ALVA Woodpeckers build home in Alva woman’s house You may have heard of squatters, but this woman is dealing with squawkers. Who needs a rooster to wake up when you have woodpeckers?
FORT MYERS Man claims he was trapped in a high-rise for 5 days A 77-year-old man wants justice after he claims he spent days trapped on the 24th floor of a high-rise apartment building.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte Correctional prisoner arrested for death of another inmate State Attorney Amira Fox convened a grand jury, which decided to move forward with a case against a Charlotte Correctional inmate.
SANIBEL Construction near Dairy Queen eagle nest on Sanibel raises concerns While many eagle nests may be a bit difficult to see, one nest has always been a favorite for Sanibel residents and tourists.
The environmental effects of artificial sweeteners Experts are studying how the foods we eat affect the environment, especially after we flush our waste down the toilet.
Victim reacts to man exposing himself to her Ring camera You get a notification on your phone from your ring camera app that someone is at the door, only to find out it is someone exposing themselves. It’s the last thing victim Maria Kivi wanted or expected to see last week.
LEE COUNTY The art of capturing your eye and drawing you in How do you capture young, hip, trendy, fun, movers and shakers, all in a pose? We take you behind the scenes of a Gulfshore Life cover shoot.
FORT MYERS The lives of two SJC Boxers changed in the ring Two SJC Boxers, Mario Nunez and Arbon Kurtishi, help each other in the ring as each of them had their lives changed because of boxing.
FORT MYERS Chlamydia cases rising sharply in Lee County If you think about a crowded space- something with more than 250 people- if it’s in Lee county, statistically one person has chlamydia.
SANIBEL Sanibel resort day passes hope to get more business on the island A pass will allow vacationers to hang out at a Sanibel beach club for a day in hopes of drumming up some business.
Voting equipment tested ahead of Lee County elections Voting equipment is being tested in Lee County. This is to ensure all ballots are printed and counted correctly for the upcoming election.
Collier County teen assaulted after leaving party The teen has been charged and the sheriff’s office said they’re aware that many believe felony charges are in order, but under Florida law, there are very specific criteria that must be met for felony charges to be filed.
WINK weather team watching tropical wave over Atlantic Ocean The Weather Authority is watching a tropical disturbance over the Central Atlantic Ocean.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral drug bust leads investigators to fake fentanyl, cash and guns Cape Coral man arrest on drug charges. Investigators said they found, guns, drugs, and more than $32,000 in Richard Riley’s home.
NAPLES Naples youth flag football team to compete in Ohio tournament This weekend, the Naples Lunatics Green will compete in the Superhero Sports tournament in Canton, Ohio.
ALVA Woodpeckers build home in Alva woman’s house You may have heard of squatters, but this woman is dealing with squawkers. Who needs a rooster to wake up when you have woodpeckers?
FORT MYERS Man claims he was trapped in a high-rise for 5 days A 77-year-old man wants justice after he claims he spent days trapped on the 24th floor of a high-rise apartment building.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte Correctional prisoner arrested for death of another inmate State Attorney Amira Fox convened a grand jury, which decided to move forward with a case against a Charlotte Correctional inmate.
SANIBEL Construction near Dairy Queen eagle nest on Sanibel raises concerns While many eagle nests may be a bit difficult to see, one nest has always been a favorite for Sanibel residents and tourists.
The environmental effects of artificial sweeteners Experts are studying how the foods we eat affect the environment, especially after we flush our waste down the toilet.
Victim reacts to man exposing himself to her Ring camera You get a notification on your phone from your ring camera app that someone is at the door, only to find out it is someone exposing themselves. It’s the last thing victim Maria Kivi wanted or expected to see last week.
LEE COUNTY The art of capturing your eye and drawing you in How do you capture young, hip, trendy, fun, movers and shakers, all in a pose? We take you behind the scenes of a Gulfshore Life cover shoot.
FORT MYERS The lives of two SJC Boxers changed in the ring Two SJC Boxers, Mario Nunez and Arbon Kurtishi, help each other in the ring as each of them had their lives changed because of boxing.
