Miracle Moment: Two kids celebrating being cancer-freeStreet name dedicated to Fort Myers Civil Rights Activist
Miracle Moment: Two kids celebrating being cancer-free It’s time for a miracle moment. Two kids are celebrating being cancer-free this holiday season.
FORT MYERS Street name dedicated to Fort Myers Civil Rights Activist Reverend Isadore Edwards may be gone but his legacy will be forever tied to the city of Fort Myers.
ESTERO Several motorcycles stolen near Florida Gulf Coast University There is a trend of motorcycles being taken from parking lots. In Estero, two men unlocked a bike and then loaded it in the back of a van.
FORT MYERS Suntex provides update on Fort Myers Yacht Basin makeover The City of Fort Myers has promised that the Yacht Basin downtown will get a makeover, and the company running the show gave an update at the city council meeting.
BOKEELIA Popular Bokeelia restaurant demolished following damage from Milton There was hope for Capt’n Con’s Fish House in Bokeelia after the damage from Hurricane Helene in September.
NAPLES Grace Place raises more than $1.8 million at gala An organization dedicated to helping children and families just raised a whole lot of money.
NAPLES Naples parking problems frustrating residents Naples has a parking problem, but city leaders are stuck between a rock and a hard place trying to find a solution. The city’s rapid growth makes it harder every day to find a place for everyone to park.
NORTH FORT MYERS LCSO deputies use Taser to de-escalate armed standoff in North Fort Myers Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputies de-escalated a dangerous situation by using a Taser to save lives.
Trump’s comments bring hope for Dreamers President-elect Donald Trump said he wants to work out a plan for Dreamers to stay in America.
World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday A World War II veteran just turned 100 years old and celebrated with his community.
PUNTA GORDA Crews make last sweep for hurricane debris in Punta Gorda Clean-up from Hurricane Milton debris is wrapping up two months after the storm in Punta Gorda.
Charlotte Co. commissioners to review new townhome development, district Charlotte County commissioners will consider Dec. 10 the approval of homebuilder Lennar Home’s preliminary plat plan that proposes several hundred new townhomes in the South County area.
FORT MYERS Beatles tribute, “RAIN,” coming to Barbara B. Mann The Beatles tribute band “RAIN” will bring Beatlemania to Barbara B. Mann in Fort Myers next year, and tickets will be sold later this week.
WINK NEWS Lee County’s 12 Days of Giving begins Starting today, residents can receive Lee County’s e-newsletter and be entered to win one of 12 prize packages.
NORTH FORT MYERS Free public transportation available for attendees of state food-assistance event LeeTran will provide free public transportation to the state’s Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) event.
Miracle Moment: Two kids celebrating being cancer-free It’s time for a miracle moment. Two kids are celebrating being cancer-free this holiday season.
FORT MYERS Street name dedicated to Fort Myers Civil Rights Activist Reverend Isadore Edwards may be gone but his legacy will be forever tied to the city of Fort Myers.
ESTERO Several motorcycles stolen near Florida Gulf Coast University There is a trend of motorcycles being taken from parking lots. In Estero, two men unlocked a bike and then loaded it in the back of a van.
FORT MYERS Suntex provides update on Fort Myers Yacht Basin makeover The City of Fort Myers has promised that the Yacht Basin downtown will get a makeover, and the company running the show gave an update at the city council meeting.
BOKEELIA Popular Bokeelia restaurant demolished following damage from Milton There was hope for Capt’n Con’s Fish House in Bokeelia after the damage from Hurricane Helene in September.
NAPLES Grace Place raises more than $1.8 million at gala An organization dedicated to helping children and families just raised a whole lot of money.
NAPLES Naples parking problems frustrating residents Naples has a parking problem, but city leaders are stuck between a rock and a hard place trying to find a solution. The city’s rapid growth makes it harder every day to find a place for everyone to park.
NORTH FORT MYERS LCSO deputies use Taser to de-escalate armed standoff in North Fort Myers Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputies de-escalated a dangerous situation by using a Taser to save lives.
Trump’s comments bring hope for Dreamers President-elect Donald Trump said he wants to work out a plan for Dreamers to stay in America.
