Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast UniversityMissing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres
Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast University Students at Florida Gulf Coast University said they don’t know the specifics of a threat made last week, but they do know it was taken care of.
Missing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres Authorities have found a missing and endangered boy in Lehigh Acres. Police asked for the public’s help in locating Zachariah McKelvin.
School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements When we think of the bus stop, we typically think of it as a safe place for our children, but one mother says the Lee County School District told her they live too close to the school to get a bus route.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast University Students at Florida Gulf Coast University said they don’t know the specifics of a threat made last week, but they do know it was taken care of.
Missing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres Authorities have found a missing and endangered boy in Lehigh Acres. Police asked for the public’s help in locating Zachariah McKelvin.
School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements When we think of the bus stop, we typically think of it as a safe place for our children, but one mother says the Lee County School District told her they live too close to the school to get a bus route.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
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.