16 transported after 2 airboats crash in Collier CountyNew bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashes
16 transported after 2 airboats crash in Collier County According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, two airboats crashed south of U.S. 41 east between mile markers 74 and 75, leaving well over a dozen people injured.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashes There could be new detectives on the block, located in your nearest auto shop. A new state bill aims at trying to stop hit-and-run drivers from getting away.
CAPE CORAL New leash on life; Cape Coral shelter dog beats cancer with drug being tested for humans A drug now being studied in human trials to kill cancerous tumors, is already approved and helping animals.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral planning a new interchange with I-75 The city of Cape Coral is in the early stages of planning a new interchange with I-75, an idea that has been discussed for more than a decade.
Tracking invasive species after hurricanes Hurricanes Helene and Milton didn’t just bring wind and rain, they brought new threats to southwest Florida’s ecosystem.
PUNTA GORDA Woman in Punta Gorda shooting charged with 2nd degree murder A woman in a homicide investigation on Nasturtium Drive in Punta Gorda has been charged with 2nd-degree murder.
Lee County mother continuing fight to get children a bus stop The school district already told her she lives too close to the school to qualify for a bus route but she has not given up.
NORTH NAPLES Grant Thornton Invitational returns to Tiburon Golf Club Stars on the PGA and LPGA Tours are back in Southwest Florida for the Grant Thornton Invitational at Tiburon Golf Club.
FORT MYERS Black Flag brings classic punk energy to The Ranch in Fort Myers Legendary punk band Black Flag made their mark in Southwest Florida during the Fort Myers stop of their “First Four Years” tour.
Charlotte Technical College breaks ground on aviation facility The Charlotte County School District is flying high and keeping its “Space Academy” designation with a new aviation training facility for students.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection with Cape Coral home invasion The Cape Coral Police Department has announced the arrest of one of three men suspected in a home invasion that took place earlier this month.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral residents react to $100M North Cape land deal The city of Cape Coral is seeing two projects that will change the city. One is called one of the most lucrative deals in county history.
Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association breaks ground on new Fort Myers headquarters As Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association’s president pointed out, about 1,000 people are still moving to Florida every day, and many of them are finding their way to Southwest Florida.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte County drug trafficker sentenced to 10 years A Charlotte County man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for drug trafficking.
lehigh acres ‘How to sign away parental rights?’; Lehigh Acres woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby.
16 transported after 2 airboats crash in Collier County According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, two airboats crashed south of U.S. 41 east between mile markers 74 and 75, leaving well over a dozen people injured.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashes There could be new detectives on the block, located in your nearest auto shop. A new state bill aims at trying to stop hit-and-run drivers from getting away.
CAPE CORAL New leash on life; Cape Coral shelter dog beats cancer with drug being tested for humans A drug now being studied in human trials to kill cancerous tumors, is already approved and helping animals.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral planning a new interchange with I-75 The city of Cape Coral is in the early stages of planning a new interchange with I-75, an idea that has been discussed for more than a decade.
Tracking invasive species after hurricanes Hurricanes Helene and Milton didn’t just bring wind and rain, they brought new threats to southwest Florida’s ecosystem.
PUNTA GORDA Woman in Punta Gorda shooting charged with 2nd degree murder A woman in a homicide investigation on Nasturtium Drive in Punta Gorda has been charged with 2nd-degree murder.
Lee County mother continuing fight to get children a bus stop The school district already told her she lives too close to the school to qualify for a bus route but she has not given up.
NORTH NAPLES Grant Thornton Invitational returns to Tiburon Golf Club Stars on the PGA and LPGA Tours are back in Southwest Florida for the Grant Thornton Invitational at Tiburon Golf Club.
FORT MYERS Black Flag brings classic punk energy to The Ranch in Fort Myers Legendary punk band Black Flag made their mark in Southwest Florida during the Fort Myers stop of their “First Four Years” tour.
Charlotte Technical College breaks ground on aviation facility The Charlotte County School District is flying high and keeping its “Space Academy” designation with a new aviation training facility for students.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection with Cape Coral home invasion The Cape Coral Police Department has announced the arrest of one of three men suspected in a home invasion that took place earlier this month.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral residents react to $100M North Cape land deal The city of Cape Coral is seeing two projects that will change the city. One is called one of the most lucrative deals in county history.
Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association breaks ground on new Fort Myers headquarters As Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association’s president pointed out, about 1,000 people are still moving to Florida every day, and many of them are finding their way to Southwest Florida.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte County drug trafficker sentenced to 10 years A Charlotte County man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for drug trafficking.
lehigh acres ‘How to sign away parental rights?’; Lehigh Acres woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby.
Credit: WINK News. Lee Health is asking for people to donate blood to replenish their supply levels. Lee Health’s blood centers are the only suppliers of blood products for the entire health system. Blood drive dates for March are as follows: Monday, March 1st Bridge Plaza, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Health Information Management 12901 McGregor Blvd. Fort Myers, FL 33919 Victory Layne Chevrolet, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. 3980 Fowler Street Fort Myers, FL 33901 Wednesday, March 3rd Miromar Factory Outlets, 11 a.m. -4 .pm. 10801 Corkscrew Rd. Estero, FL 33928 Thursday, March 4th The City of Cape Coral, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. 1015 Cultural Park Blvd. Cape Coral, FL 33990 Saturday, March 6th Bell Tower Shops, 10 a.m. -4 p.m. 13499 US 41 Fort Myers, FL 33907 Sunday, March 7th Anchor Church, 8:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. 11651 E. Terry St. Bonita Springs, FL 34135 Monday, March 8th LYNX Services, 2 p.m.-5 p.m. 6351 Bayshore Rd., Suite 18 N. Fort Myers, FL 33917 Tuesday, March 9th LeeTran, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 3401 Metro Pkwy. Fort Myers, FL 33901 Estero Recreation Center, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd. Estero, FL 33928 Wednesday, March 10th Wayne Wiles, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 16240 S. Tamiami Trl. Fort Myers, FL 33908 Suncoast Credit Union, 2 p.m.-5 p.m. 1533 Matthew Dr. Fort Myers, FL 33907 Friday, March 12th Regional Cancer Center, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Fort Myers, FL 33905 Saturday, March 13th The South Cape Hospitality and Entertainment Association, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 909 SE 47th Ter., Unit 105 Cape Coral, FL 33904 Tuesday, March 16th The Babcock Ranch Healthy Life Center, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 42880 Crescent Loop #100 Punta Gorda, FL 33982 Sunday, March 21st Cape Christian Fellowship, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 2110 Chiquita Blvd. S, Cape Coral, FL 33991 Wednesday, March 24th The Outpatient Center at The Sanctuary, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 8960 Colonial Center Dr. Fort Myers, FL 33905 Thursday, March 25th Lehigh Fire Station, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 11 Homestead Rd. S. Lehigh Acres, FL 33936 Sunday, March 28th Cape Coral Community Church, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 811 Santa Barbara Blvd. Cape Coral, FL 33991 Sunday, March 31st Edison Home, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 2350 McGregor Blvd. Fort Myers, FL 33901 Crosspoint Christian Church, 2 p.m.-6 p.m. 204 S.W. 11th Place Cape Coral, FL 33991