World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday A World War II veteran just turned 100 years old and celebrated with his community.
PUNTA GORDA Crews make last sweep for hurricane debris in Punta Gorda Clean-up from Hurricane Milton debris is wrapping up two months after the storm in Punta Gorda.
Charlotte Co. commissioners to review new townhome development, district Charlotte County commissioners will consider Dec. 10 the approval of homebuilder Lennar Home’s preliminary plat plan that proposes several hundred new townhomes in the South County area.
FORT MYERS Beatles tribute, “RAIN,” coming to Barbara B. Mann The Beatles tribute band “RAIN” will bring Beatlemania to Barbara B. Mann in Fort Myers next year, and tickets will be sold later this week.
WINK NEWS Lee County’s 12 Days of Giving begins Starting today, residents can receive Lee County’s e-newsletter and be entered to win one of 12 prize packages.
NORTH FORT MYERS Free public transportation available for attendees of state food-assistance event LeeTran will provide free public transportation to the state’s Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) event.
Joseph Heffley, Erica Rayner, Hugh Robinson. This weekly WINK News segment features fugitives from justice right here in Southwest Florida. This is your chance to help out the community and give the tip that gets these people off the street. These suspects need to be found – and you can help. If you have seen them, reach out to Crime Stoppers or your local law enforcement. Call 1-800-780-TIPS (8477). Here are three fugitives wanted by Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers. Joseph Heffley Joseph Heffley (DOB 7/6/78) – wanted in Collier County for violation of state probation for DUI and felony driving while license suspended or revoked. Heffley has a lengthy criminal history, with previous local arrests for grand theft, lewd sexual battery, aggravated battery, burglary, the possession of heroin, fraud/impersonation, dealing in stolen property, grand theft auto, resisting/obstruction, battery, aggravated assault and three drunk driving arrests in the last 10 years. In addition to his local time behind bars, he’s also been sent to prison five times for charges in both Collier and Highlands Counties for aggravated battery and grand theft auto. He was last known to be living in the East Naples area, possibly working as a kitchen laborer or in the construction business. He has numerous tattoos and is known to use the aliases of Shawn Golden, Damios Heffley, or “Train.” Erica Rayner Erica Rayner (DOB 3/27/96) – wanted in Lee County for violation of probation for grand theft. She’s got nearly two dozen arrests on her record for charges that include grand theft, battery, fraud, property damage, improper weapons exhibition, and disorderly intoxication. Her current warrant stems from an incident when she went to a local department store and grabbed an armful of clothes off the rack, valued at just over $900. When she walked out of the store without paying, an employee followed close behind and told Rayner to return the clothing. Instead, she pulled out pepper spray and attacked the employee before leaving. Deputies managed to catch up with her a short time later on I-75, where she was driving on a license that had been suspended since 2015. She is 5’8”, 135 pounds and was last known to be living in Pine Manor. She’s got several tattoos, including a bird and flowers on her right arm, the name Robert on her back and the name Tricia with a cheetah on her chest. And upon her arrest, she will be held without bond. Hugh Robinson Hugh Robinson (DOB 10/20/73) – wanted in Lee County on a bench warrant for failure to appear on charges of theft (three or more). This guy gives a whole new meaning to repeat offender, with 47 bookings under his belt since 1987. He is a registered convicted felon with a lengthy history of theft, as well as drugs, battery, resisting, fraud, aggravated battery, burglary, grand theft auto, fleeing/eluding, hit and run, and DUI. He’s also been arrested additional times in Columbia and Pasco Counties and he’s been sent to prison five times for burglary, escape, and grand theft. He is 5’7”, 160 pounds, and was last known to be living in North Fort Myers. He has a tattoo of rosary beads on his left arm, a cross and a grave on his left leg and a dog inked on his chest. He’s been on the run since late April, and upon his arrest, he will be held without bond. If you have a tip on the whereabouts of any of these wanted suspects contact Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers. All callers will remain anonymous and will be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000. Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers 1-800-780-TIPS (8477) or southwestfloridacrimestoppers.com