Cape Coral Yacht Club faces costly rebuild after Hurricane Milton fireCape Coral Police Department offers scholarships to high school seniors
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Yacht Club faces costly rebuild after Hurricane Milton fire The future of the Cape Coral Yacht Club is under discussion following damage from Hurricane Milton.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Police Department offers scholarships to high school seniors According to the Cape Coral Police Department Facebook page, CCPD is offering scholarships for graduating seniors.
MARCO ISLAND Coin flip could solve Marco Island City Council conflict The Marco Island City Council remains deadlocked in its efforts to appoint a seventh councilor.
FORT MYERS Local leaders in SWFL focus on sustainable water solutions Water is a critical resource in Southwest Florida, supporting everything from fishing to boating and beaches.
COLLIER COUNTY Two girls hoops players from Ukraine reflect on year in SWFL Sasha Rubanova and Sonia Kiritsa reflect on the past year in Southwest Florida after leaving Ukraine.
EAST NAPLES Christopher Worrell among Jan. 6 Capitol attackers released by Trump pardon An East Naples man is now among three Southwest Florida Jan. 6 Capitol rioters released in response to President Donald Trump’s series of pardons.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers plans safety upgrades for Veronica Shoemaker Blvd. The City of Fort Myers is considering a study to explore potential improvements to Veronica S. Shoemaker Boulevard.
SANIBEL Community leaders discuss Sanibel’s future Sanibel Island has faced significant challenges in recent years, including hurricanes and flooding.
LCSO launches K-9 unit to provide emotional support for community The Lee County Sheriff’s Office now has a crisis care K-9 unit to provide emotional support and connection to community members in need.
CAPE CORAL Exclusive interview with Cape Coral leaders about families displaced through city project Residents near Bimini Square in Cape Coral face displacement as bulldozers demolish buildings for a new development project.
CAPE CORAL Demolition begins on Bimini East properties Demolition has begun on the Bimini East properties that are part of the City of Cape Coral’s revitalization development.
Lee County Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for January 22, 2025 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for January 22, 2025.
Charlotte County sheriff: deputy-involved shooting suspect was on 68 medications Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell has revealed new details regarding a deputy-involved shooting on Eager Road last week.
Plans for Aquarius Hotel receive final design approval in Naples A proposed 18-unit boutique hotel with a restaurant received unanimous final design approval Jan. 22 by the Naples Design Review Board.
What you need to know for FEMA transitional sheltering assistance Many in Southwest Florida are dealing with unlivable conditions after a series of hurricanes hit the area last fall.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Yacht Club faces costly rebuild after Hurricane Milton fire The future of the Cape Coral Yacht Club is under discussion following damage from Hurricane Milton.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Police Department offers scholarships to high school seniors According to the Cape Coral Police Department Facebook page, CCPD is offering scholarships for graduating seniors.
MARCO ISLAND Coin flip could solve Marco Island City Council conflict The Marco Island City Council remains deadlocked in its efforts to appoint a seventh councilor.
FORT MYERS Local leaders in SWFL focus on sustainable water solutions Water is a critical resource in Southwest Florida, supporting everything from fishing to boating and beaches.
COLLIER COUNTY Two girls hoops players from Ukraine reflect on year in SWFL Sasha Rubanova and Sonia Kiritsa reflect on the past year in Southwest Florida after leaving Ukraine.
EAST NAPLES Christopher Worrell among Jan. 6 Capitol attackers released by Trump pardon An East Naples man is now among three Southwest Florida Jan. 6 Capitol rioters released in response to President Donald Trump’s series of pardons.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers plans safety upgrades for Veronica Shoemaker Blvd. The City of Fort Myers is considering a study to explore potential improvements to Veronica S. Shoemaker Boulevard.
SANIBEL Community leaders discuss Sanibel’s future Sanibel Island has faced significant challenges in recent years, including hurricanes and flooding.
LCSO launches K-9 unit to provide emotional support for community The Lee County Sheriff’s Office now has a crisis care K-9 unit to provide emotional support and connection to community members in need.
CAPE CORAL Exclusive interview with Cape Coral leaders about families displaced through city project Residents near Bimini Square in Cape Coral face displacement as bulldozers demolish buildings for a new development project.
CAPE CORAL Demolition begins on Bimini East properties Demolition has begun on the Bimini East properties that are part of the City of Cape Coral’s revitalization development.
Lee County Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for January 22, 2025 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for January 22, 2025.
Charlotte County sheriff: deputy-involved shooting suspect was on 68 medications Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell has revealed new details regarding a deputy-involved shooting on Eager Road last week.
Plans for Aquarius Hotel receive final design approval in Naples A proposed 18-unit boutique hotel with a restaurant received unanimous final design approval Jan. 22 by the Naples Design Review Board.
What you need to know for FEMA transitional sheltering assistance Many in Southwest Florida are dealing with unlivable conditions after a series of hurricanes hit the area last fall.
Misty Proffitt, Zeke Smith, Jacques Thornton 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. Misty Proffitt Misty Proffitt (DOB: 5/15/1981) – wanted in Lee County on an order revoking pretrial supervision for trafficking in illegal drugs. Proffitt was arrested after authorities said they found fentanyl, marijuana and meth in a home she shared with her two children. They also found handguns and several shotguns. She was arrested and released a few days later. In August, a judge rescinded her release and ordered her back in custody. According to authorities, she has a violent history and once pointed a shotgun at her own child. She is 5-foot, 7-inches and 160 pounds and was last known to be living in Cape Coral. Zeke Smith Zeke Smith (DOB: 8/9/1985) – wanted in Lee County for violation of probation for theft. According to detectives, Smith was captured on surveillance footage as he stole items from a local business, causing several hundred dollars in damage. Smith told authorities he was in the area to do a little fishing and denied involvement in any theft. Smith has previously been arrested at least 22 times with charges that include domestic violence by strangulation, burglary, grand theft, contempt and fraud, among other crimes. Authorities say he is a registered convicted felon who also has ties to Fort Myers Beach. He is 5-foot, 11-inches and weighs 160 pounds. He will be held without bond upon his arrest. Jacquez Thornton Jacquez Thornton (DOB: 12/27/1997) – wanted in Lee County for violation of community control after a conviction for robbery. Thornton was found guilty of robbing someone of their Xbox. Thornton was supposed to meet up with the victim to buy the Xbox but held him at gunpoint instead. Thornton was placed on state supervision until March 2024, but violated those conditions in August, authorities said. He has been on the run since and he was last known to be staying in Fort Myers’ Dunbar neighborhood. He is 5-foot, 10-inches tall and weighs 190 pounds. Upon his arrest, he will be held without bond. SERIES: See all previous Most Wanted Wednesday fugitives 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