Lee Health experiencing higher influx of patients amid cold and flu seasonGround transportation location changes happening at RSW
Lee Health experiencing higher influx of patients amid cold and flu season Patients at Lee Health have been experiencing higher wait times as an influx of people with illnesses has overflooded several locations.
Lee County Ground transportation location changes happening at RSW Southwest Florida International Airport is making changes to its ground transportation locations because of its terminal expansion project.
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.
the weather authority Cold morning makes way for another chilly day The Weather Authority is tracking the coldest morning of the season as Southwest Florida braces for another chilly Wednesday afternoon.
NAPLES MANOR Collier County hit-and-run victims seek justice after New Year’s Day crash A mother and daughter were left for dead on the side of the road; the crash happened on New Year’s Day on Texas Avenue in Collier County.
FORT MYERS Florida wildlife affected by cold weather If you’re not a snowbird you’re probably going to spend this week shivering.
Fort Myers leaders discuss Dunbar Park renovation plans City leaders want to breathe new life into a community park many say has been neglected and forgotten Dunbar Park.
Deadline arrives for FEMA hurricane assistance in Florida The application deadline has arrived for those affected by the 2024 hurricane season to apply for assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
NAPLES Cyclists push for bike safety after recent crash Every cyclist has their story. Whether it’s a near miss or a hard hit, there’s no doubt about it: cyclists are vulnerable.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers home turns into junkyard Waking up to the smell of garbage is not a fun way to start your day.
Suspect confesses in hit-and-run that left bicyclist critically injured The man who hit bicyclist Hollie Masino with his car was arrested following his confession on Tuesday.
CCSO implements new tools to help crack down on animal cruelty Our deputies swear an oath to serve and protect everyone in our county, even those with four legs.
FORT MYERS BEACH The Division of Administrative hearings have started on Fort Myers Beach Will they stay or will they go? Tuesday is the day six properties on Fort Myers Beach fight to stay.
Attorneys seek evidence review in death sentence for man accused of killing wife Attorneys on Mark Sievers’ post-conviction counsel are asking a Lee County judge to review the evidence they say was kept secret during the trial.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island intersection shut down due to gas leak The Marco Island Police Department and Fire Rescue Department are responding to a gas leak at the intersection of Windward and Bald Eagle Drive.
Lee Health experiencing higher influx of patients amid cold and flu season Patients at Lee Health have been experiencing higher wait times as an influx of people with illnesses has overflooded several locations.
Lee County Ground transportation location changes happening at RSW Southwest Florida International Airport is making changes to its ground transportation locations because of its terminal expansion project.
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.
the weather authority Cold morning makes way for another chilly day The Weather Authority is tracking the coldest morning of the season as Southwest Florida braces for another chilly Wednesday afternoon.
NAPLES MANOR Collier County hit-and-run victims seek justice after New Year’s Day crash A mother and daughter were left for dead on the side of the road; the crash happened on New Year’s Day on Texas Avenue in Collier County.
FORT MYERS Florida wildlife affected by cold weather If you’re not a snowbird you’re probably going to spend this week shivering.
Fort Myers leaders discuss Dunbar Park renovation plans City leaders want to breathe new life into a community park many say has been neglected and forgotten Dunbar Park.
Deadline arrives for FEMA hurricane assistance in Florida The application deadline has arrived for those affected by the 2024 hurricane season to apply for assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
NAPLES Cyclists push for bike safety after recent crash Every cyclist has their story. Whether it’s a near miss or a hard hit, there’s no doubt about it: cyclists are vulnerable.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers home turns into junkyard Waking up to the smell of garbage is not a fun way to start your day.
Suspect confesses in hit-and-run that left bicyclist critically injured The man who hit bicyclist Hollie Masino with his car was arrested following his confession on Tuesday.
CCSO implements new tools to help crack down on animal cruelty Our deputies swear an oath to serve and protect everyone in our county, even those with four legs.
FORT MYERS BEACH The Division of Administrative hearings have started on Fort Myers Beach Will they stay or will they go? Tuesday is the day six properties on Fort Myers Beach fight to stay.
Attorneys seek evidence review in death sentence for man accused of killing wife Attorneys on Mark Sievers’ post-conviction counsel are asking a Lee County judge to review the evidence they say was kept secret during the trial.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island intersection shut down due to gas leak The Marco Island Police Department and Fire Rescue Department are responding to a gas leak at the intersection of Windward and Bald Eagle Drive.
flashing lights Credit: WINK News Lee County is taking steps to make streets safer for its pedestrians. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has installed several new flashing pedestrian crossing signs throughout the county. But how much are they expected to help? Sometimes, it takes Sandy Smart a minute to safely cross McGregor Boulevard during his walk. “It’s uh… busy,” he said laughing. His neighbor, Ross Web, believes McGregor is too dangerous to even try that. “It’s not safe to cross it. It’s not safe to even consider it,” said Webb. Now, there are flashing crosswalk signs lining the boulevard. So, some say that makes crossing the street much easier. “The new crossing thing is one of the best things the city has ever put in,” said Webb. FDOT had been installing more of the rectangular rapid-flashing beacons across Lee County. Andy Orrell works with the Florida Department of Transportation. “Anytime we go into a community and starting a project, we really look at every possible facet to figure out what we can do to not only keep traffic moving but to keep people safe as safe as we possibly can,” Orrell said. These things include “where are there a lot of pedestrians? Where are there a lot of crashes involving pedestrians.” So far this year there have been 266 pedestrian crashes in Lee County. FDOT tells me these flashing signs could help lower that number by 47%. FDOT and local law enforcement are trying to remind drivers to slow down when they see those flashing lights. “It’s a warning and it does slow people down. Yeah, yeah it works,” Smart said. This is so that smart and his neighbors can make it safely across the street. So far this year, 18 pedestrians have been killed on Lee County’s roads. Last year, that total was 22.