Twins host fans for open house and first full squad workoutShingle roofs could phase out in the future
FORT MYERS Twins host fans for open house and first full squad workout The Minnesota Twins held their first full squad workout of Spring Training as well as hosted fans for an open house.
Shingle roofs could phase out in the future Florida Insurance Commissioner Michael Yaworsky recently made comments at the Florida Chamber Insurance Summit about the potential phasing out of shingle roofs in the state.
SANIBEL Sanibel islanders rally to restore beloved fishing pier after Ian damage The Sanibel Fishing Pier, a beloved spot for many, has been in disrepair since Hurricane Ian struck more than two years ago. Now, dedicated fishers are pushing to restore it using private funding.
PUNTA GORDA Gunfire erupts on US 41 bridge in Punta Gorda; bikers arrested A road rage incident escalated into gunfire on the U.S. 41 bridge connecting Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte, causing fear among drivers.
CLEWISTON Clewiston father shoots friend over alleged sexual crime against daughter There is new information about a murder in Clewiston earlier this month.
BONITA SPRINGS San Carlos Estates fights city merger proposal with Bonita Springs Residents of San Carlos Estates in Bonita Springs are fighting to maintain their neighborhood’s independence.
PUNTA GORDA New flight routes at Punta Gorda Airport The Punta Gorda Airport is expanding its offerings, adding new flight options for travelers.
LEE COUNTY Bregman’s arrival and Devers’ denial highlight Red Sox first full squad The addition of Alex Bregman and Rafael Devers’ refusal to change positions highlighted the first full squad workout for the Red Sox.
NORTH FORT MYERS March to a Million Meals: Teaming up to help feed families Feeding a quarter of a million people each month requires a lot of money and help.
Charlotte County residents voice concerns over Burnt Store Road upgrades An emergency meeting was held to address concerns from residents about the development along Burnt Store Road in Charlotte County.
PORT CHARLOTTE Local nonprofit gives back to veterans for their service A military wife has found a heartfelt way to honor veterans and first responders.
Miracle Moment: Ronald McDonald House offers hope to boy battling cancer It’s time for Miracle Moment.
PORT CHARLOTTE Tampa Bay Rays uplift Charlotte County fans post hurricanes Tampa Bay’s full squad reported on Monday and fans were out in full force, with more appreciation than the players might know.
Breakthrough for patients diagnosed with ALS Fewer than 500 people in the United States have a genetic mutation linked to their case of ALS.
EAST NAPLES 1 injured after house fire in East Naples An investigation is underway after a fire in East Naples.
FORT MYERS Twins host fans for open house and first full squad workout The Minnesota Twins held their first full squad workout of Spring Training as well as hosted fans for an open house.
Shingle roofs could phase out in the future Florida Insurance Commissioner Michael Yaworsky recently made comments at the Florida Chamber Insurance Summit about the potential phasing out of shingle roofs in the state.
SANIBEL Sanibel islanders rally to restore beloved fishing pier after Ian damage The Sanibel Fishing Pier, a beloved spot for many, has been in disrepair since Hurricane Ian struck more than two years ago. Now, dedicated fishers are pushing to restore it using private funding.
PUNTA GORDA Gunfire erupts on US 41 bridge in Punta Gorda; bikers arrested A road rage incident escalated into gunfire on the U.S. 41 bridge connecting Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte, causing fear among drivers.
CLEWISTON Clewiston father shoots friend over alleged sexual crime against daughter There is new information about a murder in Clewiston earlier this month.
BONITA SPRINGS San Carlos Estates fights city merger proposal with Bonita Springs Residents of San Carlos Estates in Bonita Springs are fighting to maintain their neighborhood’s independence.
PUNTA GORDA New flight routes at Punta Gorda Airport The Punta Gorda Airport is expanding its offerings, adding new flight options for travelers.
LEE COUNTY Bregman’s arrival and Devers’ denial highlight Red Sox first full squad The addition of Alex Bregman and Rafael Devers’ refusal to change positions highlighted the first full squad workout for the Red Sox.
NORTH FORT MYERS March to a Million Meals: Teaming up to help feed families Feeding a quarter of a million people each month requires a lot of money and help.
