How to support small businesses on Small Business Saturday in Southwest FloridaMoney saving apps that should be on your phone this holiday season
WINK NEWS How to support small businesses on Small Business Saturday in Southwest Florida After hitting the big Black Friday sales at major retailers, BBB encourages consumers to check out small businesses participating SBS.
Money saving apps that should be on your phone this holiday season Black Friday has begun, and an estimated 74% of people are expected to turn out for holiday deals; however, inflation may dampen plans this season.
Making Melodies: How a SWFL teen is putting her musical talents to charitable use The moment Thanksgiving is over, the Christmas music begins, as WINK News speaks with a talented teenager about how she’s putting her musical talents to good use.
the weather authority Cold front brings a few showers this Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a cold front accompanied by showers throughout this Friday afternoon and evening.
Black Friday store hours for 2024 Stores will offer some of the best deals of the year on Black Friday. Here are some of the store hours for Black Friday.
FORT MYERS Southwest Florida shoppers shopping last minute for Thanksgiving Last-minute Thanksgiving shoppers, we’ve all been there. Someone forgot the egg nog, the cranberry sauce or wine to deal with the in-laws.
FORT MYERS South Carolina women’s basketball team in town The defending champs are in Southwest Florida.
AVE MARIA Ave Maria man thankful to be alive after taking bullet for a family An Ave Maria man said he’s thankful to be alive this Thanksgiving after taking a bullet to save a mother and her four children from a violent attacker.
CAPE CORAL At least 2 injured in Cape Coral crash At least two people were injured during a crash on Burnt Store Road and Caloosa Parkway in Cape Coral on Thursday evening.
WINK News meteorologist lives out her dream at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade It’s like a game of Where’s Waldo, but this time, all our eyes here at WINK were looking for a certain little leaf.
FORT MYERS A community Thanksgiving in Fort Myers Thanksgiving is about being grateful for what we have and what we have to give.
NAPLES Collier County Disaster Recovery Center to close The disaster recovery center opened for those affected by Hurricane Milton, Hurricane Helene, and Hurricane Debby.
CAPE CORAL K-9 officer, who served Cape Coral Police Department for 15 years, passes away The Cape Coral Police Department has announced the passing of retired K-9 Officer Todd Salmon.
Bishop Verot cheerleaders march in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Cheerleaders from Bishop Verot High School graced television screens across the nation as they marched through the streets of New York City in the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
WINK NEWS Driving safely during Thanksgiving holiday in Southwest Florida Most people drive to their Thanksgiving destination on Thanksgiving Day, and nearly 72 million people are expected to get behind the wheel.
WINK NEWS How to support small businesses on Small Business Saturday in Southwest Florida After hitting the big Black Friday sales at major retailers, BBB encourages consumers to check out small businesses participating SBS.
Money saving apps that should be on your phone this holiday season Black Friday has begun, and an estimated 74% of people are expected to turn out for holiday deals; however, inflation may dampen plans this season.
Making Melodies: How a SWFL teen is putting her musical talents to charitable use The moment Thanksgiving is over, the Christmas music begins, as WINK News speaks with a talented teenager about how she’s putting her musical talents to good use.
the weather authority Cold front brings a few showers this Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a cold front accompanied by showers throughout this Friday afternoon and evening.
Black Friday store hours for 2024 Stores will offer some of the best deals of the year on Black Friday. Here are some of the store hours for Black Friday.
FORT MYERS Southwest Florida shoppers shopping last minute for Thanksgiving Last-minute Thanksgiving shoppers, we’ve all been there. Someone forgot the egg nog, the cranberry sauce or wine to deal with the in-laws.
FORT MYERS South Carolina women’s basketball team in town The defending champs are in Southwest Florida.
AVE MARIA Ave Maria man thankful to be alive after taking bullet for a family An Ave Maria man said he’s thankful to be alive this Thanksgiving after taking a bullet to save a mother and her four children from a violent attacker.
CAPE CORAL At least 2 injured in Cape Coral crash At least two people were injured during a crash on Burnt Store Road and Caloosa Parkway in Cape Coral on Thursday evening.
WINK News meteorologist lives out her dream at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade It’s like a game of Where’s Waldo, but this time, all our eyes here at WINK were looking for a certain little leaf.
FORT MYERS A community Thanksgiving in Fort Myers Thanksgiving is about being grateful for what we have and what we have to give.
NAPLES Collier County Disaster Recovery Center to close The disaster recovery center opened for those affected by Hurricane Milton, Hurricane Helene, and Hurricane Debby.
CAPE CORAL K-9 officer, who served Cape Coral Police Department for 15 years, passes away The Cape Coral Police Department has announced the passing of retired K-9 Officer Todd Salmon.
Bishop Verot cheerleaders march in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Cheerleaders from Bishop Verot High School graced television screens across the nation as they marched through the streets of New York City in the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
WINK NEWS Driving safely during Thanksgiving holiday in Southwest Florida Most people drive to their Thanksgiving destination on Thanksgiving Day, and nearly 72 million people are expected to get behind the wheel.
Bonita Terra, formerly known as Citrus Park, dealing with flooding damages. (CREDIT: WINK News) Hope for families nearly five years after hurricane Irma left behind devastating damage in Southwest Florida. The city of Bonita Springs is moving forward with a solution to tackle flooding. The flooding plan is to use flood control measures such as pumps and reservoirs. Phase one is designing this and Wednesday night the Bonita Springs city council will vote on expanding and the deadline for the project neighbors say is vital to protecting their homes. Doris Bell is one of many homeowners of what is now Bonita Terra, who lost pretty much everything in hurricane Irma. The flooding from Hurricane Irma was terrible. “Everywhere you looked was water,” Bell said. “Everyone’s yards, the ball diamonds, everything was just water.” In 2017 the community was called Citrus Park. Before Irma, hurricane Harvey just missed the community but, according to Bell, “That left a foot of water in my brother’s home.” Flooding damages at Bonita Terra, formerly known as Citrus Park. (CREDIT: WINK News) Then Irma finished his home off two weeks later. These stories aren’t unique. They’re why the city of Bonita Springs came up with the Citrus Park East Bonita Stormwater Project. Once FEMA approves the design and construction plans the federal government will release the money necessary to make it happen. The work should be done by February 2024. Elly McKuen is the senior project manager in public works for the city of Bonita Springs. “We have really doubled down on trying to locate and revamp those areas that were flooded following the storm,” Mckuen said. “And so that’s one of the projects that we’re working on.” Flooding damages at Bonita Terra, formerly known as Citrus Park. (CREDIT: WINK News) Bell said she can’t wait. Now settled in her new, post-Irma home. Bell said it will be nice to stop worrying every time a storm approaches. “I don’t think you can build anything too strong. And we are all over 1600 mobile homes in our park. So there’s a lot that can go wrong,” Bell said. “We survived 25 years so I hope to have another 25 without a hurricane.” As far as designs for the project, the city said it’s still considering a few different options. But, if the city council votes Wednesday night to extend the deadline for phase one plans would be finished by this November.