Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast UniversityMissing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres
Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast University Students at Florida Gulf Coast University said they don’t know the specifics of a threat made last week, but they do know it was taken care of.
Missing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres Authorities have found a missing and endangered boy in Lehigh Acres. Police asked for the public’s help in locating Zachariah McKelvin.
School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements When we think of the bus stop, we typically think of it as a safe place for our children, but one mother says the Lee County School District told her they live too close to the school to get a bus route.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast University Students at Florida Gulf Coast University said they don’t know the specifics of a threat made last week, but they do know it was taken care of.
Missing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres Authorities have found a missing and endangered boy in Lehigh Acres. Police asked for the public’s help in locating Zachariah McKelvin.
School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements When we think of the bus stop, we typically think of it as a safe place for our children, but one mother says the Lee County School District told her they live too close to the school to get a bus route.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
Images from inside the North Fort Myers hurricane shelter. A hurricane shelter in North Fort Myers has received complaints about dirty living conditions, and now there are apparent contradictions from officials in charge of the shelter. People living at the old Publix in North Fort Myers say the shelter is crowded and are concerned about mold. MORE: People at the North Fort Myers shelter are upset about its condition WINK News received a new statement from CDR Maguire, the company that runs the shelter on Thursday that reads: There is no contradiction with the director’s statement. Different representatives from various agencies, including FEMA, FDEM, Centers for Persons with Disabilities, Lee County Fire Marshal, and other agencies, have toured the facility and found there were no violations. As per CDR’s statement, there are aesthetic recommendations being addressed and continually monitored. This includes 3-4 spots in the facility in which the sprinkler system, which is not in use, had water in the pipes that dripped. This resulted in some black and green discoloration in the AC ducts, which are also not in use. There continue to be no health, ADA or fire code violations. The statement does not address what CDR Maguire told WINK News was possibly mold on Wednesday, which you can read below: While some pictures show old and somewhat dirty ducts, and possible small areas of mildew or mold, those are not in service. We will be bringing in an environmental contractor to review the 3-4 areas of concern. The North Fort Myers fire marshal contacted WINK News to say that they did the inspection and to point out, in response to CDR Maguire’s statement, that there is no “Lee County Fire Marshal.” The full statement reads: An inspection was completed for 18900 N. Tamami Trail. The findings were exit requirements, functional fire alarm and sprinkler system, accessibility of fire extinguishers, installation of propane tanks, permitting, and fire watch compliance. Majority of the issues have been resolved. Currently, Our Fire Prevention Bureau is working daily with county entities and CDR Maguire to gain a positive outcome in regards to life safety. We understand the complex situation all entities, residents, and staff at the NFM shelter is enduring. We maintain the understanding the circumstances are fluid, intricate, and delicate. Our objective is to provide the highest quality of life safety compliance. The Florida Division of Emergency Management contracts the shelter’s operation to CDR Maguire. A spokeswoman for FDEM said they were told there were no mold issues at the shelter, only brown water spots. WINK News also reached out to FEMA, which said it had not inspected the shelter in North Fort Myers. Image from inside the North Fort Myers hurricane shelter. Image from inside the North Fort Myers hurricane shelter. Image from inside the North Fort Myers hurricane shelter. Conditions inside of the North Fort Myers shelter (CREDIT: WINK News) Conditions inside of the North Fort Myers shelter (CREDIT: WINK News) Inside of North Fort Myers shelter (CREDIT: WINK News) Side by side bed inside of North Fort Myers shelter (CREDIT: WINK News) Missing tiles inside of North Fort Myers shelter (CREDIT: WINK News) Above are some of the photos people who now live at the shelter have shared with WINK News. It is not all bad news for the people staying at the shelter in North Fort Myers. School district of Lee County spokesperson Rob Spicker said they would be helping students at the shelter: School District staff from the Homeless Education Program will be at the shelter next week to connect the students currently not going to school with the resources they need to return to a learning environment. 15-year-old Angel Bustos, who is living at the shelter, spoke to WINK News about his struggle to get back to school. Submit Copyright ©2024 Fort Myers Broadcasting. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed without prior written consent.