1 dead from deadly intersection crash on SR31 and Bermont RoadBay Street Yard grand opening moved up to Memorial Day weekend
WINK NEWS 1 dead from deadly intersection crash on SR31 and Bermont Road A 21-year-old woman from Sarasota died after a deadly crash involving two cars occurred on State Route 31 and Bermont Road.
downtown fort myers Bay Street Yard grand opening moved up to Memorial Day weekend Bay Street Yard, an entertainment venue in downtown Fort Myers, announced on Facebook its grand opening for Saturday.
A Message from Matt Devitt Welcome to the 2023 WINK News Hurricane Guide. Hurricane season is now here, and for the next six months, the WINK Weather Team will constantly monitor for tropical depressions, tropical storms and hurricanes that could be potential threats.
What to know about evacuating to a shelter during a hurricane If an evacuation order has been issued, officials strongly encourage you to make every effort to leave the area. Evacuation options that may be better than going to a public shelter include:
Dangers of Electricity Following a hurricane, electrical equipment, downed power lines and household wiring can all pose potential hazards if not dealt with properly. Here’s how to safely contend with such problems.
FORT MYERS Police: woman recovered dead after intentionally entering storm drain at Fort Myers County Club A woman who was found naked and wandering inside a storm drain at the Fort Myers Country Club has died, according to police.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man arrested for possession of child pornography A man from Cape Coral was arrested yesterday morning for allegedly possessing child sexual abuse material.
downtown fort myers Downtown Fort Myers post office fully reopens The downtown Fort Myers post office has fully reopened, having begun retail operations on Wednesday.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Hot Wednesday with isolated storms closer to the coast The Weather Authority is tracking a hotter Wednesday with isolated storms closer to the coast in the late afternoon and into the evening.
Mosquito control boundaries expanding in Collier County New boundaries have been established for the Collier Mosquito Control District, the first expansion in over 20 years.
FORT MYERS BEACH Caught on video: Man arrested at Margaritaville, accused of throwing beer bottles off balcony 23-year-old Connor Thurman is accused of throwing beer bottles off his balcony. When he was asked to leave, he was determined to take his Corona with him.
House passes bill for writing off Hurricane Ian expenses What looked like progress in getting tax relief for Hurricane Ian victims has hit a potential new snag.
FORT MYERS What is Fort Myers doing with its parking revenue? In December 2023, the City of Fort Myers changed its parking system.
Charlotte County taking steps for the future The future is now here in Southwest Florida, and leaders are trying to think ahead and plan for the influx of people expected in the coming years.
FORT MYERS Listen up: irritating noises can hurt your health It’s the sounds you don’t expect that sneak up on you and could leave long-lasting damage.
WINK NEWS 1 dead from deadly intersection crash on SR31 and Bermont Road A 21-year-old woman from Sarasota died after a deadly crash involving two cars occurred on State Route 31 and Bermont Road.
downtown fort myers Bay Street Yard grand opening moved up to Memorial Day weekend Bay Street Yard, an entertainment venue in downtown Fort Myers, announced on Facebook its grand opening for Saturday.
A Message from Matt Devitt Welcome to the 2023 WINK News Hurricane Guide. Hurricane season is now here, and for the next six months, the WINK Weather Team will constantly monitor for tropical depressions, tropical storms and hurricanes that could be potential threats.
What to know about evacuating to a shelter during a hurricane If an evacuation order has been issued, officials strongly encourage you to make every effort to leave the area. Evacuation options that may be better than going to a public shelter include:
Dangers of Electricity Following a hurricane, electrical equipment, downed power lines and household wiring can all pose potential hazards if not dealt with properly. Here’s how to safely contend with such problems.
FORT MYERS Police: woman recovered dead after intentionally entering storm drain at Fort Myers County Club A woman who was found naked and wandering inside a storm drain at the Fort Myers Country Club has died, according to police.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man arrested for possession of child pornography A man from Cape Coral was arrested yesterday morning for allegedly possessing child sexual abuse material.
downtown fort myers Downtown Fort Myers post office fully reopens The downtown Fort Myers post office has fully reopened, having begun retail operations on Wednesday.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Hot Wednesday with isolated storms closer to the coast The Weather Authority is tracking a hotter Wednesday with isolated storms closer to the coast in the late afternoon and into the evening.
Mosquito control boundaries expanding in Collier County New boundaries have been established for the Collier Mosquito Control District, the first expansion in over 20 years.
FORT MYERS BEACH Caught on video: Man arrested at Margaritaville, accused of throwing beer bottles off balcony 23-year-old Connor Thurman is accused of throwing beer bottles off his balcony. When he was asked to leave, he was determined to take his Corona with him.
House passes bill for writing off Hurricane Ian expenses What looked like progress in getting tax relief for Hurricane Ian victims has hit a potential new snag.
FORT MYERS What is Fort Myers doing with its parking revenue? In December 2023, the City of Fort Myers changed its parking system.
Charlotte County taking steps for the future The future is now here in Southwest Florida, and leaders are trying to think ahead and plan for the influx of people expected in the coming years.
FORT MYERS Listen up: irritating noises can hurt your health It’s the sounds you don’t expect that sneak up on you and could leave long-lasting damage.
The Hometown Heroes program to help essential workers get a home. (CREDIT: WINK News) Essential workers may be closer to becoming homeowners after a state program went into effect on the first of June for more than 50 professions. Florida’s Hometown Heroes Loan Program is going to help frontline workers with down payments and closing costs assistance. Over 50 different professions like dental hygienists, athletic trainers, massage therapists, mental health counselors, and more will have access to the program. Click here to view the full list of eligible occupations for the Florida Hometown Heroes Loan Program. “This program is a game changer and I promise you other states are going to adopt this program,” Rick Haas from Marzucco Real Estate said. You may not think you’re eligible, but you could qualify. “I didn’t realize how extensive it was until I actually got the list and saw how many people it’s going to help out,” Haas said. Lauren Maxwell is the Executive Vice President of Maxwell Mortgage Team CrossCountry Mortgage. She shared some thoughts on the program. “Teachers, you need to call us. Nurses, technicians, librarians, daycare workers, this is for you,” Maxwell said. To have a thriving community, you must have essential workers. But many can’t afford to live where they work. It’s something WINK News has reported on extensively, and it’s why the state is trying to help bridge the gap. “This allows you to get in with the most minimal money down with a 640-credit score,” Maxwell said. To qualify there are income limits as well as purchase price limits for a home. But, the limits are generous, just like the assistance the program offers. “Borrowers can get 5% of their loan amount towards their down payment towards their closing costs,” Maxwell said. Up to $25,000 and if you aren’t sure whether you’re eligible, the answer is a simple phone call away. “This is what you do. You pick up the phone. You call Rick or you call Lauren. We will help you, we will walk you through it,” Maxwell said. “We will, we are going to find you that house. We do not take no for an answer.” Maxwell Mortgage teams said they have helped a handful of heroes find homes through the program. Down payment assistance through the program comes from a secondary, non-interest-bearing loan. Those funds do not have to be paid back unless the home is sold before the end of the primary loan term.