How is Spirit’s bankruptcy announcement affecting RSW travelers?Victim in Collier house party shooting identified, killer still at large
Southwest Florida International Airport How is Spirit’s bankruptcy announcement affecting RSW travelers? Spirit Airlines is heading to bankruptcy court right as we head into the busy holiday travel season, so how would this impact Southwest Florida travelers?
Victim in Collier house party shooting identified, killer still at large WINK News is learning the victim of a fatal house party shooting was a Collier County public school student.
Ultrasound technology shows promise for pain and depression treatment Chronic pain and treatment-resistant depression — both impact millions of people, both can be debilitating and both can leave people feeling hopeless.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Fire Department launches annual toy drive The Cape Coral Fire Department is collecting toys and gifts for children in need this holiday season.
Bruno’s of Brooklyn opens new downtown Fort Myers location The new Bruno’s of Brooklyn Italian Eatery opens the evening of Nov. 18 at 2149 First St. in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS BEACH FEMA deadline looms for Lee County: flood insurance discounts at risk FEMA will soon announce whether homeowners in five different areas of Lee County will keep that 25% discount on their flood insurance policies long term.
NORTH FORT MYERS Man wanted for grand theft at North Fort Myers Dollar Tree SWFL Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a man wanted for committing grand theft at a Dollar Tree in North Fort Myers last week.
WINK NEWS 1 dead from e-coli outbreak due to carrots sold in popular grocery stores The Center for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating an outbreak of e-coli linked to tainted carrots.
FORT MYERS Lee County Library System announces annual Fandom Fest The Lee County Library System is inviting people of all ages to bring cosplay and pop culture fun to its annual Fandom Fest.
FORT MYERS Lee County opens Royal Palms Avenue parking lot for downtown Fort Myers workers Lee County has announced the opening of the Royal Palms Avenue parking lot, which will be used by downtown workers and become paid public parking on nights and weekends.
NAPLES Naples sculptor makes memorable busts for 9 locations You may notice some new, massive statues that have been placed in popular areas around Naples, like Waterside Shops and Maserati Naples.
the weather authority Seasonal Monday with highs in the mid 80s The Weather Authority is tracking seasonal temperatures with an approaching cold front that is expected to bring rain and cooler conditions during the middle of the week.
Volunteers gather for 20th annual Turkey Drop event in Collier County The 20th annual Capital Wealth Advisors Turkey Drop event is set to begin as organizers seek to mark this milestone anniversary with the goal of over 7,000 turkeys donated.
FORT MYERS BEACH FMB residents raise concerns over removal of business trailers Residents and business owners on Fort Myers Beach are raising concerns after FEMA called for the removal of temporary structures off the island.
Driver arrested after failing to stop in Lehigh Acres According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a driver was arrested after he failed to stop for troopers on State Road 82 and Blackstone Drive in Lehigh Acres on Saturday Night.
Southwest Florida International Airport How is Spirit’s bankruptcy announcement affecting RSW travelers? Spirit Airlines is heading to bankruptcy court right as we head into the busy holiday travel season, so how would this impact Southwest Florida travelers?
Victim in Collier house party shooting identified, killer still at large WINK News is learning the victim of a fatal house party shooting was a Collier County public school student.
Ultrasound technology shows promise for pain and depression treatment Chronic pain and treatment-resistant depression — both impact millions of people, both can be debilitating and both can leave people feeling hopeless.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Fire Department launches annual toy drive The Cape Coral Fire Department is collecting toys and gifts for children in need this holiday season.
Bruno’s of Brooklyn opens new downtown Fort Myers location The new Bruno’s of Brooklyn Italian Eatery opens the evening of Nov. 18 at 2149 First St. in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS BEACH FEMA deadline looms for Lee County: flood insurance discounts at risk FEMA will soon announce whether homeowners in five different areas of Lee County will keep that 25% discount on their flood insurance policies long term.
NORTH FORT MYERS Man wanted for grand theft at North Fort Myers Dollar Tree SWFL Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a man wanted for committing grand theft at a Dollar Tree in North Fort Myers last week.
WINK NEWS 1 dead from e-coli outbreak due to carrots sold in popular grocery stores The Center for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating an outbreak of e-coli linked to tainted carrots.
FORT MYERS Lee County Library System announces annual Fandom Fest The Lee County Library System is inviting people of all ages to bring cosplay and pop culture fun to its annual Fandom Fest.
FORT MYERS Lee County opens Royal Palms Avenue parking lot for downtown Fort Myers workers Lee County has announced the opening of the Royal Palms Avenue parking lot, which will be used by downtown workers and become paid public parking on nights and weekends.
