Road closures in Downtown Fort Myers due to Festival of TreesMicro Wrestling Federation makes its way to Fort Myers
FORT MYERS Road closures in Downtown Fort Myers due to Festival of Trees Due to the return of the Downtown Fort Myers Festival of Trees, First Street between Jackson and Lee Street will be closed on Friday and Saturday.
FORT MYERS Micro Wrestling Federation makes its way to Fort Myers Professionals with the “Micro Wrestling Federation” put on an amazing show at the ranch in Fort Myers on Thursday.
ESTERO Estero man claims his golf equipment burned on flight An Estero man claims Delta Airlines ruined his golf equipment. His golf bag was destroyed by fire and his clubs are charred.
Volunteers come together to deliver Christmas cards to veterans In an effort to make spirits bright this holiday season, volunteers came together to deliver Christmas cards to veterans.
NAPLES Dentists argue over fluoride in water at Naples City Council meeting Several dentists at the Naples City Council meeting gave their reasons why fluoride should be in the water on Wednesday.
Digging Deeper: Lee County Sheriff’s Office budget One Lee County Commissioner wants to change how taxpayers view the Lee County Sheriff’s Office budget following a possible federal investigation and a grand jury meeting.
A new way to identify snakes There’s a new tool to identify locations of the slithering beasts overtaking the Everglades and other invasive snakes.
Car crashes into canal in Lehigh Acres Authorities are investigating a crash after a car became fully submerged in a canal Thursday night.
SB lanes on US 27 shut down due to 3 vehicle crash Hendry County Deputies, along with first responders, are currently on the scene of a traffic crash near Sky Valley at the intersection of South US 27 and Bass Road.
FORT MYERS BEACH Times Square clock reinstalled on Fort Myers Beach The famous Times Square clock on Fort Myers Beach returns just in time for the holidays! It was removed before hurricanes Helene and Milton to protect it.
Flag planting debate takes over college football Flag planting at the end of rivalry college football games sparked fighting on the field and debates away from it.
FORT MYERS Daycare burglarized in Fort Myers One business owner is recovering after a burglar broke in and stole from her daycare.
Hurricane debris still lines road in Fort Myers Shores Over 70 feet of memories formed a giant pile of debris at the end of Aruba Avenue in Fort Myers Shores.
FORT MYERS Airline travel and Christmas gifts tips to get you through TSA If you plan to travel this Christmas with gifts for your loved ones, be prepared. Before you buy, make sure you can fly.
WINK NEWS SWFL stars ink with Division I programs during Early Signing Period Several Southwest Florida football standouts are taking their talents to Division I gridirons after signing during the Early Signing Period.
FORT MYERS Road closures in Downtown Fort Myers due to Festival of Trees Due to the return of the Downtown Fort Myers Festival of Trees, First Street between Jackson and Lee Street will be closed on Friday and Saturday.
FORT MYERS Micro Wrestling Federation makes its way to Fort Myers Professionals with the “Micro Wrestling Federation” put on an amazing show at the ranch in Fort Myers on Thursday.
ESTERO Estero man claims his golf equipment burned on flight An Estero man claims Delta Airlines ruined his golf equipment. His golf bag was destroyed by fire and his clubs are charred.
Volunteers come together to deliver Christmas cards to veterans In an effort to make spirits bright this holiday season, volunteers came together to deliver Christmas cards to veterans.
NAPLES Dentists argue over fluoride in water at Naples City Council meeting Several dentists at the Naples City Council meeting gave their reasons why fluoride should be in the water on Wednesday.
Digging Deeper: Lee County Sheriff’s Office budget One Lee County Commissioner wants to change how taxpayers view the Lee County Sheriff’s Office budget following a possible federal investigation and a grand jury meeting.
A new way to identify snakes There’s a new tool to identify locations of the slithering beasts overtaking the Everglades and other invasive snakes.
Car crashes into canal in Lehigh Acres Authorities are investigating a crash after a car became fully submerged in a canal Thursday night.
SB lanes on US 27 shut down due to 3 vehicle crash Hendry County Deputies, along with first responders, are currently on the scene of a traffic crash near Sky Valley at the intersection of South US 27 and Bass Road.
FORT MYERS BEACH Times Square clock reinstalled on Fort Myers Beach The famous Times Square clock on Fort Myers Beach returns just in time for the holidays! It was removed before hurricanes Helene and Milton to protect it.
Flag planting debate takes over college football Flag planting at the end of rivalry college football games sparked fighting on the field and debates away from it.
FORT MYERS Daycare burglarized in Fort Myers One business owner is recovering after a burglar broke in and stole from her daycare.
Hurricane debris still lines road in Fort Myers Shores Over 70 feet of memories formed a giant pile of debris at the end of Aruba Avenue in Fort Myers Shores.
FORT MYERS Airline travel and Christmas gifts tips to get you through TSA If you plan to travel this Christmas with gifts for your loved ones, be prepared. Before you buy, make sure you can fly.
WINK NEWS SWFL stars ink with Division I programs during Early Signing Period Several Southwest Florida football standouts are taking their talents to Division I gridirons after signing during the Early Signing Period.
Othal Wallace, accused of shooting police officer Jason Raynor, has been captured near Atlanta. (CREDIT: Daytona Beach Police Department) A man accused of shooting a Daytona Beach police officer has been arrested outside of Atlanta. Othal Wallace was found hiding in a treehouse on a property near Atlanta associated with NFAC, a Black nationalist paramilitary organization, said Daytona Beach Police Chief Jakari Young. The 29-year-old was arrested just after 2:30 a.m. He was found with flashbangs, rifle plates, body armor, two rifles, two handguns and several boxes of ammunition, Young said. “He actually did make a statement,” Young said of Wallace. “What he said was you guys know who I am, you know what I am capable of and it could have been a lot worse.” “That was his statement,” Young added. Young said will be extradited to Florida to face charges of attempted first-degree murder of a police officer. The Wednesday shooting of Daytona officer Jason Raynor was caught on his body camera. It shows Wallace tousling with Raynor before a shot is fired, injuring Raynor in the head. During the early morning press conference, Young said Raynor was recovering. “As of yesterday there were very positive signs of improvement,” Young said. “He still has a way to go.” Doctors determined the 26-year-old officer was strong enough to endure more testing, Young said. “As of right now his outlook is a positive one,” Young said. In the 56 hours it took to capture Wallace, Young said, the police department was flooded with tips on his whereabouts. But ultimately it was technology and surveillance that led them to the multi-acre property, Young said. Young said the property had two structures along with a trailer, a tree-house and another three acres of wooded area. Four other people were also found on the property, but Young said he is unsure what charges they might face. According to the Associated Press, the NFAC is a pro-gun group known to demonstrate against white supremacy and police violence. Young said the treehouse was fortified with weapons and ammunition. Young said he was unsure if the gun used in the shooting of Raynor was recovered. Raynor’s family was informed of Wallace’s capture, Young said. “They request we continue to keep officer Raynor in our prayers,” Young said. The reward for tips leading to Wallace’s arrest was increased to $200,000. Four Daytona Beach police officers were present for the arrest along with U.S. Marshals, the FBI and Homeland Security, Young said. As is customary, Wallace was detained with Raynor’s handcuffs. IN CUSTODY!!! pic.twitter.com/YgaqVHMQwM — Chief Jakari Young (@ChiefJakari) June 26, 2021