12-year-old collecting donations for the needy during the holidaysFort Myers man facing homelessness before the holidays
NAPLES 12-year-old collecting donations for the needy during the holidays A 12-year-old Naples boy isn’t worried about what he’s getting for Christmas. Instead, he’s working on his 6th annual “Holiday Sock Drive.”
Fort Myers man facing homelessness before the holidays A 75-year-old man is on the brink of homelessness despite working over 80 hours a week.
NAPLES Adoptee uses non-profit to provide suitcases for foster children This holiday season, a Naples woman is on a mission to bring foster children something many take for granted: a suitcase filled with dignity.
MARCO ISLAND City of Marco Island discusses lead awareness during city council meeting The city of Marco Island sent out 4900 letters to residents warning them that their pipes could contain plastic or lead.
NAPLES The future of electric planes in Southwest Florida Features of living near an airport include persistent headache-inducing engine rumbles and foul-smelling jet fuel, but electric planes could play a part in the solution.
PORT CHARLOTTE Neighbors awaiting answers on Port Charlotte Beach Park repairs Neighbors said a contractor hired by the Florida Division of Emergency Management mishandled the boats at Port Charlotte Beach Park.
FGCU introduces new technology for cognitive health screenings Ten minutes. That’s all it takes for doctors to assess how well you remember, how quickly you learn things, and how your brain is working overall.
WINK Investigates: Disgraced contractor faces new lawsuits and allegations Paul Beattie, a disgraced home builder is back doing business but legal challenges continue as another one of his businesses gets sued. Former employees of Beattie speak out, only to WINK.
SWFL reacts to UNC hiring Bill Belichick Southwest Florida reacts to North Carolina hiring Bill Belichick as its new head football coach and how that could impact the decisions of local recruits.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Some Floridians want more alone time during the holidays The holidays are all about spending time with family and friends, but nearly half of Americans say they really want more alone time during the holiday.
LABELLE Hendry County rolls out cameras for school speed zones The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office has rolled out a new way of enforcing school zone speed limits by using cameras that will target drivers traveling over a certain speed in a school zone.
Aggressive driving concerns on the rise in Southwest Florida The arrest of a man who, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office said, killed a motorcyclist after crashing into him on purpose is raising concerns over aggressive driving in Southwest Florida.
SANIBEL Sanibel School students prepare for community Christmas performance The school that has had to claw and fight its way back more than once to reopen is getting the chance to celebrate.
FORT MYERS Rock For Equality: SWFL music scene to hold benefit concert for Palestine A two-venue, eight-band benefit concert is coming to Southwest Florida.
NAPLES Naples man sentenced in deadly bar shooting A man has been sentenced for a deadly shooting that took place at a Naples bar in March 2021.
NAPLES 12-year-old collecting donations for the needy during the holidays A 12-year-old Naples boy isn’t worried about what he’s getting for Christmas. Instead, he’s working on his 6th annual “Holiday Sock Drive.”
Fort Myers man facing homelessness before the holidays A 75-year-old man is on the brink of homelessness despite working over 80 hours a week.
NAPLES Adoptee uses non-profit to provide suitcases for foster children This holiday season, a Naples woman is on a mission to bring foster children something many take for granted: a suitcase filled with dignity.
MARCO ISLAND City of Marco Island discusses lead awareness during city council meeting The city of Marco Island sent out 4900 letters to residents warning them that their pipes could contain plastic or lead.
NAPLES The future of electric planes in Southwest Florida Features of living near an airport include persistent headache-inducing engine rumbles and foul-smelling jet fuel, but electric planes could play a part in the solution.
PORT CHARLOTTE Neighbors awaiting answers on Port Charlotte Beach Park repairs Neighbors said a contractor hired by the Florida Division of Emergency Management mishandled the boats at Port Charlotte Beach Park.
FGCU introduces new technology for cognitive health screenings Ten minutes. That’s all it takes for doctors to assess how well you remember, how quickly you learn things, and how your brain is working overall.
