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SANIBEL Sanibel teen gearing up to reopen popular food truck The Sanibel Sprout, a beloved local spot, is gearing up for a hopeful reopening in mid-March after two years of rebuilding.
FORT MYERS Man arrested for prowling and enticing a child in Fort Myers A concerned citizen flagged down Florida Highway Patrol state troopers in Fort Myers to report an adult man was harassing his daughter, according to authorities.
PORT CHARLOTTE Port Charlotte Girl Scout earns Gold Award for pet care project A Port Charlotte teenager has earned the prestigious Gold Girl Scout Award.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers couple’s love grows stronger despite Alzheimer’s diagnosis Jeff and Bunny Edwards of Fort Myers celebrated their 41st anniversary, showcasing a love that has grown stronger over the years.
BONITA SPRINGS Harry Chapin Food Bank volunteers deliver food and a smile Food distributions seem so simple but go a long way in changing people’s lives. In Southwest Florida, the need for food is everywhere.
NAPLES Naples man arrested for cocaine trafficking A Naples man is facing a narcotics trafficking charge after deputies say he pitched cocaine out of his vehicle while trying to elude deputies.
SANIBEL Sanibel’s new rangers educate cyclists on path rules and e-bike limits Sanibel is a popular destination for biking enthusiasts, especially during the busy winter season. With over 26 miles of paved paths, the island offers stunning scenery for cyclists.
Cape Coral residents voice concerns over rental noise and rule-breaking Cape Coral is once again buzzing with discussions on short-term rentals.
Exclusive: Collier County Sheriff’s Office using tech to fight traffic congestion Naples is turning to technology to tackle traffic troubles.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers charity loses donation pod after complaint from local realtor Doug Miller and Amy Eldridge watched as their storage pod was towed away, marking the end of an era for their charitable efforts.
dunbar Dunbar’s Southward Village set for affordable housing transformation Southward Village is set to become a new hub for affordable housing as companies prepare to build on the now-empty site.
BABCOCK RANCH Babcock Ranch showcases cutting-edge robot in home construction Neighbors, friends, and students gathered Wednesday morning to witness a groundbreaking event in their community.
FORT MYERS Lee County schools expand garden program to 14 schools The Lee County School District is expanding its farm-to-school garden program to 14 schools, providing fresh ingredients for cafeteria meals.
SANIBEL Gulf dredging raises questions about red tide and beach conditions The beaches of Southwest Florida are a major attraction and a key reason why many visit or move to the area. However, a recent look at the Gulf waters shows a concerning change.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for February 12, 2025 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
Chabad Jewish Center damage. (Credit: WINK News) A rabbi is stepping up security after a man threw bricks at the Chabad Jewish Center in Cape Coral and smashed a car in the parking lot. A member who was inside at the time said it sounded like gunshots. The guy who did it is still on the run. The suspect is described as a man in his 50s, six feet tall, and roughly 200 pounds. He is described as having glasses and is nearly bald. Witnesses say they would recognize him if they saw him again. One was even able to snap a photo of the suspect’s car, an older model Ford Edge. “I was just standing over here. What is it? 10 feet? 10 feet from the door?” said Chabad Jewish Center Rabbi Yossi Labkowski. He was just 10 feet from where a man threw a brick at the door. “I see this gentleman picking up a brick and just throwing it out the door once, twice, three times, four times trying to break the glass trying to get in,” said Rabbi Labkowski. Chabad Jewish Center damage. (Credit: WINK News) Rabbi Labkowski said the violence didn’t start at the door. It began at a painted menorah that has sat outside of the Chabad Jewish Center since Hanukkah. “We hear this loud, loud noise. We were just about to go outside to see what happened. It was the menorah outside he knocked down,” Rabbi Labkowski said. Chabad Jewish Center menorah painting. (Credit: WINK News) Then the still unidentified man moved to the door, throwing brick after brick where shabbos services had just ended. A few congregants, including Jacob Ben-Haim, were still in the building. “I thought for a moment, this is a gunshot,” said Ben-Haim. The bricks didn’t break through the hurricane-impact glass, so the man moved to the rabbi’s car and smashed the windshield. “People from nearby heard that loud noise was like a real loud noise that was so they came they came they were pulling into the driveway,” said Rabbi Labkowski. Chabad Jewish Center vandalism suspect. (Credit: Cape Coral Police Department) That’s how they ended up with a picture of the suspect’s car. Above is a view of the driver’s side front end of an older model Ford Edge. Witnesses say it had Florida plates. This act of violence does not shy Jewish people away from their faith because love will always be stronger than hate. “Seek God and get the hate. Just remove the hate from you. People are out there to help. People are out there… there’s a lot of love—a lot of good. A lot of kindness,” Rabbi Labkowski said. Kindness goes a long way, and security helps too. Rabbi Labkowski said there would be a sheriff’s office watch tower placed in addition to increased police patrols. The Chabad Center is also installing cameras on the outside of the building, so if anyone tries this again, it won’t be as easy to get away.