FORT MYERS Chlamydia cases rising sharply in Lee County If you think about a crowded space- something with more than 250 people- if it’s in Lee county, statistically one person has chlamydia.
SANIBEL Sanibel resort day passes hope to get more business on the island A pass will allow vacationers to hang out at a Sanibel beach club for a day in hopes of drumming up some business.
Voting equipment tested ahead of Lee County elections Voting equipment is being tested in Lee County. This is to ensure all ballots are printed and counted correctly for the upcoming election.
Collier County teen assaulted after leaving party The teen has been charged and the sheriff’s office said they’re aware that many believe felony charges are in order, but under Florida law, there are very specific criteria that must be met for felony charges to be filed.
WINK weather team watching tropical wave over Atlantic Ocean The Weather Authority is watching a tropical disturbance over the Central Atlantic Ocean.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral drug bust leads investigators to fake fentanyl, cash and guns Cape Coral man arrest on drug charges. Investigators said they found, guns, drugs, and more than $32,000 in Richard Riley’s home.
NAPLES Naples youth flag football team to compete in Ohio tournament This weekend, the Naples Lunatics Green will compete in the Superhero Sports tournament in Canton, Ohio.
Riptide Brewery teamed up with the Naples Zoo over the weekend for their annual Brew for the Zoo event, raising money and awareness for the endangered species. For centuries, Florida Panthers like Athena roamed the south without fear like kinds of the countryside, but a lot is different now. “They used to range all the way up into the Carolinas and all the way to Texas, but right now we’re covering around a population of a little over 200,” Chris Johnson, the general manager of Riptide Brewery, said. Panther Crossing sign reminding drivers to drive 45 mph in designated zones. CREDIT: WINK News According to Riptide Brewery, with fewer than 300 panthers left in the Southwest Florida wilderness, Riptide Brewery hosts Brew for the Zoo to help out the state animal of Florida. At Riptide Brewery, $2 from each pint of Athena or Uno Ale sold goes directly toward conservation. And you make a $5 donation by buying limited edition four packs. Johnson believes the success of Brew for the Zoo is based on how passionate the customers are about panther conservation. “Because of their interest in this event, we’re able to do more to help our panthers in the wild and just bring awareness to wildlife in general. And how important protected areas of Southwest Florida are,” Johnson said. Athena Ale four-pack. CREDIT: WINK News Kaia Bravo has a passion for wildlife, conservation, and the Florida Panther. I talked to her at the bar about the event and why she wants to protect the panther. “Wildlife and habitat conservation is a cause I believe in, and I try to be present at community events in support. It was lovely to see how many people attended. Knowing that others also want to see protection efforts for Florida Panthers makes me feel like there’s hope,” Bravo said. Pictures of Athena and Uno Ale. CREDIT: WINK News The money goes to a number of projects, but primarily to raise awareness among motorists to slow down in designated Panther Crossing areas, and judging from the turnout at Saturday’s event, many people in Southwest Florida support that. “I think protecting panthers is important because they play a role in the ecosystem, and when their population is threatened, it affects the whole system,” Bravo said. Little stuffed animal of Uno, a Florida Panther that lived at Naples Zoo. CREDIT: WINK News Since the event began in July 2016, it raised thousands of dollars to protect Florida Panthers. Riptide’s best year was when they raised nearly $14,000. “Human expansion/development is a huge factor in habitat decline and risk to animals,” Bravo said. “I think we have an obligation to be mindful of our impact and to act responsibly.” The outdoor area in front of the bar. CREDIT: WINK News When I asked Johnson how he sees the event growing in the future, he explained what his goal is. “Honestly, I’d just like for more people to be aware of panthers in general,” Johnson said. When I asked him if he’d like more people to attend the event, he couldn’t help but chuckle. “I don’t think anymore can fit,” Johnson said while laughing. Click here to learn more about the Brew for the Zoo event and how you can help Florida Panthers.