Neighbors react to Three Oaks Park shooter’s arrestStorm Tracking: Hurricane Beryl, Tropical Storm Chris and Invest 96L
Neighbors react to Three Oaks Park shooter’s arrest Sheriff Carmine Marceno said a drug deal gone wrong in Three Oaks Park left one dead and the gunman on the loose.
the weather authority Storm Tracking: Hurricane Beryl, Tropical Storm Chris and Invest 96L The Weather Authority has been tracking major Hurricane Beryl, Tropical Storm Chris and Invest 96L in the Atlantic.
NAPLES Flag at Naples Holocaust Museum to honor liberators Holocaust survivors created this flag in honor of their liberators, made with scraps and garments found in concentration camps in Germany.
New law requires disclosure of artificial intelligence in political ads When AI becomes entwined in our politics, it can be downright scary, putting words in people’s mouths that they didn’t say or showing them doing things they didn’t do.
FORT MYERS Ride along State Road 82 with FMPD On Monday, Fort Myers Police Department pulled a car over on SR 82 for going 100 mph in a 50 mph zone. They took WINK News on a ride-along.
FORT MYERS Neighbors ask officials to address constant flooding along Palm Beach Boulevard Heavy rains often turn Palm Beach Boulevard into a nightmare for drivers, like it did on Sunday, as cars were stuck in ankle deep waters.
FORT MYERS Gov DeSantis vetoes bill that requires DOH to issue health warnings at local beaches From algal blooms to red tide, we all know there are some bad things lurking in Florida waters.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Black Bear law causes concern among Floridians Black bears have often been seen across Southwest Florida, and now a new law that allows for the killing of a black bear under certain circumstances is raising concerns.
What’s next for Joe Biden after debate performance? Among democratic voters, 45% believe the president should step aside and not be the nominee, but Biden is showing no signs of dropping from the race.
LEHIGH ACRES 1 injured in Lehigh Acres shooting The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a shooting that occurred in Lehigh Acres on Monday evening.
NAPLES Mercato in Naples is getting a makeover Plans are in the works this summer and fall to “refresh” Mercato in North Naples. The popular local destination will be tripling the size of its 3,000-square-foot piazza to accommodate over a hundred annual events.
Miracle Moment: Boy battles cancer three times Twelve-year-old Karsen Winters is staying cool in the face of cancer.
NAPLES Naples based volleyball team bumps, sets and spikes path to national title The Florida Gulfside Volleyball Academy 13U Prime team brought home the club’s first USAV Junior National Championship.
Lee County Commissioner candidate Matthew Thornton says he was election fraud victim Thornton, 62 and a Fort Myers Beach resident, said a 2020 signature on a voter form with his name on it was forged.
New technology revolutionizes upper spine treatment Medication, therapies and surgeries can offer relief, but a new technology is helping people with upper spine issues.
Neighbors react to Three Oaks Park shooter’s arrest Sheriff Carmine Marceno said a drug deal gone wrong in Three Oaks Park left one dead and the gunman on the loose.
the weather authority Storm Tracking: Hurricane Beryl, Tropical Storm Chris and Invest 96L The Weather Authority has been tracking major Hurricane Beryl, Tropical Storm Chris and Invest 96L in the Atlantic.
NAPLES Flag at Naples Holocaust Museum to honor liberators Holocaust survivors created this flag in honor of their liberators, made with scraps and garments found in concentration camps in Germany.
New law requires disclosure of artificial intelligence in political ads When AI becomes entwined in our politics, it can be downright scary, putting words in people’s mouths that they didn’t say or showing them doing things they didn’t do.
FORT MYERS Ride along State Road 82 with FMPD On Monday, Fort Myers Police Department pulled a car over on SR 82 for going 100 mph in a 50 mph zone. They took WINK News on a ride-along.
FORT MYERS Neighbors ask officials to address constant flooding along Palm Beach Boulevard Heavy rains often turn Palm Beach Boulevard into a nightmare for drivers, like it did on Sunday, as cars were stuck in ankle deep waters.
FORT MYERS Gov DeSantis vetoes bill that requires DOH to issue health warnings at local beaches From algal blooms to red tide, we all know there are some bad things lurking in Florida waters.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Black Bear law causes concern among Floridians Black bears have often been seen across Southwest Florida, and now a new law that allows for the killing of a black bear under certain circumstances is raising concerns.
What’s next for Joe Biden after debate performance? Among democratic voters, 45% believe the president should step aside and not be the nominee, but Biden is showing no signs of dropping from the race.
LEHIGH ACRES 1 injured in Lehigh Acres shooting The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a shooting that occurred in Lehigh Acres on Monday evening.
NAPLES Mercato in Naples is getting a makeover Plans are in the works this summer and fall to “refresh” Mercato in North Naples. The popular local destination will be tripling the size of its 3,000-square-foot piazza to accommodate over a hundred annual events.
Miracle Moment: Boy battles cancer three times Twelve-year-old Karsen Winters is staying cool in the face of cancer.
NAPLES Naples based volleyball team bumps, sets and spikes path to national title The Florida Gulfside Volleyball Academy 13U Prime team brought home the club’s first USAV Junior National Championship.
Lee County Commissioner candidate Matthew Thornton says he was election fraud victim Thornton, 62 and a Fort Myers Beach resident, said a 2020 signature on a voter form with his name on it was forged.
New technology revolutionizes upper spine treatment Medication, therapies and surgeries can offer relief, but a new technology is helping people with upper spine issues.
Cars on flooded street. Credit: WINK News The rain Southwest Florida has seen this week is a good reminder to make sure you have flood insurance as we enter the heart of hurricane season. As you may know, where you live can determine what kind and how much insurance you need. A lot of Charlotte County is in low-lying areas, so officials are hosting a Friday workshop for people in the community to ask questions about the new FEMA flood maps. They can also ask about changes to their risk ratings and how those could impact their property. Damage from flooding can be expensive. To help protect you and your property, FEMA has flood maps to show which areas are at high risk for flooding. Recently, we have seen fast-moving flood waters cause a lot of destruction across the U.S. in places like Mississippi, Texas and Kentucky. It can happen anytime, which is why Brian Gleason, communications manager for Charlotte County, says it’s important to be aware and prepared for flooding. “If you’re anywhere near water, if you’re in an area that is prone to flooding, if you have belongings in your home or things that are irreplaceable, you should have flood insurance, it’s not very expensive,” Gleason said. “I know everybody has a million things on their budgets; flood insurance should be one of them.” The new FEMA risk maps have changed criteria and put in new guidelines for property insurance in Charlotte County. If you were not in a flood zone before, you could actually be in one now, or vice versa, and that could impact your flood insurance rates. “If you live in Florida, you should be aware of how stormwater or storm surge might affect your property,” Gleason said. “And be ready and prepared to have the proper protection for yourself and your family and your bank account. And make sure you have flood insurance if it’s required, or even if it’s optional. It’s always a good idea that, if you can afford it, to have it, and, like I said before, if you have a mortgage, you have it.” Gleason hopes the flood insurance workshop being held from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Mid County Regional Library, located at 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., will give people some peace of mind. The new flood maps will go into effect on Dec. 15.