NAPLES Naples sculptor makes memorable busts for 9 locations You may notice some new, massive statues that have been placed in popular areas around Naples, like Waterside Shops and Maserati Naples.
the weather authority Seasonal Monday with highs in the mid 80s The Weather Authority is tracking seasonal temperatures with an approaching cold front that is expected to bring rain and cooler conditions during the middle of the week.
Volunteers gather for 20th annual Turkey Drop event in Collier County The 20th annual Capital Wealth Advisors Turkey Drop event is set to begin as organizers seek to mark this milestone anniversary with the goal of over 7,000 turkeys donated.
FORT MYERS BEACH FMB residents raise concerns over removal of business trailers Residents and business owners on Fort Myers Beach are raising concerns after FEMA called for the removal of temporary structures off the island.
Driver arrested after failing to stop in Lehigh Acres According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a driver was arrested after he failed to stop for troopers on State Road 82 and Blackstone Drive in Lehigh Acres on Saturday Night.
Fort Myers Film Festival. Credit: WINK News. Lights! Camera! Action! The red carpet rolls out, and the stars arrive at the 13th annual Fort Myers film festival. The festival will be featured all weekend, showcasing multiple short films from all over the world. “There will be films you won’t be able to get tickets for, and there will be others where you can just come and get tickets right at the door,” explains Eric Raddatz, founder, and director of the Fort Myers film festival. “There will be fine foods and fine champagne and fine people, including fine filmmakers like John Biffar, who I love.” Headlines NAPLES Celebrate the Naples International Film Festival at Artis-Naples all weekend All the glitz and glamour of Hollywood is in Southwest Florida starting Thursday night because of the Naples International Film Festival at Artis-Naples. The red carpet for the 14th annual film festival saw directors, producers, and all sorts of different filmmakers from all over the world. The presenting sponsors from the film festival this year […] FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach International Film Festival has begun The 2022 Fort Myers Beach International Film Festival began on Tuesday night. The film festival runs until May 1. The Fort Myers Beach Film Festival hopes to celebrate local, national and international films. 2022 marks the festival’s 15th year of bringing films to Fort Myers Beach. This year’s showcase is at the Beach Theater at […] CAPE CORAL Free movie night at Jaycee Park in Cape Coral Spend Saturday night under the stars with a free movie at Jaycee Park in Cape Coral. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker will start around 8 p.m. and will be played on a giant inflatable screen, so get there early if you want a good spot in front of the big screen. Food and refreshments […] Fort Myers Beach The week ahead on Fort Myers Beach How do you think Fort Myers Beach should spend its share of $1.1 billion. Fort Myers welcomes guests to take their seats and enjoy the show. “The glue of the whole show is a guy by the name of Steve Canton, who happens to run the Florida boxing hall of fame, which happens to be right here in Fort Myers.” says John Biffar, producer of the documentary “Worth the Fight.” Nicholas Makart, the filmmaker, is sharing his film Warrior at the film festival. “I started making films about this topic in 2020. Because of 2019, I watched my uncle nearly died to the disease.” Makart hopes to save people’s lives with his film. “When we hear that the raising awareness makes a difference. It’s like nothing else.” Making a difference can come in many forms, including appearances. Cosplayers were invited to the film festival. “We heard that there was going to be a movie feature at the film festival based on cosplay and involving a cosplayer and a cosplay group. So, they reached out to local cosplayers and said, Hey, we want to throw like a block party and really get involved,” says Nicole Wilcox, cosplayer. There’s something for everyone this 13th annual film festival.
NAPLES Celebrate the Naples International Film Festival at Artis-Naples all weekend All the glitz and glamour of Hollywood is in Southwest Florida starting Thursday night because of the Naples International Film Festival at Artis-Naples. The red carpet for the 14th annual film festival saw directors, producers, and all sorts of different filmmakers from all over the world. The presenting sponsors from the film festival this year […]
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach International Film Festival has begun The 2022 Fort Myers Beach International Film Festival began on Tuesday night. The film festival runs until May 1. The Fort Myers Beach Film Festival hopes to celebrate local, national and international films. 2022 marks the festival’s 15th year of bringing films to Fort Myers Beach. This year’s showcase is at the Beach Theater at […]
CAPE CORAL Free movie night at Jaycee Park in Cape Coral Spend Saturday night under the stars with a free movie at Jaycee Park in Cape Coral. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker will start around 8 p.m. and will be played on a giant inflatable screen, so get there early if you want a good spot in front of the big screen. Food and refreshments […]
Fort Myers Beach The week ahead on Fort Myers Beach How do you think Fort Myers Beach should spend its share of $1.1 billion.