Charlotte County residents voice concerns over Burnt Store Road upgrades An emergency meeting was held to address concerns from residents about the development along Burnt Store Road in Charlotte County.
PORT CHARLOTTE Local nonprofit gives back to veterans for their service A military wife has found a heartfelt way to honor veterans and first responders.
Miracle Moment: Ronald McDonald House offers hope to boy battling cancer It’s time for Miracle Moment.
PORT CHARLOTTE Tampa Bay Rays uplift Charlotte County fans post hurricanes Tampa Bay’s full squad reported on Monday and fans were out in full force, with more appreciation than the players might know.
Breakthrough for patients diagnosed with ALS Fewer than 500 people in the United States have a genetic mutation linked to their case of ALS.
EAST NAPLES 1 injured after house fire in East Naples An investigation is underway after a fire in East Naples.
(Red Cross shelter sign. (Credit: WINK News) Shelters are a place to eat, sleep and find emotional support for those who lost their homes after Hurricane Ian. The Red Cross provides hurricane shelters in Lee and Collier counties. WINK News reporter Emma Heaton spoke to people staying at the Estero shelter, run by the Red Cross, and a nurse working there. The Estero shelter is located at the Estero Recreation Center. Michelle and Lynn are staying at the shelter for now. Their home is inside the Century 21 Mobile Home Community in Iona. Michelle: “Well, we both lost our mobiles. I was scared. We finally left at three o’clock in the morning, and the winds and the waters you could tell were already coming up from Sanibel because we don’t live that far from Sanibel. But we got out of there. By the time we got back, it was just mold. Mold is everywhere.” Emma: “So you’re forced to stay here. No place else to go? And what is your experience been like inside?” Michelle: “It’s awful. They haven’t so cold in there. They keep the lights on all night long. You know, on the far end of the gymnasium in there, they’ve locked the doors now. And I mean, I already didn’t feel safe because they propped the doors open, these kids, they all prop the doors open. So you don’t know who’s coming in and out. Emma: “Lynn, you were telling me that you don’t believe they want to let you guys stay here. Why is that?” Lynn: “Well, it’s just, you know, you’re low on toilet paper and this type of thing. And I don’t know, there’s always someone there to tattle on you. And I mean, I see what it is. And the volunteers are good, but they want to stay here like a week at a time. And then they changed the rules. Like we used to be able to have coffee at five o’clock in the morning. That wasn’t the rule on paper, but they let us in have coffee at five o’clock in the morning. And now you don’t. You have to wait till 6:30, 7 o’clock.” Emma: “So it doesn’t feel like home necessarily. But I also sort of want to give people like volunteers here the benefit of the doubt; what are some things that they’re doing right here?” Michelle: “Well, they do come up to you and ask if you’re doing OK. The sheltershave volunteers and nurses working tirelessly to make people feel as comfortable as possible. Emma Heaton spoke to one of the nurses. Nurse: “So we have a triage, we have a clinic, the guests, they can come there, if they’re not feeling well, or if they need help with prescriptions refilled, or you know, just anything medical that they may possibly need. We’re here to offer our services and help them and get them through the process.” Emma: “So your role is to make people as comfortable as possible.” Nurse: “Yes, and helping you know, different abrasions or cuts or you know, just not feeling well, just general things and that aspect. We’re here to just offer as much support that we can during this time.” Emma: “There are some people that are not comfortable inside, and they’re not necessarily happy with how things are going. But could you just talk about the work that you guys are putting in and how much effort you’re putting in to make these people feel more comfortable.” Nurse: “Well, we’re here to let them know that, you know, they’re not alone if there’s something they’re going through. And you know, right now we have, you know, doctors that are no longer, the practices are not functioning, we have pharmacies, they’re not functioning and basically they can come in and get the help and we can put the services in and so they can have their needs met. I mean we have people with blood pressure problems. We have people with sight problems. We have people with just general things and they don’t know where to go. They can’t get to where they normally are. So we are here to help them.” The Red Cross is working with southern baptists to feed all the people in emergency shelters if you’d like to donate time or money, you can call 1-800-RED-CROSS. Submit Copyright ©2025 Fort Myers Broadcasting. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed without prior written consent.