The race for Lee County Supervisor of ElectionsPunta Gorda RV residents concerned about hurricane damage
BONITA SPRINGS The race for US senate in Florida Aside from the presidential and local races, many people are watching the battle for the U.S. Senate.
FORT MYERS The race for Lee County Supervisor of Elections Voters in Lee County are going to the polls to decide the next supervisor of elections.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda RV residents concerned about hurricane damage The people at the Harbor Belle RV Resort had concerns about their homes before hurricanes Helene and Milton.
WINK NEWS How Hispanic voters in SWFL are casting their ballots The Hispanic community in Southwest Florida is seemingly divided as they cast their votes for the next president of the United States.
WEST PALM BEACH Trump and supporters gear up for election night in West Palm Beach All eyes are on the presidential election between Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump.
SANIBEL City of Sanibel to open time capsule for 50th anniversary It’s a chance to see what the past was like. 41 years ago, the city of Sanibel put items in a time capsule to be opened on the 50th anniversary of the city’s incorporation. On Tuesday, WINK News was there to see what people had to say about the island decades ago.
FORT MYERS BEACH Lee Commission approves contract to restore 2 waterfront parks on Fort Myers Beach The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted to award a contract for the design of the restoration of two waterfront parks on Fort Myers Beach.
Direct approach to hip replacement Surgeons in the United States perform more than 500,000 hip replacements every year, and that number is only expected to increase as our population ages.
ARCADIA DeSoto County Jail employee accused of trafficking contraband into facility An employee at the DeSoto County Jail has been arrested after allegedly trafficking illegal contraband into the jail.
Soluna Restaurant & Bar launches at Bayfront in Naples Emulating its namesake fusion of the sun and moon, Soluna Restaurant & Bar has arisen to illuminate the Naples dining scene.
NAPLES CFO Jimmy Patronis reminds Floridians to check their constructor contracts for post-storm fraud The Florida Department of Financial Services’ Chief Financial Officer, Jimmy Patronis, will hold a news conference in Naples on post-storm fraud prevention.
Know where your voting precinct is in Southwest Florida Election Day is only one day away, so it is important to know where to go and if you qualify to vote in Southwest Florida.
The Weather Authority Tracking Tropical Storm Rafael; expected to become hurricane The Weather Authority Meteorologists are watching the Caribbean as Tropical Storm Rafael will strengthen into a Category 1 hurricane later Tuesday night.
The Weather Authority Scattered rain and storms on this Election Day The Weather Authority is tracking scattered rain and storms along with warm temperatures throughout this Election Day Tuesday.
Where to drop off your mail-in ballots on Election Day Those who still have their mail-in ballots in Southwest Florida have two options on Election Day: vote in person or drop them off at a specified location.
BONITA SPRINGS The race for US senate in Florida Aside from the presidential and local races, many people are watching the battle for the U.S. Senate.
FORT MYERS The race for Lee County Supervisor of Elections Voters in Lee County are going to the polls to decide the next supervisor of elections.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda RV residents concerned about hurricane damage The people at the Harbor Belle RV Resort had concerns about their homes before hurricanes Helene and Milton.
WINK NEWS How Hispanic voters in SWFL are casting their ballots The Hispanic community in Southwest Florida is seemingly divided as they cast their votes for the next president of the United States.
WEST PALM BEACH Trump and supporters gear up for election night in West Palm Beach All eyes are on the presidential election between Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump.
SANIBEL City of Sanibel to open time capsule for 50th anniversary It’s a chance to see what the past was like. 41 years ago, the city of Sanibel put items in a time capsule to be opened on the 50th anniversary of the city’s incorporation. On Tuesday, WINK News was there to see what people had to say about the island decades ago.
FORT MYERS BEACH Lee Commission approves contract to restore 2 waterfront parks on Fort Myers Beach The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted to award a contract for the design of the restoration of two waterfront parks on Fort Myers Beach.
Direct approach to hip replacement Surgeons in the United States perform more than 500,000 hip replacements every year, and that number is only expected to increase as our population ages.
