Red White & Boom event in Cape Coral clear after propane leakCharlotte County celebrating Fourth of July despite heat advisory
CAPE CORAL Red White & Boom event in Cape Coral clear after propane leak This afternoon, the Red White & Boom Fourth of July event in Cape Coral is all clear after one of the vending trucks leaked propane.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte County celebrating Fourth of July despite heat advisory The heat advisory in Charlotte County is not stopping folks from celebrating the Fourth of July, but they are making sure to hear light colors like red, white and blue and, most importantly, carrying water.
FORT MYERS Downtown Fort Myers holds Freedom Fest for 4th of July Free live music, food vendors and more activities will be found throughout the downtown Fort Myers River District on the evening of July 4.
FORT MYERS BEACH Independence Day on Fort Myers Beach Despite the damage caused by Ian, many people chose to celebrate their Fourth of July on Fort Myers Beach.
WINK NEWS Excessive salt intake linked to serious health issues There is a link between high sodium intake and serious health issues, as 90% of Americans consume too much salt.
NAPLES 4th of July festivities in downtown Naples There’s a fireworks show being launched from a barge just north of the Naples Pier, but the celebration started with a parade through downtown Naples this morning.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers police warn against celebratory gunfire during 4th of July The Fort Myers Police Department is reminding the public to enjoy this Fourth of July without firing off guns in celebration of the holiday.
FORT MYERS Hot Dogs for Heroes benefits vets through odd American tradition Some things just go hand in hand, like a hot dog and the Fourth of July — so much so that hot dog-eating contests have become the norm on this American holiday.
SANIBEL Sanibel Police Chief: crews now in recovery mode for missing teen swimmer The search for a teenager who went missing while swimming at a beach in Sanibel has resumed on Thursday.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Heat exhaustion versus heat stroke; spotting the difference People aren’t the only ones who have problems dealing with excessive heat. The Weather Authority has advice for protecting your pets too.
WINK NEWS Fourth of July events across Southwest Florida The Fourth of July is celebrated Across Southwest Florida and nationwide with fireworks, barbecues, patriotic events and more.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral runners compete in Freedom 5K Race A 4th of July tradition continues in Southwest Florida as residents of Cape Coral competed during the annual Freedom 5K Race.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Hurricane Beryl downgraded to Cat 2 storm; impacts Cayman Islands as Cat 3 The Weather Authority is continuing to cover Hurricane Beryl as it moves in the direction of the Yucatan Peninsula.
the weather authority Heat advisory in effect for your 4th of July plans The Weather Authority is tracking a hot Thursday afternoon as Southwest Florida will be under a heat advisory for the 4th of July.
SANIBEL Sanibel kicks off July 4th celebration with annual parade July 4th festivities are set to begin as the City of Sanibel prepares for its 31st annual Independence Day parade.
CAPE CORAL Red White & Boom event in Cape Coral clear after propane leak This afternoon, the Red White & Boom Fourth of July event in Cape Coral is all clear after one of the vending trucks leaked propane.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte County celebrating Fourth of July despite heat advisory The heat advisory in Charlotte County is not stopping folks from celebrating the Fourth of July, but they are making sure to hear light colors like red, white and blue and, most importantly, carrying water.
FORT MYERS Downtown Fort Myers holds Freedom Fest for 4th of July Free live music, food vendors and more activities will be found throughout the downtown Fort Myers River District on the evening of July 4.
FORT MYERS BEACH Independence Day on Fort Myers Beach Despite the damage caused by Ian, many people chose to celebrate their Fourth of July on Fort Myers Beach.
WINK NEWS Excessive salt intake linked to serious health issues There is a link between high sodium intake and serious health issues, as 90% of Americans consume too much salt.
NAPLES 4th of July festivities in downtown Naples There’s a fireworks show being launched from a barge just north of the Naples Pier, but the celebration started with a parade through downtown Naples this morning.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers police warn against celebratory gunfire during 4th of July The Fort Myers Police Department is reminding the public to enjoy this Fourth of July without firing off guns in celebration of the holiday.
FORT MYERS Hot Dogs for Heroes benefits vets through odd American tradition Some things just go hand in hand, like a hot dog and the Fourth of July — so much so that hot dog-eating contests have become the norm on this American holiday.
SANIBEL Sanibel Police Chief: crews now in recovery mode for missing teen swimmer The search for a teenager who went missing while swimming at a beach in Sanibel has resumed on Thursday.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Heat exhaustion versus heat stroke; spotting the difference People aren’t the only ones who have problems dealing with excessive heat. The Weather Authority has advice for protecting your pets too.
WINK NEWS Fourth of July events across Southwest Florida The Fourth of July is celebrated Across Southwest Florida and nationwide with fireworks, barbecues, patriotic events and more.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral runners compete in Freedom 5K Race A 4th of July tradition continues in Southwest Florida as residents of Cape Coral competed during the annual Freedom 5K Race.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Hurricane Beryl downgraded to Cat 2 storm; impacts Cayman Islands as Cat 3 The Weather Authority is continuing to cover Hurricane Beryl as it moves in the direction of the Yucatan Peninsula.
the weather authority Heat advisory in effect for your 4th of July plans The Weather Authority is tracking a hot Thursday afternoon as Southwest Florida will be under a heat advisory for the 4th of July.
SANIBEL Sanibel kicks off July 4th celebration with annual parade July 4th festivities are set to begin as the City of Sanibel prepares for its 31st annual Independence Day parade.
This aerial photo shows part of the 12-story oceanfront Champlain Towers South Condo that collapsed early Thursday, June 24, 2021 in Surfside, Fla. (Amy Beth Bennett /South Florida Sun-Sentinel via AP) On Thursday, a hearing is scheduled to discuss the proposed $83 million settlement for those who lost their homes and all their belongings in the Surfside building collapse. But for now, some of those survivors are getting by thanks to the generosity of their own neighbors, who say they have not been forgotten. “We are here to be more helpful,” said Rabbi Sholom Lipskar of The Shul of Bal Harbour. “There’s always an open door here.” The Shul of Bal Harbour in partnership with the Global Empowerment Mission distributed close to $120,000 worth of rental relief to survivors of the Champlain Towers South tragedy. GEM’s founder Michael Capponi joined the event virtually because he is currently in Slovakia assisting refugees of the war in Ukraine. “Even though we’re involved in the Ukraine crisis and missions all around the world, we’re never going to forget about our backyard,” said Kimberley Bentley, the Ground Operations Director for Global Empowerment Mission. Newly-elected Surfside Mayor Shlomo Danzinger said his administration is focused on helping survivors and honoring the victims. “The families that lost everything are still on our minds. The Torah compares someone who has lost everything to someone who is dead,” Mayor Danzinger said. “Thankfully that’s not the case. But we still support you and do whatever we can.” People like Eric Zion and Daniela Silva say they appreciate that support. “It’s really more so the psychological aspect of it. They’re here for you to listen to what you have to say. They’re really amazing people. Someone to lean on,” Zion said. “I’m very grateful that we’re still getting all this help from The Shul and from GEM,” Silva added. Silva says she received $5,500 to offset some expenses while they still wait for a possible legal settlement. “The rent’s crazy in Miami now. We still have our bills to pay plus our rent. We still don’t know what’s going to happen with the building situation. Once everything is settled we are going to move on but we’re not there yet,” Silva said. “Tomorrow is court and it’s going to be a big day. I hope things get a little better for us, the survivors. So far we’re not getting recognized as survivors, just as an economic loss.” Surfside city leaders are holding a special meeting Tuesday to discuss a future memorial and signage honoring the victims at the site.