WINK Investigates: Disgraced contractor faces new lawsuits and allegations Paul Beattie, a disgraced home builder is back doing business but legal challenges continue as another one of his businesses gets sued. Former employees of Beattie speak out, only to WINK.
SWFL reacts to UNC hiring Bill Belichick Southwest Florida reacts to North Carolina hiring Bill Belichick as its new head football coach and how that could impact the decisions of local recruits.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Some Floridians want more alone time during the holidays The holidays are all about spending time with family and friends, but nearly half of Americans say they really want more alone time during the holiday.
LABELLE Hendry County rolls out cameras for school speed zones The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office has rolled out a new way of enforcing school zone speed limits by using cameras that will target drivers traveling over a certain speed in a school zone.
Aggressive driving concerns on the rise in Southwest Florida The arrest of a man who, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office said, killed a motorcyclist after crashing into him on purpose is raising concerns over aggressive driving in Southwest Florida.
SANIBEL Sanibel School students prepare for community Christmas performance The school that has had to claw and fight its way back more than once to reopen is getting the chance to celebrate.
FORT MYERS Rock For Equality: SWFL music scene to hold benefit concert for Palestine A two-venue, eight-band benefit concert is coming to Southwest Florida.
NAPLES Naples man sentenced in deadly bar shooting A man has been sentenced for a deadly shooting that took place at a Naples bar in March 2021.
Bell Tower Shops. CREDIT: WINK News Bell Tower decided to call off some upcoming events because of the record-breaking heat in Southwest Florida. While we are in the thick of the dog days of Summer, our unfortunate four-legged friends can’t go to Yappy Hour at Bell Tower because it’s canceled. Also, an outdoor event scheduled for Saturday is canceled due to the unrelenting heat. While adults casually enjoy happy hour from time to time, Yappy Hour might be better. “There is usually 20-25… 30? There’s a lot of dogs, all different sizes, little ones, big ones. Happy ones, some lazy ones,” said Al Dasilva, a Yappy Hour regular. Two adorable regular guests of Yappy Hour. CREDIT: WINK News Benny and Henry attend the meet-up at Bell Tower on the second Friday of every month. “We just love coming here,” said Dasilva. Little did Benny and Henry know, they were in for some rough news for the next event. “I know. It’s okay. It’s okay,” said Dasilva. The extreme heat roasted the event away. “Usually, we’re battling the rain this time of year, you always take that risk when you have events. But this extreme heat has definitely, you know, created a new hurdle for us if you will, and definitely want to keep everybody safe,” said Shannon Palzer, a Bell Tower marketing manager. Palzer said this isn’t the only event impacted. Another event called Christmas in July, will look substantially different with all the outdoor activities canceled. “We were going to have a lot of games and activities outdoors. But again, to keep everybody safe, we canceled all the outdoor activities, but you can still come and shop. Santa will be strolling around and this summer attire and we’ll have the Grinch over at Fleet feet inside. So he’ll stay cool,” said Palzer. “And throughout, they’ll have drinks and light bites that you can enjoy still safely.” Palzer noted that this is a decision Bell Tower has never had to make before. However, the record-breaking heat has forced Bell Tower into this position. “It’s really hot out here,” said Dasilva. “I’ve been down here seven years now and I think this is for sure the hottest I’ve ever felt it,” said Palzer. Palzer remains hopeful that by next month things will be back to normal, and it’s safe to say Henry and Benny do too. “I think it’s really too hot for it to have dogs out here today. Hopefully, it gets cooler next month, and we’re back out here with the other dogs barking along,” said Dasilva. Bell Tower will have Christmas in July sales for the rest of the month with the actual event begining at noon. As for the next Yappy Hour, as long as the weather cooperates, it’ll be back on the second Sunday in August. All proceeds from Yappy Hour will go to the Gulf Coast Humane Society.