFort Myers City Council to review 2 historic development projects
FORT MYERS Lee Health holds groundbreaking ceremony in Fort Myers Lee Health is expanding its reach and holding an event for a groundbreaking ceremony for its new Fort Myers campus.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers City Council to review 2 historic development projects The Fort Myers City Council is set to meet and discuss the development of two historic sites.
cape coral Cape Coral man accused of DUI, fleeing from police The Cape Coral Police Department has arrested a man accused of DUI while fleeing from law enforcement.
Firstborn member of SWFL eagle family dies in nest The Southwest Florida Eagle Cam announced that E24, the firstborn of the eagle family, has died.
LEHIGH ACRES Lee County offers discounted dog adoptions for Valentine’s Day Lee County Domestic Animal Services is inviting the public to celebrate Yappy Valentine’s Day by offering reduced adoption fees for adult dogs.
LEHIGH ACRES 2 men wanted for Lehigh Acres 7-Eleven robbery Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on two men wanted for a Lehigh Acres 7-Eleven robbery.
FHP releases details on fatal gas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Rd. The Florida Highway Patrol has released more information regarding the fatal gas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Road in Lee County.
the weather authority Big warm up this Monday with highs in the 70s The Weather Authority is tracking warmer weather as Southwest Florida can expect plenty of sunshine this Monday afternoon.
Man suspected of fatal domestic shooting incident in Charlotte County The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal domestic shooting incident on Holtville Avenue in South Gulf Cove.
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.
Large law enforcement presence in Charlotte County According to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, there is a large law enforcement presence in the area of Parker Drive and Lemon Bay Road.
LEHIGH ACRES Christ at Crossroads Church in Lehigh Acres catches fire According to Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District, a church in Lehigh Acres has caught fire on Sunday.
WINK News Photos of the Week: Jan. 19 – Jan 25. This week’s edition features photos from a commemorative march, a WINK News reporter receiving a special award and snow in Florida.
Gas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Road, at least 1 person dead The northbound lanes of U.S. 41 near Alico Road are currently closed due to a fatal crash involving a gas line that left one vehicle engulfed in flames.
BONITA SPRINGS Fatal crash in Bonita Springs: Motorcyclist dies on U.S. 41 According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the motorcyclist was traveling on U.S. 41 when an SUV entered the intersection, cutting in front of the motorcyclist.
FORT MYERS Lee Health holds groundbreaking ceremony in Fort Myers Lee Health is expanding its reach and holding an event for a groundbreaking ceremony for its new Fort Myers campus.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers City Council to review 2 historic development projects The Fort Myers City Council is set to meet and discuss the development of two historic sites.
cape coral Cape Coral man accused of DUI, fleeing from police The Cape Coral Police Department has arrested a man accused of DUI while fleeing from law enforcement.
Firstborn member of SWFL eagle family dies in nest The Southwest Florida Eagle Cam announced that E24, the firstborn of the eagle family, has died.
LEHIGH ACRES Lee County offers discounted dog adoptions for Valentine’s Day Lee County Domestic Animal Services is inviting the public to celebrate Yappy Valentine’s Day by offering reduced adoption fees for adult dogs.
LEHIGH ACRES 2 men wanted for Lehigh Acres 7-Eleven robbery Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on two men wanted for a Lehigh Acres 7-Eleven robbery.
FHP releases details on fatal gas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Rd. The Florida Highway Patrol has released more information regarding the fatal gas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Road in Lee County.
the weather authority Big warm up this Monday with highs in the 70s The Weather Authority is tracking warmer weather as Southwest Florida can expect plenty of sunshine this Monday afternoon.
Man suspected of fatal domestic shooting incident in Charlotte County The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal domestic shooting incident on Holtville Avenue in South Gulf Cove.
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.
Large law enforcement presence in Charlotte County According to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, there is a large law enforcement presence in the area of Parker Drive and Lemon Bay Road.
LEHIGH ACRES Christ at Crossroads Church in Lehigh Acres catches fire According to Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District, a church in Lehigh Acres has caught fire on Sunday.
WINK News Photos of the Week: Jan. 19 – Jan 25. This week’s edition features photos from a commemorative march, a WINK News reporter receiving a special award and snow in Florida.
Gas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Road, at least 1 person dead The northbound lanes of U.S. 41 near Alico Road are currently closed due to a fatal crash involving a gas line that left one vehicle engulfed in flames.
BONITA SPRINGS Fatal crash in Bonita Springs: Motorcyclist dies on U.S. 41 According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the motorcyclist was traveling on U.S. 41 when an SUV entered the intersection, cutting in front of the motorcyclist.
Credit: WINK News. Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Tuesday that all Publix Pharmacy locations in Lee County and seven locations in Charlotte County will offer the COVID-19 vaccination by appointment only beginning Thursday. By 7:03 a.m. Wednesday, all Charlotte, Collier and Lee County Publix appointments for Jan. 21 and 22 were filled. Publix store locations without pharmacies are not included. SEE CORONAVIRUS VACCINE INFORMATION AT PUBLIX PHARMACY DeSantis made the announcement at the Publix at Midpoint Center on Santa Barbara Boulevard in Cape Coral, and some who overheard the governor’s announcement cheered once he made it. “I’m thrilled to death, I’m thrilled to death,” said Julia Kreppin-Wissell. “Great news!” said Sandra McDonald. DeSantis thinks that right now, Publix is the path forward. “Some of these counties have issues with websites,” he said. “The problem with the phone is you have to have a fleet of people.” The governor said he thinks Publix has the infrastructure to handle the crush of people wanting appointments, and the ability to quickly expand. Those at the Publix where DeSantis stood on Tuesday heard that loud and clear. “One time I got a human being on the phone. Once. In my six days. One of my tries,” Kreppin-Wissell said. “We called on the very first day, that day they had 86,000 calls,” McDonald said. “I had 92 dials. Got it on the 92nd dial…it is disgusting because with older people, we really need it,” said John Hayworth. Since each Publix Pharmacy only has 100 to 125 doses to administer, the chances are low that an appointment will be snagged, but Janice Martin is hopeful she’ll get lucky because like so many others, she needs that vaccine. “Well, I have kidney disease, fourth stage,” she said. Others like Connie Hayworth, who lost her mom to the virus, say getting the vaccine would mean something to them. “It would mean a lot; I’d be thinking of my mother and all the others. It’s not just my mother, it’s all the others… it’s just terrible,” said Connie Hayworth. MORE: Vaccine resources and schedules The vaccines are only available for adults 65 years and older and are administered by appointment only. Appointments can be made online starting Wednesday, Jan. 20, for Thursday, Jan. 21, and Friday, Jan. 22, and again on Friday, Jan. 22, for slots open between Jan. 23 and Jan. 27. Appointments are not accepted by phone or in person. SEE CORONAVIRUS VACCINE INFORMATION AT PUBLIX PHARMACY According to the Publix website, starting Wednesday, Jan. 20 after 6 a.m., eligible customers can access COVID-19 vaccine appointment availability starting Thursday, Jan. 21. This includes the addition of Brevard, Charlotte, Lee, Martin, Monroe and Palm Beach counties. Publix said that more than one appointment can be made at one time, meaning that one person can register two people. Sixteen Publix pharmacies in Collier County began offering the vaccine on Jan. 14. Appointments for those locations can also be made online only. You can watch DeSantis’ press conference below or by clicking here.