Crime Stoppers increases cash reward for man missing since 2020Collier County creates food truck park policy
NORTH FORT MYERS Crime Stoppers increases cash reward for man missing since 2020 The Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers has announced an increased cash reward regarding a case of a missing person from North Fort Myers.
Collier County creates food truck park policy Food trucks have become increasingly popular due to their convenience, affordability and unique offerings, especially for employees seeking a quick breakfast or lunch at businesses and commercial areas.
SWFL celebrates MLK Day with community gatherings and service In Southwest Florida, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is marked with parades, rallies, and community service events that honor the civil rights leader’s legacy.
Fatal multi-vehicle crash closes all lanes on SR-82 in Lehigh Acres The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash involving multiple vehicles on SR-82 west of 40th Street in Lehigh Acres.
port charlotte Tribute breakfast to be held for Charlotte County Sgt. Elio Diaz A tribute breakfast is set to be held for Charlotte County Deputy Sgt. Elio Diaz, who was killed in the line of duty in December.
winter haven Gov. DeSantis calls for stricter immigration reform Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference in Winter Haven to discuss stricter immigration laws while cracking down on illegal immigration.
FORT MYERS Shell Factory & Nature Park announces online auction liquidation of remaining inventory Fans of the now-closed Shell Factory & Nature Park will have a final chance to own a piece of nostalgia with two virtual auctions.
the weather authority More clouds than sun for your Wednesday The Weather Authority is tracking an increased cloud coverage along with cooler conditions this Wednesday afternoon.
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PORT CHARLOTTE ‘It’s devastating’: Neighbor reflects on fatal fire in Port Charlotte A devastating house fire Monday night in Port Charlotte has left one person dead and another hospitalized while neighbors mourn the possible loss of a beloved member of their community.
‘The sound of death;’ Neighbors concerned by amount of crashes on Joel Blvd. A woman is heartbroken from witnessing crash after crash outside her Lehigh Acres home.
Fort Myers get 15% increase on flood insurance discount WINK News is finding out what led to the city of Fort Myers going from just a 5% FEMA flood insurance discount to a 20% discount.
FORT MYERS Locals house California wildfire victims The effects of the California wildfires are being felt worldwide, and as people evacuate, some are in Southwest Florida.
LOVERS KEY Couple returns to Lovers Key condo post Ian While Hurricane Ian is long gone from Southwest Florida, many are still feeling its impacts.
EVERGLADES Biden signs Water Resources Development Act, its effect on SWFL President Biden recently signed into law the Water Resources Development Act with an aim to improve rivers and harbors across the country and provide for the conservation of water. Southwest Florida was included in that act. Putting the 240-page plan together took a lot of work, not just from state and federal lawmakers, but also […]
NORTH FORT MYERS Crime Stoppers increases cash reward for man missing since 2020 The Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers has announced an increased cash reward regarding a case of a missing person from North Fort Myers.
Collier County creates food truck park policy Food trucks have become increasingly popular due to their convenience, affordability and unique offerings, especially for employees seeking a quick breakfast or lunch at businesses and commercial areas.
SWFL celebrates MLK Day with community gatherings and service In Southwest Florida, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is marked with parades, rallies, and community service events that honor the civil rights leader’s legacy.
Fatal multi-vehicle crash closes all lanes on SR-82 in Lehigh Acres The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash involving multiple vehicles on SR-82 west of 40th Street in Lehigh Acres.
port charlotte Tribute breakfast to be held for Charlotte County Sgt. Elio Diaz A tribute breakfast is set to be held for Charlotte County Deputy Sgt. Elio Diaz, who was killed in the line of duty in December.
winter haven Gov. DeSantis calls for stricter immigration reform Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference in Winter Haven to discuss stricter immigration laws while cracking down on illegal immigration.
FORT MYERS Shell Factory & Nature Park announces online auction liquidation of remaining inventory Fans of the now-closed Shell Factory & Nature Park will have a final chance to own a piece of nostalgia with two virtual auctions.
the weather authority More clouds than sun for your Wednesday The Weather Authority is tracking an increased cloud coverage along with cooler conditions this Wednesday afternoon.
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.
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘It’s devastating’: Neighbor reflects on fatal fire in Port Charlotte A devastating house fire Monday night in Port Charlotte has left one person dead and another hospitalized while neighbors mourn the possible loss of a beloved member of their community.
‘The sound of death;’ Neighbors concerned by amount of crashes on Joel Blvd. A woman is heartbroken from witnessing crash after crash outside her Lehigh Acres home.
Fort Myers get 15% increase on flood insurance discount WINK News is finding out what led to the city of Fort Myers going from just a 5% FEMA flood insurance discount to a 20% discount.
FORT MYERS Locals house California wildfire victims The effects of the California wildfires are being felt worldwide, and as people evacuate, some are in Southwest Florida.
LOVERS KEY Couple returns to Lovers Key condo post Ian While Hurricane Ian is long gone from Southwest Florida, many are still feeling its impacts.
