Pedestrian dies after being hit by 2 vehicles in ImmokaleeBeautiful Saturday in store with temps in the low to mid 70s
immokalee Pedestrian dies after being hit by 2 vehicles in Immokalee A fatal hit-and-run on Friday night in Collier County left a pedestrian dead, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Beautiful Saturday in store with temps in the low to mid 70s The Weather Authority says it will be another beautiful weekend across Southwest Florida.
ORLANDO Naples falls to Jones in state semifinals One win stood in between the Golden Eagles and a trip to the state title as Naples competed in its 12th state semifinal.
ESTERO 1 dead after crashing into tree in Estero According to the Florida Highway Patrol, one person is dead after crashing into a tree in Estero on Friday night.
NAPLES Vigil held for teen shot and killed at Collier party Family, friends and loved ones gathered at a candlelight vigil to remember and honor the life of 18-year-old D’eisha Arthur.
FORT MYERS Florida Gulf Coast University holds “Night at the Nest” fundraiser FGCU is holding its “Night at the Nest” fundraiser and gala on Friday. The money raised will go toward university scholarships.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda Veterans Village helping veterans during the holidays Residents and businesses at the Punta Gorda Veterans Village are stepping up to make military transitions a little easier this holiday season.
NORTH PORT Family pushes for class action against Heritage Insurance A North Port family is battling against Heritage Insurance over the damage Hurricane Ian did to their home.
Trails End Drive suspected double murder hit man and organizers back in court There are new developments in the murder-for-hire case that made headlines for weeks at the start of the year. The defendants are back in court.
CAPE CORAL 4 arrested on drug-related charges after FBI investigation Some Cape Coral residents woke up in the early morning hours to their neighbors’ homes being raided by federal agents.
Hope Card program protects victims of domestic violence in Lee County Lee County has implemented the Hope Card Program, a new statewide initiative to help victims of domestic violence.
SANIBEL 36th annual Sanibel Luminary Festival begins The Luminary Festival kicked off on Sanibel Island on Friday. This community-wide holiday event puts residents and visitors in the holiday spirit.
FORT MYERS Future unsure for Rachel at the Well During Hurricane Ian, Rachel at the well was uprooted from its spot in front of the Edison Park neighborhood.
NAPLES Naples Yacht Club appoints first woman commodore After 78 years, the Naples Yacht Club has appointed its first woman commodore. Kathy Parks King is her name.
immokalee Pedestrian dies after being hit by 2 vehicles in Immokalee A fatal hit-and-run on Friday night in Collier County left a pedestrian dead, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Beautiful Saturday in store with temps in the low to mid 70s The Weather Authority says it will be another beautiful weekend across Southwest Florida.
ORLANDO Naples falls to Jones in state semifinals One win stood in between the Golden Eagles and a trip to the state title as Naples competed in its 12th state semifinal.
ESTERO 1 dead after crashing into tree in Estero According to the Florida Highway Patrol, one person is dead after crashing into a tree in Estero on Friday night.
NAPLES Vigil held for teen shot and killed at Collier party Family, friends and loved ones gathered at a candlelight vigil to remember and honor the life of 18-year-old D’eisha Arthur.
FORT MYERS Florida Gulf Coast University holds “Night at the Nest” fundraiser FGCU is holding its “Night at the Nest” fundraiser and gala on Friday. The money raised will go toward university scholarships.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda Veterans Village helping veterans during the holidays Residents and businesses at the Punta Gorda Veterans Village are stepping up to make military transitions a little easier this holiday season.
NORTH PORT Family pushes for class action against Heritage Insurance A North Port family is battling against Heritage Insurance over the damage Hurricane Ian did to their home.
Trails End Drive suspected double murder hit man and organizers back in court There are new developments in the murder-for-hire case that made headlines for weeks at the start of the year. The defendants are back in court.
CAPE CORAL 4 arrested on drug-related charges after FBI investigation Some Cape Coral residents woke up in the early morning hours to their neighbors’ homes being raided by federal agents.
Hope Card program protects victims of domestic violence in Lee County Lee County has implemented the Hope Card Program, a new statewide initiative to help victims of domestic violence.
SANIBEL 36th annual Sanibel Luminary Festival begins The Luminary Festival kicked off on Sanibel Island on Friday. This community-wide holiday event puts residents and visitors in the holiday spirit.
FORT MYERS Future unsure for Rachel at the Well During Hurricane Ian, Rachel at the well was uprooted from its spot in front of the Edison Park neighborhood.
NAPLES Naples Yacht Club appoints first woman commodore After 78 years, the Naples Yacht Club has appointed its first woman commodore. Kathy Parks King is her name.
Credit: WINK News. With most appointment slots for this weekend already booked, those who want a COVID-19 test may be out of luck. Everywhere that offers appointments is often booked out for days. So, if you’re showing symptoms of COVID-19 you may be wondering what to do. Doctors say you should isolate yourself if you’re feeling sick. Health officials recommend isolating for at least five days if you do experience symptoms and cannot get tested. Dr. Marissa Levine is a professor of public health practice at the University of South Florida. “The reason to isolate obviously is to protect other people from catching it from you,” Levine said. By isolating yourself from others, you can help slow the spread of COVID-19 within the community. “Particularly to people who are at high risk of complications,” Dr. Levine said. Many doctors are reporting that the omicron variant spreads from person to person much more easily. This is causing many people to mask up once again, including those visiting downtown Fort Myers. Charles Rushin says he just wants to be safe. “I try to stay safe. And I don’t think most people are taking the precaution. So you just have to sort of isolate yourself too,” said Rushin. Even those who are vaccinated, like Edwin Melendez, say it’s important to take precautions. “I’ve tested. I’ve been… I’d be boosted and vaccinated. The to vaccine close the booster there is I trying to keep myself safe the most I can,” said Melendez. Nuehy Newell lives in Fort Myers. “I stay masked. I keep hand sanitizer,” Newell said. They agree with health professionals that isolating protects those around you. “Oh definitely. Because I wouldn’t want to infect anyone else. So I would be very cautious if I felt I was sick,” Rushin said. “We’re learning we’re still learning as we go. This isn’t new for us. But listen to the science and govern ourselves accordingly,” said Newell. Dr. Levine says isolation should last five days or longer if that’s what is needed. “The recent CDC guidance talks about coming out of isolation after five days. But that’s only if your fever goes away and your symptoms are much better,” said Dr. Levine. Doctors say isolation is extremely important if you cannot get tested immediately. They also say washing hands and wearing a mask remain essential parts of slowing the spread of COVID-19.