ARCADIA DeSoto County Jail employee accused of trafficking contraband into facility An employee at the DeSoto County Jail has been arrested after allegedly trafficking illegal contraband into the jail.
Soluna Restaurant & Bar launches at Bayfront in Naples Emulating its namesake fusion of the sun and moon, Soluna Restaurant & Bar has arisen to illuminate the Naples dining scene.
NAPLES CFO Jimmy Patronis reminds Floridians to check their constructor contracts for post-storm fraud The Florida Department of Financial Services’ Chief Financial Officer, Jimmy Patronis, will hold a news conference in Naples on post-storm fraud prevention.
Know where your voting precinct is in Southwest Florida Election Day is only one day away, so it is important to know where to go and if you qualify to vote in Southwest Florida.
The Weather Authority Tracking Tropical Storm Rafael; expected to become hurricane The Weather Authority Meteorologists are watching the Caribbean as Tropical Storm Rafael will strengthen into a Category 1 hurricane later Tuesday night.
The Weather Authority Scattered rain and storms on this Election Day The Weather Authority is tracking scattered rain and storms along with warm temperatures throughout this Election Day Tuesday.
Where to drop off your mail-in ballots on Election Day Those who still have their mail-in ballots in Southwest Florida have two options on Election Day: vote in person or drop them off at a specified location.
Hundreds of people waited in line in Lee County in late December for their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. (Credit: WINK News) Florida will begin requiring people to show proof they’re state residents before they can receive the COVID-19 vaccine. An advisory issued Thursday by Florida’s Surgeon General Scott Rivkees states prioritization will now be given to Florida residents. Today, Surgeon General Dr. Scott Rivkees signed a Public Health Advisory prioritizing Florida residents for COVID-19 vaccinations given in Florida. This advisory outlines eligibility and proof-of residency requirements. Read the full advisory here: https://t.co/qhihAeWkw7. — Florida Dept. Health (@HealthyFla) January 21, 2021 Of the more than 1.1 million people vaccinated Florida, almost 41,000 shots were given to people who don’t live in the state, and the State says no more. “I think that’s the fairest way to do it, absolutely,” said Charles Andro in Estero. Andro is one of the lucky ones. He got his first shot after getting on a waitlist in a county outside of where he lives, and he thinks the order handed down Thursday will help his neighbors he cares about. “I feel some sense of guilt, you know?” Andro said. “Why was I lucky enough to get it, and they haven’t? So that’s why I’m trying to help them out whenever I can or as best I can.” Vaccine providers will be required to make sure the recipient is either a resident of the State of Florida or is in the state as a frontline health care worker. Recipients must give the provider a Florida driver’s license or ID card. Seasonal residents can show a monthly mortgage, rent or utility bill or a lease agreement. Seasonal residents, which the State defines as people who live here for more than 31 consecutive days each year, can show the same information to get the shot. “It gives me a lot more hope, and I’m excited to think that we have half a chance now,” said Donna Lee Horn in Charlotte County. “Didn’t seem like we had a chance before.” Others know there is still very high demand for a vaccine that is still extremely limited, so they know the challenge of getting the shot isn’t going away completely. “I’m not sure my chances are that great,” said Dr. Jim Bryn, a seasonal resident of Sanibel. “I think there’s a large demand and not that large of a supply.” What you must provide for proof of residency An adult resident must provide a copy of his or her valid Florida driver license issued or a copy of a valid Florida ID card. An adult seasonal resident who can’t meet above requirements can provide a copy of two of the following that show proof of residential address: A deed, mortgage, monthly mortgage statement, mortgage payment booklet or residential rental or lease agreement A utility hookup or work order dated within 60 days before registration in the medical use registry A utility bill, not more than 2 months old. Mail from a financial institution, including checking, savings, or investment account statements, not more than 2 months old Mail from a federal, state, county, or municipal government agency, not more than 2 months old Any other documentation that provides proof of residential address as determined by department rule