EVERGLADES Biden signs Water Resources Development Act, its effect on SWFL President Biden recently signed into law the Water Resources Development Act with an aim to improve rivers and harbors across the country and provide for the conservation of water. Southwest Florida was included in that act. Putting the 240-page plan together took a lot of work, not just from state and federal lawmakers, but also […]
NCAA March Madness. (Credit: CBS News) The NCAA Tournament finally made its return Thursday night with four exciting games in the First Four, but Friday is what brings back what college basketball fans have been truly craving — an all-day helping of March Madness. The day will feature 16 first-round NCAA Tournament games, starting with No. 7 seed Florida taking on No. 10 seed Virginia Tech at 12:15 p.m. ET and running all the way through a 9:57 p.m. nightcap between No. 5 seed Villanova and No. 12 seed Villanova. In between, there will be an untold number of dramatic finishes that produce new heroes and Cinderella stories as the Big Dance unfolds for the first time since 2019. You can get a bird’s eye view of all the action with our printable bracket, and we’ve got a full listing of the pairings, times and channels below. There are some notable changes for this year’s NCAA Tournament amid the COVID-19 pandemic. For one thing, all the games are being played in Indiana to reduced the amount of travel required for the participants. But where casual fans will notice the most difference is in the dates of each round. Traditionally, the first round has started on Thursday with the second round being completed by Sunday. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic and the protocols in place to ensure a safe environment for all, the first round will run on Friday and Saturday instead of Thursday and Friday. That means the Sweet 16 won’t be set until Monday night. Regardless, the basics are the same: a lot of meaningful basketball in a short period of time as we get closer to finally crowning a champion. Below you can find tip times and TV channels for every first-round game slated to take place on Friday and Saturday. Be sure to check in often as this story will update every single time the NCAA Tournament schedule is adjusted. Games will be aired on CBS, TNT, TBS and truTV — and as always, you can also watch every game in the tourney via March Madness Live. 2021 NCAA Tournament schedule, dates First Four Thursday, March 18 — Mackey Arena, Assembly Hall TIME (ET) MATCHUP TV 5:10 p.m. (16) Texas Southern 60, (16) Mount St. Mary’s 52 Recap 6:27 p.m. (11) Drake 53, (11) Wichita St. 52 Recap 8:40 p.m. (16) Norfolk State 54, (16) Appalachian State 53 Recap 9:57 p.m. (11) UCLA 86, (11) Michigan State 80 (OT) Recap First round Friday, March 19, 2021 — Mackey Arena, Assembly Hall, Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Hinkle Fieldhouse, Indiana Farmers Coliseum, Lucas Oil Stadium TIME (ET) MATCHUP TV 12:15 p.m. (10) Virginia Tech vs. (7) Florida CBS (watch live) 12:45 p.m. (14) Colgate vs. (3) Arkansas truTV (watch live) 1:15 p.m. (16) Drexel vs. (1) Illinois TBS (watch live) 1:45 p.m. (11) Utah State vs. (6) Texas Tech TNT (watch live) 3 p.m. (15) Oral Roberts vs. (2) Ohio State CBS (watch live) 3:30 p.m. (16) Hartford vs. (1) Baylor truTV (watch live) 4 p.m. (9) Georgia Tech vs. (8) Loyola Chicago TBS (watch live) 4:30 p.m. (12) Oregon State vs. (5) Tennessee TNT (watch live) 6:25 p.m. (13) Liberty vs. (4) Oklahoma State TBS (watch live) 7:10 p.m. (9) Wisconsin vs. (8) North Carolina CBS (watch live) 7:15 p.m. (15) Cleveland State vs. (2) Houston truTV (watch live) 7:25 p.m. (13) North Texas vs. (4) Purdue TNT (watch live) 9:20 p.m. (10) Rutgers vs. (7) Clemson TBS (watch live) 9:40 p.m. (11) Syracuse vs. (6) San Diego State CBS (watch live) 9:50 p.m. (14) Morehead State vs. (3) West Virginia truTV (watch live) 9:57 p.m. (12) Winthrop vs. (5) Villanova TNT (watch live) Saturday, March 20 — Mackey Arena, Assembly Hall, Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Hinkle Fieldhouse, Indiana Farmers Coliseum, Lucas Oil Stadium TIME (ET) MATCHUP TV 12:15 p.m. (12) Georgetown vs. (5) Colorado CBS 12:45 p.m. (13) UNC Greensboro vs. (4) Florida State truTV 1:15 p.m. (14) Eastern Washington vs. (3) Kansas TBS 1:45 p.m. (9) St. Bonaventure vs. (8) LSU TNT 3 p.m. (16) Texas Southern vs. (1) Michigan CBS 3:30 p.m. (12) UC Santa Barbara vs. (5) Creighton truTV 4 p.m. (15) Iona vs. (2) Alabama TBS 4:30 p.m. (11) Drake vs. (6) USC TNT 6:25 p.m. (15) Grand Canyon vs. (2) Iowa TBS 7:10 p.m. (10) Maryland vs. (7) UConn CBS 7:15 p.m. (13) Ohio vs. (4) Virginia truTV 7:25 p.m. (9) Missouri vs. (8) Oklahoma TNT 9:20 p.m. (16) Norfolk St./Appalachian St. vs. (1) Gonzaga TBS 9:40 p.m. (11) Michigan St./UCLA vs. (6) BYU CBS 9:50 p.m. (14) Abilene Christian vs. (3) Texas truTV 9:57 p.m. (10) VCU vs. (7) Oregon TNT Second round Sunday, March 21 — Noon start (CBS, TBS, TNT, truTV) Monday, March 22 — Noon start (CBS, TBS, TNT, truTV) Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Hinkle Fieldhouse, Indiana Farmers Coliseum, Lucas Oil Stadium Sweet 16 Saturday, March 27 — 2 p.m. start (CBS, TBS) Sunday, March 28 — 1 p.m. start (CBS, TBS) Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Hinkle Fieldhouse Elite Eight Monday, March 29 — 7 p.m. start (CBS) Tuesday, March 30 — 6 p.m. start (TBS) Lucas Oil Stadium Final Four Saturday, April 3 — 5 p.m. start (CBS) Lucas Oil Stadium National Championship Monday, April 5 — 9 p.m. (CBS) Lucas OIl Stadium Get every pick, every play, every upset and fill out your bracket with our help! 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