‘It’s devastating’: Neighbor reflects on fatal fire in Port Charlotte‘The sound of death’ Neighbors concerned by amount of crashes on Joel Blvd
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.
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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 […]
Turning business travel into a vacation Would work travel seem a little easier if you could turn it into a vacation? Two professors say they have proof that would help business travel.
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CAPE CORAL Pelican Elementary resource officer saves infant A school resource officer at Pelican Elementary saved an infants’ life at a traffic stop in Cape Coral.
FORT MYERS Progress being made on City View Park in Dunbar More promises made by a city that has not kept its promises for the last six years have some neighbors concerned about the future of their community.
COLLIER COUNTY Seacrest hoops player hits a full court buzzer beater Seacrest Country Day School boys basketball player Hayden Fuller hits full court buzzer beater against Aubrey Rogers.
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You can appeal FEMA’s decision on your claim – Here’s how Now a week after the deadline for FEMA hurricane assistance has closed, the federal agency says you can appeal their decision on your claim if you don’t agree.
Naples selects city CFO as next city manager, averts national search Naples Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer Gary Young will become the next city manager, averting a lengthy, expensive national search for a replacement.
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 fires are being felt worldwide 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 […]
Turning business travel into a vacation Would work travel seem a little easier if you could turn it into a vacation? Two professors say they have proof that would help business travel.
The future of biometrics: Safer security or new AI risks? In 2021, the Transportation Service Agency (TSA) launched its new touchless identity solution in the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County airport.
CAPE CORAL Pelican Elementary resource officer saves infant A school resource officer at Pelican Elementary saved an infants’ life at a traffic stop in Cape Coral.
FORT MYERS Progress being made on City View Park in Dunbar More promises made by a city that has not kept its promises for the last six years have some neighbors concerned about the future of their community.
COLLIER COUNTY Seacrest hoops player hits a full court buzzer beater Seacrest Country Day School boys basketball player Hayden Fuller hits full court buzzer beater against Aubrey Rogers.
NAPLES Cutting-edge ACL surgery reducing reinjury risk by 80% Known for its game-changing orthopedic repair options, Naples-based Arthrex has done it again.
NAPLES MacStrength FL offers sport and lifestyle training for young athletes In 2025, MacStrength FL is swinging for success with their current players and for a wider reach in its community.
You can appeal FEMA’s decision on your claim – Here’s how Now a week after the deadline for FEMA hurricane assistance has closed, the federal agency says you can appeal their decision on your claim if you don’t agree.
Naples selects city CFO as next city manager, averts national search Naples Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer Gary Young will become the next city manager, averting a lengthy, expensive national search for a replacement.
Credit: sanibel website Sanibel City Council has enacted a mask mandate within its city buildings that are open to the public. Masks will be required at City Hall, the Public Works building, and the City of Sanibel Recreation Center, among others. The face-covering requirement at the recreation center means any activities, city-sponsored or after-school activities, will require participants to wear a mask. Fitness instructors and participants as well as anyone in the weight room or on the treadmill will need to wear a mask, the city said in a press release. Face coverings will remain optional for the outdoor portions of the recreation center, including the pool deck and tennis courts. Sanibel also adopted an an-indoor face-covering policy for all persons aged 2 years and older requirement for all City Buildings open to the public (City Hall, 800 Dunlop Road, Public Works, 750 Dunlop Road, City of Sanibel Recreation Center, 3880 Sanibel-Captiva Road and the Donax Wastewater facilities, 930 Donax Street). The decision came during a special meeting Saturday. They decided to start with the current situation on Sanibel. “We as a council decided it was time to have a discussion, especially with the increase in infections that were seeing with the Delta virus,” said councilmember Miller. The face mask requirement was approved by a vote of 3-1, with Smith casting the only “no” vote. The requirement is for within recreation centers and ages two and over. “We don’t have control over much but we do have control over city facilities,” said Councilman Mike Miller. “We should return to masks.” “I think we need to do whatever we need to do to prevent outbreaks among the children,” Councilman Scott Crater. The idea of wearing masks at school and after school didn’t sit well with the mayor. “I really struggle with requiring students in the afterschool program to mask up.” Despite her vote against the resolution, Smith said she will respect the council’s vote and she will promote and support the council’s decision. “I fully support the actions of our council and I’m behind the message and will work forward on that message as well. Regardless of the decision that I made for my vote,” she said. Sanibel Resident John Herman didn’t agree with Smith. “In all reality, it is the parent’s choice. Not the city government’s choice to tell people how to conduct themselves,” Herman said. Four actions taken: 1. Facial coverings to be worn at the recreation center for ages 2 and older at all times. 2. Facial Coverings to be worn in City Facilities by City Employees and public entering city facilities. 3. Signage will be displayed coming on to island on a reader board for additional awareness. 4. Resolution 21-66 was passed unanimously encouraging vaccinations, wearing of masks, and following of CDC guidelines in place.